Average Rent in Louisiana by City and ZIP (2026)
Across 109 Louisiana ZIP codes with data, typical asking rent runs from $749 to $2,225, with a statewide median of $1,458. Data as of June 2026.
Louisiana cities with rent data
| City | Median rent | Range | ZIP codes |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans | $1,636 | $1,250 to $1,899 | 16 |
| Baton Rouge | $1,385 | $942 to $1,852 | 11 |
| Shreveport | $1,112 | $749 to $1,311 | 8 |
| Lafayette | $1,386 | $1,020 to $1,541 | 5 |
| Metairie | $1,664 | $1,362 to $1,780 | 5 |
| Lake Charles | $1,308 | $1,018 to $1,409 | 4 |
| Houma | $1,224 | $1,162 to $1,339 | 3 |
| Slidell | $1,496 | $1,440 to $1,539 | 3 |
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