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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Slidell, LA is $1,462. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Slidell cheaper than other Louisiana cities?

Slidell falls in the middle range for Louisiana, ranking #23 out of 46 cities at $1,462/mo.

When was Slidell rent data last updated?

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

Is Slidell a renter's market or a landlord's market?

Based on RentDataNow's Rent Market Meter, Slidell is currently a renter's market. Rents are softening (up only 1.9% 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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Slidell

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Pop. 28,561·23rd most expensive in Louisiana·Rental market data updated monthly for Slidell, LA

Median rent (all units)

$1,462/mo

Year-over-Year

+1.9%

Month-over-Month

-2.9%

vs US Median

-$503

Falling (Monthly)

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Slidell · $1,462

More affordable than 78% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

67/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 8% below what Slidell's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,462/mo

Expected by trend

$1,594/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,117

1 BR

$1,287

2 BR

$1,540

3 BR

$1,970

4 BR+

$2,313

Research median

$1,540/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

$17,544/yr

At $1,462/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are softening (up only 1.9% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.

Based on rent-price momentum (+1.9% YoY, -2.9% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Slidell, LA is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, 31.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

28,561

Median income

$70,497

Median age

38.9

Renters

31.5%

Age distribution

23.7%

21%

22.9%

21.4%

Under 1823.7%

18–3421%

35–5422.9%

55–6411%

65+21.4%

Gender

48.1%

51.9%

Male48.1%

Female51.9%

Race & ethnicity

62.6%

20.3%

White62.6%

Black20.3%

Hispanic9.8%

Asian2.1%

Other5.2%

Education (25+)

25%

33.6%

31.4%

No HS diploma10%

HS diploma25%

Some college33.6%

Bachelor's+31.4%

Housing tenure

68.5%

31.5%

Owner68.5%

Renter31.5%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Slidell, LA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,208 → $1,462

up 21.0%

Income

$57,920 → $70,497

up 21.7%

Population

28,537 → 28,561

up 0.1%

Renter share

29.5% → 31.5%

+2.0 pts

Bachelor's+

28.9% → 31.4%

+2.5 pts

Median age

38 → 38.9

+0.9 yrs

Since 2021, the typical rent in Slidell, LA has increased from $1,208 to $1,462, a 21.0% change over five years. Household income in the area moved from $57,920 to $70,497 across the same window, up 21.7% versus 2021. Renters now make up 31.5% of households, compared with 29.5% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 31.4% of adults here, versus 28.9% in 2021. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Slidell, LA look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Slidell on your salary?

At $1,462/mo, how Slidell rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $82,198/yr · Rent = 21.3% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $58,360/yr · Rent = 30.1% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $67,225/yr · Rent = 26.1% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $120,156/yr · Rent = 14.6% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $153,529/yr · Rent = 11.4% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $54,645/yr · Rent = 32.1% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $49,338/yr · Rent = 35.6% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $60,813/yr · Rent = 28.8% income

affordable

By apartment size

Slidell rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Slidell

About renting in Slidell, LA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Slidell is $1,462/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,117/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,540/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,287/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,970/mo.

At 25% of local median household income ($70,497/yr), Slidell ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 1.9% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Slidell an affordable city for renters?

Slidell is considered affordable for renters. At $1,462/mo, rent takes approximately 25% of the local median household income ($70,497/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Slidell falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Slidell?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $58,000/year (~$28/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,462/mo in Slidell. The local median household income is $70,497/yr, meaning the typical Slidell household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Slidell?

Rent in Slidell has increased 1.9% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Slidell neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Slidell are 70458 ($1,440/mo), 70460 ($1,496/mo), and 70461 ($1,539/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Slidell is $1,462/mo.

How does Slidell rent compare to other cities in Louisiana?

Slidell is middle-of-the-pack for Louisiana for rent, ranking #23 out of 46 tracked cities at $1,462/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Slidell?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Slidell ($1,462/mo): Eden Isle ($1,409/mo), Chalmette ($1,461/mo).

What percentage of Slidell residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 31.5% of Slidell households are renters, while 68.5% are owner-occupied. Slidell leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Slidell rent compare to the national average?

Slidell's median rent of $1,462/mo is $503 (26%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Louisiana, it ranks #23 out of 46 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

25%

AFFORDABLE

At $1,462/mo, rent takes ~25% of Slidell's median household income ($70,497/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Slidell 25%Benchmark 30%

State income tax1.85–4.25%

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