Louisiana,
by the numbers.
A high-level rental-market baseline from official Census and FHFA data. Use it to compare areas before underwriting a specific property.
ACS values are estimates for 2020–2024. FHFA values are seasonally adjusted state index changes for the latest published quarter at retrieval, not a current home price. The insurance figure is the statewide average HO-3 owner-occupied premium from the NAIC 2023 report. These are not listings, asking rents, property-specific tax or insurance quotes, or investment recommendations. Sources and limitations.
Explore places in Louisiana.
Largest Census places by population. Search the full catalog for more locations.
| Place | Population | Median rent | Median home value | Vacancy | Open |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans | 371.9K | $1,251 | $315,700 | 20.3% | |
| Baton Rouge | 222.8K | $1,067 | $234,700 | 17.3% | |
| Shreveport | 181K | $987 | $178,900 | 15.6% | |
| Metairie | 139.7K | $1,175 | $327,500 | 7.7% | |
| Lafayette | 121.7K | $1,100 | $257,000 | 10.8% | |
| Lake Charles | 81.1K | $1,109 | $214,300 | 21.3% | |
| Kenner | 64.9K | $1,179 | $246,300 | 8.4% | |
| Bossier City | 62.9K | $1,107 | $202,100 | 9.3% | |
| Monroe | 47K | $886 | $198,900 | 15.0% | |
| Alexandria | 44.1K | $931 | $183,700 | 18.3% | |
| Prairieville | 35.2K | $1,324 | $317,400 | 4.5% | |
| Marrero | 32.5K | $1,042 | $169,800 | 9.0% |
Model a property in Louisiana.
Start with the statewide ACS medians, then replace every assumption with the property’s actual rent, taxes, insurance and financing.
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