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Deridder

Pop. 9,763·32nd most expensive in Louisiana·One of the most affordable rental markets in the US
Median rent (all units)
$1,345/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
+7.7%
vs US Median
-$620
Rising (Monthly)
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Deridder · $1,345
More affordable than 85% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
27% of income
AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,345/mo, rent takes about 27% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$54,000/yr
Local median income
$59,801/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Deridder's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$720
1 BR
$740
2 BR
$940
3 BR
$1,210
4 BR+
$1,520
Research median
$940/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
$16,140/yr
At $1,345/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 0.0% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, +7.7% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Deridder, LA is majority owner-occupied, has a median income below the national average, 20.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
9,763
Median income
$59,801
Median age
37.6
Renters
33.5%
Age distribution
23.3%
23.7%
22.7%
12.8%
17.5%
Under 1823.3%
18–3423.7%
35–5422.7%
55–6412.8%
65+17.5%
Gender
51.3%
48.7%
Male51.3%
Female48.7%
Race & ethnicity
53.8%
28.4%
White53.8%
Black28.4%
Hispanic6.3%
Asian1.9%
Other9.6%
Education (25+)
35.7%
32.9%
20.8%
No HS diploma10.7%
HS diploma35.7%
Some college32.9%
Bachelor's+20.8%
Housing tenure
66.5%
33.5%
Owner66.5%
Renter33.5%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Deridder, LA has changed in 5 years

Income
$50,889 → $59,801
up 17.5%
Population
10,060 → 9,763
down 3.0%
Renter share
37.1% → 33.5%
-3.6 pts
Bachelor's+
21.1% → 20.8%
-0.3 pts
Median age
36.8 → 37.6
+0.8 yrs

On the earnings side, the typical household in Deridder, LA now reports about $59,801, up from $50,889 in 2021. Headcount in the area went from 10,060 to 9,763 between 2021 and 2024, a 3.0% change. About 33.5% of households rent today, against 37.1% in 2021.

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About renting in Deridder, LA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Deridder is $1,345/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $720/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $940/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $740/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,210/mo.

At 27% of local median household income ($59,801/yr), Deridder ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Deridder an affordable city for renters?

Deridder is considered affordable for renters. At $1,345/mo, rent takes approximately 27% of the local median household income ($59,801/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Deridder falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Deridder?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $54,000/year (~$26/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,345/mo in Deridder. The local median household income is $59,801/yr, meaning the typical Deridder household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Deridder?

Rent in Deridder has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of July 2026.

How does Deridder rent compare to other cities in Louisiana?

Deridder is one of the more affordable cities in Louisiana for rent, ranking #32 out of 46 tracked cities at $1,345/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Deridder?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Deridder ($1,345/mo): Leesville ($1,053/mo), Orange ($1,137/mo), Sulphur ($1,216/mo).

What percentage of Deridder residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 33.5% of Deridder households are renters, while 66.5% are owner-occupied. Deridder leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Deridder rent compare to the national average?

Deridder's median rent of $1,345/mo is $620 (32%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Louisiana, it ranks #32 out of 46 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
27%
AFFORDABLE

At $1,345/mo, rent takes ~27% of Deridder's median household income ($59,801/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Deridder 27%Benchmark 30%
State income tax1.85–4.25%
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