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What Is the Average Rent in Orleans Parish, Louisiana?
County · Census ACS 5-Year estimates
The median gross rent in Orleans Parish, Louisiana is $1,251/month (±$22), based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). The median home value is $315,700 (±$7,417), and the median household income is $56,631/year. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey, 2024 5-Year Estimates.
Average Rent in Orleans Parish, Louisiana and Neighbouring Counties
Housing Metrics for Orleans Parish, Louisiana
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Gross Rent | $1,251 |
| Median Home Value | $315,700 |
| Median Household Income | $56,631 |
| Total Housing Units | 155,821 |
| Renter-Occupied Units | 76,077 |
| Renter-Occupied Share | 49% |
| Households Paying 50%+ Income | 24,426 households |
Median Rent by Bedroom Count
| Bedroom | Median Rent | YoY |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $966 | +0.0% |
| 1 BR | $1,078 | +0.0% |
| 2 BR | $1,322 | +0.0% |
| 3 BR | $1,484 | +0.0% |
| 4 BR | $1,727 | +0.0% |
| 5+ BR | $1,620 | +0.0% |
How does Orleans Parish, Louisiana compare?
Median gross rent ranked against all counties in Louisiana.
Higher rent than 92% of counties in Louisiana · 6th of 64
| # | County | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cameron Parish | $1,688 |
| 2 | Plaquemines Parish | $1,573 |
| 3 | St. John the Baptist Parish | $1,334 |
| … 2 more … | ||
| 6 | Orleans Parish(you are here) | $1,251 |
| … 55 more … | ||
| 62 | Madison Parish | $649 |
| 63 | Bienville Parish | $606 |
| 64 | Tensas Parish | $601 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Orleans Parish, Louisiana?
The median gross rent in Orleans Parish, Louisiana is $1,251/month, based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). Gross rent includes contract rent plus utilities. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, 2024.
What is the average rent for a 2-bedroom in Orleans Parish, Louisiana?
The median rent for a 2-bedroom in Orleans Parish, Louisiana is $1,322/month based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). Margin of error: ±$30. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, 2024.
What is the median home value in Orleans Parish, Louisiana?
The median home value in Orleans Parish, Louisiana is $315,700 according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).
What percentage of renters in Orleans Parish are rent-burdened?
In Orleans Parish, Louisiana, 24,426 households pay 50% or more of their income for rent. A household is considered rent-burdened when it spends more than 30% of income on housing costs.
What is the median household income in Orleans Parish, Louisiana?
The median household income in Orleans Parish, Louisiana is $56,631/year according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).
How reliable is Census ACS data for small areas?
The ACS 5-Year estimates combine 60 months of data for more reliable figures in smaller geographies. Each estimate has a margin of error (MOE). For example, the median rent of $1,251 has a margin of error of ±$22. In very small areas, MOEs can be large relative to the estimate.
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