How much does it cost to rent in La Place, LA?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in La Place, LA is $1,720. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is La Place cheaper than other Louisiana cities?

La Place is one of the pricier cities in Louisiana, ranking #6 out of 46 cities tracked at $1,720/mo.

When was La Place rent data last updated?

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

Is La Place a renter's market or a landlord's market?

Based on RentDataNow's Rent Market Meter, La Place is currently a renter's market. Rents are softening (down 5.5% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage. The meter is derived from rent-price momentum (year-over-year and month-over-month change), not inventory levels.

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La Place

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Pop. 28,343·6th most expensive in Louisiana·La Place rents have dropped 5.5%, currently a renter's market

Median rent (all units)

$1,720/mo

Year-over-Year

-5.5%

Month-over-Month

+1.4%

vs US Median

-$245

Rising (Monthly)

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La Place · $1,720

More affordable than 60% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

29% of income

AFFORDABLE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,720/mo, rent takes about 29% of the US median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$69,000/yr

US median income

$72,000/yr

Based on the 30%-of-income rule using La Place's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,050

1 BR

$1,210

2 BR

$1,450

3 BR

$1,850

4 BR+

$2,180

Research median

$1,450/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

$20,640/yr

At $1,720/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are softening (down 5.5% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.

Based on rent-price momentum (-5.5% YoY, +1.4% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

La Place, LA is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, 19.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

28,343

Median age

38.1

Renters

22.5%

Age distribution

25.6%

21.1%

23.4%

14.7%

15.1%

Under 1825.6%

18–3421.1%

35–5423.4%

55–6414.7%

65+15.1%

Gender

48.4%

51.6%

Male48.4%

Female51.6%

Race & ethnicity

32.1%

56.3%

White32.1%

Black56.3%

Hispanic8.2%

Asian1.2%

Other2.2%

Education (25+)

13.2%

37.5%

29.8%

19.6%

No HS diploma13.2%

HS diploma37.5%

Some college29.8%

Bachelor's+19.6%

Housing tenure

77.5%

22.5%

Owner77.5%

Renter22.5%

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

2021 vs 2026

How La Place, LA has changed in 5 years

Population

29,129 → 28,343

down 2.7%

Renter share

20.9% → 22.5%

+1.6 pts

Bachelor's+

18.5% → 19.6%

+1.1 pts

Median age

37.2 → 38.1

+0.9 yrs

Census counts show La Place, LA losing about 786 residents over the five-year window, down 2.7% on net. The renter share has risen from 20.9% to 22.5%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in La Place on your salary?

At $1,720/mo, how La Place rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $82,198/yr · Rent = 25.1% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $58,360/yr · Rent = 35.4% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $67,225/yr · Rent = 30.7% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $120,156/yr · Rent = 17.2% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $153,529/yr · Rent = 13.4% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $54,645/yr · Rent = 37.8% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $49,338/yr · Rent = 41.8% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $60,813/yr · Rent = 33.9% income

stretched

By apartment size

La Place rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in La Place

About renting in La Place, LA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in La Place is $1,720/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,050/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,450/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,210/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,850/mo.

At 29% of estimated US median household income ($72,000/yr), La Place ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 5.5% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is La Place an affordable city for renters?

La Place is considered affordable for renters. At $1,720/mo, rent takes approximately 29% of the US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. La Place falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in La Place?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $69,000/year (~$33/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,720/mo in La Place.

Is rent going up or down in La Place?

Rent in La Place has decreased 5.5% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does La Place rent compare to other cities in Louisiana?

La Place is one of the pricier cities in Louisiana for rent, ranking #6 out of 46 tracked cities at $1,720/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than La Place?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than La Place ($1,720/mo): Destrehan ($1,425/mo), River Ridge ($1,498/mo), Metairie ($1,605/mo).

What percentage of La Place residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 22.5% of La Place households are renters, while 77.5% are owner-occupied. La Place leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does La Place rent compare to the national average?

La Place's median rent of $1,720/mo is $245 (12%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Louisiana, it ranks #6 out of 46 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

29%

AFFORDABLE

At $1,720/mo, rent takes ~29% of US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

La Place 29%Benchmark 30%

State income tax1.85–4.25%

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