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Thibodaux

Pop. 15,732·36th most expensive in Louisiana·Thibodaux rents have dropped 6.7%, currently a renter's market
Median rent (all units)
$1,292/mo
Year-over-Year
-6.7%
Month-over-Month
-5.5%
vs US Median
-$673
Falling (Monthly)
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Thibodaux · $1,292
More affordable than 88% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
30% of income
MODERATE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,292/mo, rent takes about 30% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$52,000/yr
Local median income
$52,072/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Thibodaux's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$780
1 BR
$930
2 BR
$1,140
3 BR
$1,380
4 BR+
$1,520
Research median
$1,140/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
$15,504/yr
At $1,292/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 6.7% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (-6.7% YoY, -5.5% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Thibodaux, LA is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income below the national average, 34.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
15,732
Median income
$52,072
Median age
39
Renters
38.4%
Age distribution
17.6%
26.6%
24.3%
20.2%
Under 1817.6%
18–3426.6%
35–5424.3%
55–6411.3%
65+20.2%
Gender
47.8%
52.2%
Male47.8%
Female52.2%
Race & ethnicity
68.1%
23.1%
White68.1%
Black23.1%
Hispanic4.5%
Asian0.9%
Other3.4%
Education (25+)
14.7%
30.4%
20.3%
34.6%
No HS diploma14.7%
HS diploma30.4%
Some college20.3%
Bachelor's+34.6%
Housing tenure
61.6%
38.4%
Owner61.6%
Renter38.4%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Thibodaux, LA has changed in 5 years

Income
$46,658 → $52,072
up 11.6%
Population
15,242 → 15,732
up 3.2%
Renter share
44.4% → 38.4%
-6.0 pts
Bachelor's+
32.6% → 34.6%
+2.0 pts
Median age
33.9 → 39
+5.1 yrs

On the earnings side, the typical household in Thibodaux, LA now reports about $52,072, up from $46,658 in 2021. Headcount in the area went from 15,242 to 15,732 between 2021 and 2024, a 3.2% change. About 38.4% of households rent today, against 44.4% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 32.6% to 34.6%.

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By apartment size

Thibodaux rent by bedroom count

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

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About renting in Thibodaux, LA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Thibodaux is $1,292/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $780/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,140/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $930/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,380/mo.

At 30% of local median household income ($52,072/yr), Thibodaux ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 6.7% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Thibodaux an affordable city for renters?

Thibodaux is considered moderate for renters. At $1,292/mo, rent takes approximately 30% of the local median household income ($52,072/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Thibodaux slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Thibodaux?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $52,000/year (~$25/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,292/mo in Thibodaux. The local median household income is $52,072/yr, meaning the typical Thibodaux household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Thibodaux?

Rent in Thibodaux has decreased 6.7% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Thibodaux rent compare to other cities in Louisiana?

Thibodaux is one of the more affordable cities in Louisiana for rent, ranking #36 out of 46 tracked cities at $1,292/mo.

What percentage of Thibodaux residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 38.4% of Thibodaux households are renters, while 61.6% are owner-occupied. Thibodaux leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Thibodaux rent compare to the national average?

Thibodaux's median rent of $1,292/mo is $673 (34%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Louisiana, it ranks #36 out of 46 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
30%
MODERATE

At $1,292/mo, rent takes ~30% of Thibodaux's median household income ($52,072/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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State income tax1.85–4.25%
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