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River Ridge

Pop. 13,312·22nd most expensive in Louisiana·Rental market data updated monthly for River Ridge, LA
Median rent (all units)
$1,498/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
+7.0%
vs US Median
-$467
Rising (Monthly)
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River Ridge · $1,498
More affordable than 76% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
21% of income
VERY AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,498/mo, rent takes about 21% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$60,000/yr
Local median income
$84,336/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using River Ridge's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,330
1 BR
$1,540
2 BR
$1,840
3 BR
$2,350
4 BR+
$2,760
Research median
$1,840/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
$17,976/yr
At $1,498/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 0.0% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, +7.0% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

River Ridge, LA is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, 38.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
13,312
Median income
$84,336
Median age
45
Renters
29.4%
Age distribution
20.1%
17.1%
23.1%
14.9%
24.8%
Under 1820.1%
18–3417.1%
35–5423.1%
55–6414.9%
65+24.8%
Gender
49.4%
50.6%
Male49.4%
Female50.6%
Race & ethnicity
75.9%
White75.9%
Black8.1%
Hispanic11.7%
Asian0.6%
Other3.6%
Education (25+)
22.6%
32.6%
38.8%
No HS diploma5.9%
HS diploma22.6%
Some college32.6%
Bachelor's+38.8%
Housing tenure
70.6%
29.4%
Owner70.6%
Renter29.4%

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

2021 vs 2026

How River Ridge, LA has changed in 5 years

Income
$78,003 → $84,336
up 8.1%
Population
13,435 → 13,312
down 0.9%
Renter share
24.9% → 29.4%
+4.5 pts
Bachelor's+
36.8% → 38.8%
+2.0 pts
Median age
45.9 → 45
-0.9 yrs

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $78,003 in 2021 to $84,336 more recently. The renter share has risen from 24.9% to 29.4%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 36.8% to 38.8% across the same window.

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By apartment size

River Ridge rent by bedroom count

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

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About renting in River Ridge, LA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in River Ridge is $1,498/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,330/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,840/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,540/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,350/mo.

At 21% of local median household income ($84,336/yr), River Ridge ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is River Ridge an affordable city for renters?

River Ridge is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,498/mo, rent takes approximately 21% of the local median household income ($84,336/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. River Ridge falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in River Ridge?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $60,000/year (~$29/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,498/mo in River Ridge. The local median household income is $84,336/yr, meaning the typical River Ridge household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in River Ridge?

Rent in River Ridge has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of July 2026.

How does River Ridge rent compare to other cities in Louisiana?

River Ridge is middle-of-the-pack for Louisiana for rent, ranking #22 out of 46 tracked cities at $1,498/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than River Ridge?

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

What percentage of River Ridge residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 29.4% of River Ridge households are renters, while 70.6% are owner-occupied. River Ridge leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does River Ridge rent compare to the national average?

River Ridge's median rent of $1,498/mo is $467 (24%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Louisiana, it ranks #22 out of 46 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
21%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,498/mo, rent takes ~21% of River Ridge's median household income ($84,336/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

River Ridge 21%Benchmark 30%
State income tax1.85–4.25%
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