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Gonzales

Pop. 13,108·12th most expensive in Louisiana·Gonzales rents have dropped 10.1%, currently a renter's market
Median rent (all units)
$1,627/mo
Year-over-Year
-10.1%
Month-over-Month
+6.5%
vs US Median
-$338
Rising (Monthly)
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Gonzales · $1,627
More affordable than 67% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
26% of income
AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,627/mo, rent takes about 26% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$65,000/yr
Local median income
$75,451/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Gonzales's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,300
1 BR
$1,320
2 BR
$1,490
3 BR
$1,860
4 BR+
$2,470
Research median
$1,490/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
$19,524/yr
At $1,627/mo median
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Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are climbing (10.1% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.
Based on rent-price momentum (-10.1% YoY, +6.5% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Gonzales, LA is majority owner-occupied, 28.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
13,108
Median income
$75,451
Median age
38.9
Renters
36.4%
Age distribution
20.8%
23.3%
24.6%
14.1%
17.1%
Under 1820.8%
18–3423.3%
35–5424.6%
55–6414.1%
65+17.1%
Gender
46.2%
53.8%
Male46.2%
Female53.8%
Race & ethnicity
42.6%
47.2%
White42.6%
Black47.2%
Hispanic11.9%
Education (25+)
32.1%
29.2%
28.1%
No HS diploma10.7%
HS diploma32.1%
Some college29.2%
Bachelor's+28.1%
Housing tenure
63.6%
36.4%
Owner63.6%
Renter36.4%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Gonzales, LA has changed in 5 years

Income
$59,108 → $75,451
up 27.6%
Population
12,080 → 13,108
up 8.5%
Renter share
34% → 36.4%
+2.4 pts
Bachelor's+
25.1% → 28.1%
+3.0 pts
Median age
39.4 → 38.9
-0.5 yrs

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $59,108 in 2021 to $75,451 more recently. The population has grown by 8.5% since 2021, moving from about 12,080 residents to roughly 13,108. Renters now make up 36.4% of households, compared with 34% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 28.1% of adults here, versus 25.1% in 2021.

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By apartment size

Gonzales rent by bedroom count

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

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About renting in Gonzales, LA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Gonzales is $1,627/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,300/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,490/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,320/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,860/mo.

At 26% of local median household income ($75,451/yr), Gonzales ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 10.1% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Gonzales an affordable city for renters?

Gonzales is considered affordable for renters. At $1,627/mo, rent takes approximately 26% of the local median household income ($75,451/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Gonzales falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Gonzales?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $65,000/year (~$31/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,627/mo in Gonzales. The local median household income is $75,451/yr, meaning the typical Gonzales household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Gonzales?

Rent in Gonzales has decreased 10.1% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Gonzales rent compare to other cities in Louisiana?

Gonzales is one of the pricier cities in Louisiana for rent, ranking #12 out of 46 tracked cities at $1,627/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Gonzales?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Gonzales ($1,627/mo): Baker ($1,194/mo), Baton Rouge ($1,383/mo), Brusly ($1,409/mo).

What percentage of Gonzales residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 36.4% of Gonzales households are renters, while 63.6% are owner-occupied. Gonzales leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Gonzales rent compare to the national average?

Gonzales's median rent of $1,627/mo is $338 (17%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Louisiana, it ranks #12 out of 46 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
26%
AFFORDABLE

At $1,627/mo, rent takes ~26% of Gonzales's median household income ($75,451/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Gonzales 26%Benchmark 30%
State income tax1.85–4.25%
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