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Jefferson

Pop. 9,703·4th most expensive in Louisiana·Jefferson rents are up 22.3% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$1,838/mo
Year-over-Year
+22.3%
Month-over-Month
-2.1%
vs US Median
-$127
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Jefferson · $1,838
More affordable than 51% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
39% of income
MODERATE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,838/mo, rent takes about 39% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$74,000/yr
Local median income
$57,235/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Jefferson's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$950
1 BR
$1,100
2 BR
$1,310
3 BR
$1,670
4 BR+
$1,970
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
$22,056/yr
At $1,838/mo median
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Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 22.3% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+22.3% YoY, -2.1% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Jefferson, LA is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income below the national average, 35.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
9,703
Median income
$57,235
Median age
45.4
Renters
42.7%
Age distribution
16.4%
20.5%
24.6%
16.4%
22.1%
Under 1816.4%
18–3420.5%
35–5424.6%
55–6416.4%
65+22.1%
Gender
48%
52%
Male48%
Female52%
Race & ethnicity
66%
19.9%
White66%
Black19.9%
Hispanic11.5%
Asian2.3%
Education (25+)
22.4%
31.1%
35.7%
No HS diploma10.8%
HS diploma22.4%
Some college31.1%
Bachelor's+35.7%
Housing tenure
57.3%
42.7%
Owner57.3%
Renter42.7%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Jefferson, LA has changed in 5 years

Income
$50,346 → $57,235
up 13.7%
Population
10,500 → 9,703
down 7.6%
Renter share
45.6% → 42.7%
-2.9 pts
Bachelor's+
32.3% → 35.7%
+3.4 pts
Median age
43 → 45.4
+2.4 yrs

Median household income grew from $50,346 to $57,235 between 2021 and 2024, a 13.7% shift. Headcount in the area went from 10,500 to 9,703 between 2021 and 2024, a 7.6% change. About 42.7% of households rent today, against 45.6% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 32.3% to 35.7%.

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About renting in Jefferson, LA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Jefferson is $1,838/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $950/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,310/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,100/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,670/mo.

At 39% of local median household income ($57,235/yr), Jefferson ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 22.3% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Jefferson an affordable city for renters?

Jefferson is considered moderate for renters. At $1,838/mo, rent takes approximately 39% of the local median household income ($57,235/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Jefferson slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Jefferson?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $74,000/year (~$36/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,838/mo in Jefferson. The local median household income is $57,235/yr, meaning the typical Jefferson household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Jefferson?

Rent in Jefferson has increased 22.3% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Jefferson rent compare to other cities in Louisiana?

Jefferson is one of the pricier cities in Louisiana for rent, ranking #4 out of 46 tracked cities at $1,838/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Jefferson?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Jefferson ($1,838/mo): Harahan ($1,415/mo), Westwego ($1,417/mo), River Ridge ($1,498/mo).

What percentage of Jefferson residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 42.7% of Jefferson households are renters, while 57.3% are owner-occupied. Jefferson leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Jefferson rent compare to the national average?

Jefferson's median rent of $1,838/mo is $127 (6%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Louisiana, it ranks #4 out of 46 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
39%
MODERATE

At $1,838/mo, rent takes ~39% of Jefferson's median household income ($57,235/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Jefferson 39%Benchmark 30%
State income tax1.85–4.25%
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