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Belle Chasse

Pop. 10,934·1st most expensive in Louisiana·Belle Chasse rents are up 14.3% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$2,125/mo
Year-over-Year
+14.3%
Month-over-Month
+19.7%
vs US Median
+$160
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Belle Chasse · $2,125
More expensive than 65% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
22% of income
VERY AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,125/mo, rent takes about 22% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$85,000/yr
Local median income
$115,012/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Belle Chasse's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,450
1 BR
$1,670
2 BR
$2,000
3 BR
$2,560
4 BR+
$3,000
Research median
$2,000/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$25,500/yr
At $2,125/mo median
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Strong Landlord's Market
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Rents are up 14.3% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+14.3% YoY, +19.7% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Belle Chasse, LA is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 29.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
10,934
Median income
$115,012
Median age
40.3
Renters
20.2%
Age distribution
23%
19.3%
27.7%
15.5%
14.6%
Under 1823%
18–3419.3%
35–5427.7%
55–6415.5%
65+14.6%
Gender
47.3%
52.7%
Male47.3%
Female52.7%
Race & ethnicity
74.1%
White74.1%
Black11.9%
Hispanic8%
Asian1.7%
Other4.3%
Education (25+)
29.8%
33.9%
29.8%
No HS diploma6.5%
HS diploma29.8%
Some college33.9%
Bachelor's+29.8%
Housing tenure
79.8%
20.2%
Owner79.8%
Renter20.2%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How Belle Chasse, LA has changed in 5 years

Income
$80,799 → $115,012
up 42.3%
Population
10,406 → 10,934
up 5.1%
Renter share
23.8% → 20.2%
-3.6 pts
Bachelor's+
23% → 29.8%
+6.8 pts

Household income in the area moved from $80,799 to $115,012 across the same window, up 42.3% versus 2021. Headcount in the area went from 10,406 to 10,934 between 2021 and 2024, a 5.1% change. About 20.2% of households rent today, against 23.8% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 23% to 29.8%.

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Belle Chasse rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Belle Chasse, LA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Belle Chasse is $2,125/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,450/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,000/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,670/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,560/mo.

At 22% of local median household income ($115,012/yr), Belle Chasse ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 14.3% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Belle Chasse an affordable city for renters?

Belle Chasse is considered very affordable for renters. At $2,125/mo, rent takes approximately 22% of the local median household income ($115,012/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Belle Chasse falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Belle Chasse?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $85,000/year (~$41/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,125/mo in Belle Chasse. The local median household income is $115,012/yr, meaning the typical Belle Chasse household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Belle Chasse?

Rent in Belle Chasse has increased 14.3% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Belle Chasse rent compare to other cities in Louisiana?

Belle Chasse is one of the pricier cities in Louisiana for rent, ranking #1 out of 46 tracked cities at $2,125/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Belle Chasse?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Belle Chasse ($2,125/mo): Harvey ($1,212/mo), Chalmette ($1,461/mo), Gretna ($1,594/mo).

What percentage of Belle Chasse residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 20.2% of Belle Chasse households are renters, while 79.8% are owner-occupied. Belle Chasse leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Belle Chasse rent compare to the national average?

Belle Chasse's median rent of $2,125/mo is $160 (8%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Louisiana, it ranks #1 out of 46 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
22%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $2,125/mo, rent takes ~22% of Belle Chasse's median household income ($115,012/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Belle Chasse 22%Benchmark 30%
State income tax1.85–4.25%
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