The cheapest cities to live in Louisiana ranked by median rent, home values, and more.
| # | City | Median Rent | Median Income | Home Value | Population |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Monroe, LA | $823 | $36,521 | $174,800 | 47,241 |
| 2 | New Iberia, LA | $878 | $50,802 | $150,300 | 27,926 |
| 3 | Alexandria, LA | $946 | $47,357 | $182,800 | 44,566 |
| 4 | Shreveport, LA | $980 | $48,465 | $178,100 | 183,483 |
| 5 | Marrero, LA | $997 | $45,633 | $173,200 | 31,866 |
| 6 | Houma, LA | $1,011 | $54,637 | $207,900 | 32,760 |
| 7 | Baton Rouge, LA | $1,044 | $49,944 | $224,500 | 223,699 |
| 8 | Lafayette, LA | $1,065 | $61,454 | $251,300 | 121,537 |
| 9 | Terrytown, LA | $1,065 | $56,944 | $212,000 | 25,844 |
| 10 | Lake Charles, LA | $1,090 | $56,864 | $204,000 | 81,679 |
| 11 | Bossier City, LA | $1,097 | $55,130 | $192,300 | 62,832 |
| 12 | Laplace, LA | $1,097 | $68,028 | $188,900 | 28,480 |
| 13 | Kenner, LA | $1,129 | $64,099 | $241,800 | 65,113 |
| 14 | Metairie, LA | $1,159 | $73,256 | $308,900 | 138,995 |
| 15 | New Orleans, LA | $1,211 | $55,339 | $296,400 | 376,035 |
| 16 | Prairieville, LA | $1,225 | $115,610 | $302,200 | 35,010 |
| 17 | Central, LA | $1,373 | $90,091 | $270,700 | 29,603 |
| 18 | Slidell, LA | $1,381 | $66,657 | $207,800 | 28,664 |
Key Takeaways
- Monroe, LA ranks #1 with a median rent of $823.
- The top 5 cities are: Monroe, LA; New Iberia, LA; Alexandria, LA; Shreveport, LA; Marrero, LA.
- Median household income in the #1 city is $36,521, with a population of 47,241.
Methodology
Rankings based on US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Only cities with population over 50,000 are included in national rankings. State rankings include all cities over 25,000. Data reflects the most recent available estimates.