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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Shreveport, LA is $1,170. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Shreveport cheaper than other Louisiana cities?

Shreveport is among the more affordable cities in Louisiana, ranking #42 out of 46 cities at $1,170/mo.

When was Shreveport rent data last updated?

Shreveport 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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Shreveport

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Pop. 180,982·42nd most expensive in Louisiana·One of the most affordable rental markets in the US

Median rent (all units)

$1,170/mo

Year-over-Year

+1.1%

Month-over-Month

+1.9%

vs US Median

-$795

Rising (Monthly)

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Shreveport · $1,170

More affordable than 93% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

41/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 4% above what Shreveport's 10-year trend predicts — running hotter than its own history.

Actual rent

$1,170/mo

Expected by trend

$1,122/mo

The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Shreveport's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$785

1 BR

$913

2 BR

$1,045

3 BR

$1,348

4 BR+

$1,433

Research median

$1,045/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

$14,040/yr

At $1,170/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are climbing (1.1% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.

Based on rent-price momentum (+1.1% YoY, +1.9% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Shreveport, LA is roughly split between renters and owners, has a median income below the national average, 28.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

180,982

Median income

$48,699

Median age

37.9

Renters

46.7%

Age distribution

24.2%

22%

24%

17.8%

Under 1824.2%

18–3422%

35–5424%

55–6412%

65+17.8%

Gender

46.9%

53.1%

Male46.9%

Female53.1%

Race & ethnicity

35.5%

56.1%

White35.5%

Black56.1%

Hispanic4.1%

Asian1.6%

Other2.7%

Education (25+)

12.3%

29.9%

29.3%

28.5%

No HS diploma12.3%

HS diploma29.9%

Some college29.3%

Bachelor's+28.5%

Housing tenure

53.3%

46.7%

Owner53.3%

Renter46.7%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Shreveport, LA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$913 → $1,170

up 28.1%

Income

$41,782 → $48,699

up 16.6%

Population

189,374 → 180,982

down 4.4%

Renter share

47.1% → 46.7%

-0.4 pts

Bachelor's+

25.9% → 28.5%

+2.6 pts

Median age

36.4 → 37.9

+1.5 yrs

Across the past five years, the going rent in Shreveport, LA has shifted from $913 to $1,170, up 28.1% since 2021. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $41,782 in 2021 to $48,699 more recently. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. Census counts show Shreveport, LA losing about 8,392 residents over the five-year window, down 4.4% on net. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 25.9% to 28.5% across the same window. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the Shreveport, LA market of 2021.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Shreveport on your salary?

At $1,170/mo, how Shreveport rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $82,198/yr · Rent = 17.1% income

very comfortable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $58,360/yr · Rent = 24.1% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $67,225/yr · Rent = 20.9% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $120,156/yr · Rent = 11.7% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $153,529/yr · Rent = 9.1% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $54,645/yr · Rent = 25.7% income

affordable

Truck Driver

Avg $49,338/yr · Rent = 28.5% income

affordable

Electrician

Avg $60,813/yr · Rent = 23.1% income

affordable

By apartment size

Shreveport rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Shreveport, LA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Shreveport is $1,170/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $785/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,045/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $913/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,348/mo.

At 29% of local median household income ($48,699/yr), Shreveport ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 1.1% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Shreveport an affordable city for renters?

Shreveport is considered affordable for renters. At $1,170/mo, rent takes approximately 29% of the local median household income ($48,699/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Shreveport falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Shreveport?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $47,000/year (~$23/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,170/mo in Shreveport. The local median household income is $48,699/yr, meaning the typical Shreveport household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Shreveport?

Rent in Shreveport has increased 1.1% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Shreveport neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Shreveport are 71108 ($962/mo), 71104 ($1,058/mo), and 71107 ($1,175/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Shreveport is $1,170/mo.

How does Shreveport rent compare to other cities in Louisiana?

Shreveport is one of the more affordable cities in Louisiana for rent, ranking #42 out of 46 tracked cities at $1,170/mo.

What percentage of Shreveport residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 46.7% of Shreveport households are renters, while 53.3% are owner-occupied. Shreveport leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Shreveport rent compare to the national average?

Shreveport's median rent of $1,170/mo is $795 (40%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Louisiana, it ranks #42 out of 46 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

29%

AFFORDABLE

At $1,170/mo, rent takes ~29% of Shreveport's median household income ($48,699/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Shreveport 29%Benchmark 30%

State income tax1.85–4.25%

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