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Westwego

Pop. 8,335·25th most expensive in Louisiana·Rental market data updated monthly for Westwego, LA
Median rent (all units)
$1,456/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
+2.8%
vs US Median
-$506
Rising (Monthly)
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Westwego · $1,456
More affordable than 79% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Affordability
38% of income
MODERATE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,456/mo, rent takes about 38% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$58,000/yr
Local median income
$46,261/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Westwego's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,060
1 BR
$1,220
2 BR
$1,460
3 BR
$1,870
4 BR+
$2,190
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$1,460/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $1,456 market median above, and that is expected: FMR is the 40th percentile of standard-quality units and counts gross rent, so it includes essential utilities such as electricity, water, gas, sewer, and trash. The market median is asking rent, which usually excludes utilities. HUD sets FMR once a year; market rent here updates monthly.

Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents. Read the methodology →

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$17,472/yr
At $1,456/mo median
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Rents are climbing (0.0% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, +2.8% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Westwego, LA is roughly split between renters and owners, has a median income below the national average, 16.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
8,335
Median income
$46,261
Median age
43.6
Renters
48.6%
Age distribution
17.5%
20.3%
30.4%
13.8%
18%
Under 1817.5%
18–3420.3%
35–5430.4%
55–6413.8%
65+18%
Gender
49.9%
50.1%
Male49.9%
Female50.1%
Race & ethnicity
64.6%
23.7%
White64.6%
Black23.7%
Hispanic4.9%
Asian2.5%
Other4.4%
Education (25+)
21.9%
35.7%
25.5%
16.9%
No HS diploma21.9%
HS diploma35.7%
Some college25.5%
Bachelor's+16.9%
Housing tenure
51.4%
48.6%
Owner51.4%
Renter48.6%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Westwego, LA has changed in 5 years

Income
$32,384 → $46,261
up 42.9%
Population
8,538 → 8,335
down 2.4%
Renter share
49.8% → 48.6%
-1.2 pts
Bachelor's+
11% → 16.9%
+5.9 pts

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $32,384 in 2021 to $46,261 more recently. Census counts show Westwego, LA losing about 203 residents over the five-year window, down 2.4% on net. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 11% to 16.9% across the same window.

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By apartment size

Westwego rent by bedroom count

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

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About renting in Westwego, LA

Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Westwego is $1,456/mo as of August 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,060/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,460/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,220/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,870/mo.

At 38% of local median household income ($46,261/yr), Westwego ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Westwego an affordable city for renters?

Westwego is considered moderate for renters. At $1,456/mo, rent takes approximately 38% of the local median household income ($46,261/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Westwego slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Westwego?

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 $1,456/mo in Westwego. The local median household income is $46,261/yr, meaning the typical Westwego household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Westwego?

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

How does Westwego rent compare to other cities in Louisiana?

Westwego is middle-of-the-pack for Louisiana for rent, ranking #25 out of 46 tracked cities at $1,456/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Westwego?

Harahan is nearby and more affordable at $1,357/mo, which is $99 less than Westwego.

What percentage of Westwego residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 48.6% of Westwego households are renters, while 51.4% are owner-occupied. Westwego leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Westwego rent compare to the national average?

Westwego's median rent of $1,456/mo is $506 (26%) below the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Louisiana, it ranks #25 out of 46 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
38%
MODERATE

At $1,456/mo, rent takes ~38% of Westwego's median household income ($46,261/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Westwego 38%Benchmark 30%
State income tax1.85–4.25%
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