How much does it cost to rent in Denham Springs, LA?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Denham Springs, LA is $1,514. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Denham Springs cheaper than other Louisiana cities?

Denham Springs falls in the middle range for Louisiana, ranking #19 out of 46 cities at $1,514/mo.

When was Denham Springs rent data last updated?

Denham Springs rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

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Denham Springs

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Pop. 9,323·19th most expensive in Louisiana·Denham Springs rents are up 9.3% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$1,514/mo

Year-over-Year

+9.3%

Month-over-Month

-1.0%

vs US Median

-$451

Falling (Monthly)

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Denham Springs · $1,514

More affordable than 75% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

39/100

Overpriced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 6% above what Denham Springs's 10-year trend predicts — running hotter than its own history.

Actual rent

$1,514/mo

Expected by trend

$1,432/mo

The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Denham Springs's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,140

1 BR

$1,160

2 BR

$1,310

3 BR

$1,640

4 BR+

$2,170

Research median

$1,310/mo

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

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost

$18,168/yr

At $1,514/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 9.3% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+9.3% YoY, -1.0% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Denham Springs, LA is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, 23.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

9,323

Median income

$71,569

Median age

39.7

Renters

25.9%

Age distribution

20.4%

20.6%

24.6%

24.5%

Under 1820.4%

18–3420.6%

35–5424.6%

55–649.9%

65+24.5%

Gender

51.8%

48.2%

Male51.8%

Female48.2%

Race & ethnicity

73.5%

12.4%

White73.5%

Black10.8%

Hispanic12.4%

Other3.4%

Education (25+)

36.7%

33.3%

23.3%

No HS diploma6.7%

HS diploma36.7%

Some college33.3%

Bachelor's+23.3%

Housing tenure

74.1%

25.9%

Owner74.1%

Renter25.9%

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

2023 vs 2026

How Denham Springs, LA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,317 → $1,514

up 15.0%

Income

$79,646 → $71,569

down 10.1%

Population

9,389 → 9,323

down 0.7%

Renter share

29.9% → 25.9%

-4.0 pts

Bachelor's+

26.5% → 23.3%

-3.2 pts

Median age

36.4 → 39.7

+3.3 yrs

Five years ago, renters in Denham Springs, LA paid around $1,317 a month. That figure now sits near $1,514, up 15.0% from the 2023 baseline. Census figures show median household income at $71,569 today, compared with $79,646 five years earlier. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. The renter share has eased from 29.9% to 25.9%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 26.5% to 23.3% across the same window. The combined trend lines point to a market that has changed measurably from where it stood in early 2023.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Denham Springs on your salary?

At $1,514/mo, how Denham Springs rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $82,198/yr · Rent = 22.1% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $58,360/yr · Rent = 31.1% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $67,225/yr · Rent = 27% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $120,156/yr · Rent = 15.1% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $153,529/yr · Rent = 11.8% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $54,645/yr · Rent = 33.2% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $49,338/yr · Rent = 36.8% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $60,813/yr · Rent = 29.9% income

affordable

By apartment size

Denham Springs rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Denham Springs. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

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About renting in Denham Springs, LA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Denham Springs is $1,514/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,140/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,310/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,160/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,640/mo.

At 25% of local median household income ($71,569/yr), Denham Springs ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 9.3% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Denham Springs an affordable city for renters?

Denham Springs is considered affordable for renters. At $1,514/mo, rent takes approximately 25% of the local median household income ($71,569/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Denham Springs falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Denham Springs?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $61,000/year (~$29/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,514/mo in Denham Springs. The local median household income is $71,569/yr, meaning the typical Denham Springs household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Denham Springs?

Rent in Denham Springs has increased 9.3% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Denham Springs neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Denham Springs are 70726 ($1,492/mo), and 70706 ($1,600/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Denham Springs is $1,514/mo.

How does Denham Springs rent compare to other cities in Louisiana?

Denham Springs is middle-of-the-pack for Louisiana for rent, ranking #19 out of 46 tracked cities at $1,514/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Denham Springs?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Denham Springs ($1,514/mo): Baker ($1,194/mo), Baton Rouge ($1,383/mo).

What percentage of Denham Springs residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 25.9% of Denham Springs households are renters, while 74.1% are owner-occupied. Denham Springs leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Denham Springs rent compare to the national average?

Denham Springs's median rent of $1,514/mo is $451 (23%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Louisiana, it ranks #19 out of 46 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

25%

AFFORDABLE

At $1,514/mo, rent takes ~25% of Denham Springs's median household income ($71,569/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Denham Springs 25%Benchmark 30%

State income tax1.85–4.25%

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