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Eden Isle

Pop. 7,683·15th most expensive in Louisiana·Eden Isle rents are up 30.9% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$1,607/mo
Year-over-Year
+30.9%
Month-over-Month
+14.1%
vs US Median
-$355
Rising (Monthly)
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Eden Isle · $1,607
More affordable than 68% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Affordability
25% of income
AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,607/mo, rent takes about 25% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$64,000/yr
Local median income
$78,426/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Eden Isle's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

1 BR
$941
2 BR
$1,325
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$1,325/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $1,607 market median above, and that is expected: FMR is the 40th percentile of standard-quality units and counts gross rent, so it includes essential utilities such as electricity, water, gas, sewer, and trash. The market median is asking rent, which usually excludes utilities. HUD sets FMR once a year; market rent here updates monthly.

Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents. Read the methodology →

Rent trends

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$19,284/yr
At $1,607/mo median
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Strong Landlord's Market
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Rents are up 30.9% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+30.9% YoY, +14.1% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Eden Isle, LA is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, 33.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
7,683
Median income
$78,426
Median age
53.2
Renters
19.2%
Age distribution
14.8%
14.1%
25.1%
20.1%
25.9%
Under 1814.8%
18–3414.1%
35–5425.1%
55–6420.1%
65+25.9%
Gender
47.8%
52.2%
Male47.8%
Female52.2%
Race & ethnicity
76.5%
13%
White76.5%
Black13%
Hispanic5.7%
Asian2.9%
Other1.8%
Education (25+)
24.8%
39.3%
33.2%
No HS diploma2.7%
HS diploma24.8%
Some college39.3%
Bachelor's+33.2%
Housing tenure
80.8%
19.2%
Owner80.8%
Renter19.2%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Eden Isle, LA has changed in 5 years

Income
$73,542 → $78,426
up 6.6%
Population
8,233 → 7,683
down 6.7%
Renter share
25.6% → 19.2%
-6.4 pts
Bachelor's+
27.6% → 33.2%
+5.6 pts
Median age
50.3 → 53.2
+2.9 yrs

Household income in the area moved from $73,542 to $78,426 across the same window, up 6.6% versus 2021. Census counts show Eden Isle, LA losing about 550 residents over the five-year window, down 6.7% on net. The renter share has eased from 25.6% to 19.2%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 27.6% to 33.2% across the same window.

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By apartment size

Eden Isle rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Eden Isle. Click any size for full breakdown.

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Eden Isle is $1,607/mo as of August 2026. a 2-bedroom runs $1,325/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $941/mo.

At 25% of local median household income ($78,426/yr), Eden Isle ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 30.9% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Eden Isle an affordable city for renters?

Eden Isle is considered affordable for renters. At $1,607/mo, rent takes approximately 25% of the local median household income ($78,426/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Eden Isle falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Eden Isle?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $64,000/year (~$31/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,607/mo in Eden Isle. The local median household income is $78,426/yr, meaning the typical Eden Isle household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Eden Isle?

Rent in Eden Isle has increased 30.9% over the past year as of August 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Eden Isle rent compare to other cities in Louisiana?

Eden Isle is one of the pricier cities in Louisiana for rent, ranking #15 out of 46 tracked cities at $1,607/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Eden Isle?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Eden Isle ($1,607/mo): Chalmette ($1,374/mo), Slidell ($1,451/mo), Bay Saint Louis ($1,506/mo).

What percentage of Eden Isle residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 19.2% of Eden Isle households are renters, while 80.8% are owner-occupied. Eden Isle leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Eden Isle rent compare to the national average?

Eden Isle's median rent of $1,607/mo is $355 (18%) below the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Louisiana, it ranks #15 out of 46 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
25%
AFFORDABLE

At $1,607/mo, rent takes ~25% of Eden Isle's median household income ($78,426/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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State income tax1.85–4.25%
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