How much does it cost to rent in Pineville, LA?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Pineville, LA is $1,037. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Pineville cheaper than other Louisiana cities?

Pineville is among the more affordable cities in Louisiana, ranking #46 out of 46 cities at $1,037/mo.

When was Pineville rent data last updated?

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

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Pineville

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Pop. 14,160·46th most expensive in Louisiana·Pineville rents are up 8.5% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$1,037/mo

Year-over-Year

+8.5%

Month-over-Month

-5.0%

vs US Median

-$928

Falling (Monthly)

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Pineville · $1,037

More affordable than 97% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

25% of income

AFFORDABLE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,037/mo, rent takes about 25% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$41,000/yr

Local median income

$49,774/yr

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$680

1 BR

$720

2 BR

$950

3 BR

$1,290

4 BR+

$1,440

Research median

$950/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

$12,444/yr

At $1,037/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Balanced Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are roughly steady, with neither renters nor landlords holding a strong edge right now.

Based on rent-price momentum (+8.5% YoY, -5.0% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Pineville, LA is roughly split between renters and owners, has a median income below the national average, 26.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

14,160

Median income

$49,774

Median age

36.2

Renters

45.6%

Age distribution

23.6%

26.2%

17.3%

Under 1823.6%

18–3423.6%

35–5426.2%

55–649.3%

65+17.3%

Gender

48.5%

51.5%

Male48.5%

Female51.5%

Race & ethnicity

63.8%

30.7%

White63.8%

Black30.7%

Hispanic1.6%

Other3.6%

Education (25+)

15%

32.6%

26.2%

No HS diploma15%

HS diploma32.6%

Some college26.2%

Bachelor's+26.2%

Housing tenure

54.4%

45.6%

Owner54.4%

Renter45.6%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Pineville, LA has changed in 5 years

Income

$44,732 → $49,774

up 11.3%

Population

14,653 → 14,160

down 3.4%

Renter share

49.6% → 45.6%

-4.0 pts

Bachelor's+

22.1% → 26.2%

+4.1 pts

Median age

34.8 → 36.2

+1.4 yrs

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $44,732 in 2021 to $49,774 more recently. Census counts show Pineville, LA losing about 493 residents over the five-year window, down 3.4% on net. The renter share has eased from 49.6% to 45.6%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 22.1% to 26.2% across the same window.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Pineville on your salary?

At $1,037/mo, how Pineville rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $82,198/yr · Rent = 15.1% income

very comfortable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $58,360/yr · Rent = 21.3% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $67,225/yr · Rent = 18.5% income

very comfortable

Software Developer

Avg $120,156/yr · Rent = 10.4% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $153,529/yr · Rent = 8.1% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $54,645/yr · Rent = 22.8% income

affordable

Truck Driver

Avg $49,338/yr · Rent = 25.2% income

affordable

Electrician

Avg $60,813/yr · Rent = 20.5% income

affordable

By apartment size

Pineville rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Pineville, LA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Pineville is $1,037/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $680/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $950/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $720/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,290/mo.

At 25% of local median household income ($49,774/yr), Pineville ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 8.5% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Pineville an affordable city for renters?

Pineville is considered affordable for renters. At $1,037/mo, rent takes approximately 25% of the local median household income ($49,774/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Pineville falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Pineville?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $41,000/year (~$20/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,037/mo in Pineville. The local median household income is $49,774/yr, meaning the typical Pineville household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Pineville?

Rent in Pineville has increased 8.5% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Pineville rent compare to other cities in Louisiana?

Pineville is one of the more affordable cities in Louisiana for rent, ranking #46 out of 46 tracked cities at $1,037/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Pineville?

Opelousas is nearby and more affordable at $994/mo, which is $43 less than Pineville.

What percentage of Pineville residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 45.6% of Pineville households are renters, while 54.4% are owner-occupied. Pineville leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Pineville rent compare to the national average?

Pineville's median rent of $1,037/mo is $928 (47%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Louisiana, it ranks #46 out of 46 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

25%

AFFORDABLE

At $1,037/mo, rent takes ~25% of Pineville's median household income ($49,774/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Pineville 25%Benchmark 30%

State income tax1.85–4.25%

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