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Marrero

Pop. 32,540·10th most expensive in Louisiana·Marrero rents are up 13.0% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$1,677/mo
Year-over-Year
+13.0%
Month-over-Month
+0.5%
vs US Median
-$285
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Marrero · $1,677
More affordable than 64% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Affordability
49% of income
STRETCHED
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,677/mo, rent takes about 49% of the local median household income, well above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$67,000/yr
Local median income
$41,402/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Marrero's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,030
1 BR
$1,190
2 BR
$1,420
3 BR
$1,810
4 BR+
$2,130
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$1,420/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $1,677 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

12-month history

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$20,124/yr
At $1,677/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 13.0% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+13.0% YoY, +0.5% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Marrero, LA is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income below the national average, 14.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
32,540
Median income
$41,402
Median age
39.3
Renters
33.9%
Age distribution
23.1%
21.6%
21.2%
13.9%
20.2%
Under 1823.1%
18–3421.6%
35–5421.2%
55–6413.9%
65+20.2%
Gender
45.1%
54.9%
Male45.1%
Female54.9%
Race & ethnicity
31.5%
48%
White31.5%
Black48%
Hispanic9.8%
Asian5%
Other5.7%
Education (25+)
22%
33.8%
29.9%
14.3%
No HS diploma22%
HS diploma33.8%
Some college29.9%
Bachelor's+14.3%
Housing tenure
66.1%
33.9%
Owner66.1%
Renter33.9%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Marrero, LA has changed in 5 years

Income
$43,677 → $41,402
down 5.2%
Population
31,928 → 32,540
up 1.9%
Renter share
34.7% → 33.9%
-0.8 pts
Bachelor's+
12.3% → 14.3%
+2.0 pts
Median age
43.3 → 39.3
-4.0 yrs

Census figures show median household income at $41,402 today, compared with $43,677 five years earlier. Headcount in the area went from 31,928 to 32,540 between 2021 and 2024, a 1.9% change. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 12.3% to 14.3%.

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Marrero rent by bedroom count

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

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Marrero is $1,677/mo as of August 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,030/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,420/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,190/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,810/mo.

At 49% of local median household income ($41,402/yr), Marrero ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 13.0% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Marrero an affordable city for renters?

Marrero is considered stretched for renters. At $1,677/mo, rent takes approximately 49% of the local median household income ($41,402/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Marrero significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in Marrero?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $67,000/year (~$32/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,677/mo in Marrero. The local median household income is $41,402/yr, meaning the typical Marrero household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Marrero?

Rent in Marrero has increased 13.0% over the past year as of August 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Marrero rent compare to other cities in Louisiana?

Marrero is one of the pricier cities in Louisiana for rent, ranking #10 out of 46 tracked cities at $1,677/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Marrero?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Marrero ($1,677/mo): Harvey ($1,218/mo), Westwego ($1,456/mo), Gretna ($1,641/mo).

What percentage of Marrero residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 33.9% of Marrero households are renters, while 66.1% are owner-occupied. Marrero leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Marrero rent compare to the national average?

Marrero's median rent of $1,677/mo is $285 (15%) below the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Louisiana, it ranks #10 out of 46 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
49%
STRETCHED

At $1,677/mo, rent takes ~49% of Marrero's median household income ($41,402/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Marrero 49%Benchmark 30%
State income tax1.85–4.25%
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