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ZIP 70053

Part of Gretna, LA
Pop. 16,621·Jefferson Parish·32nd most expensive ZIP in Louisiana
Median rent (all units)
$1,550/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
+5.2%
vs US Median
-$415
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ZIP 70053 · $1,550
More affordable than 70% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
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Studio
$970
1 BR
$1,120
2 BR
$1,340
3 BR
$1,710
4 BR+
$2,000
Research median
$1,340/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

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Last updated: June 22, 2026

Annual cost
$18,600/yr
At $1,550/mo median
Location
CityGretna
StateLA
CountyJefferson Parish
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, +5.2% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 70053 (Gretna, LA) is roughly split between renters and owners, has a median income below the national average, 22.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
16,621
Median income
$39,950
Median age
37.7
Renters
53.4%
Age distribution
22.7%
22.4%
26.7%
12.1%
16.1%
Under 1822.7%
18–3422.4%
35–5426.7%
55–6412.1%
65+16.1%
Gender
50.9%
49.1%
Male50.9%
Female49.1%
Race & ethnicity
37.7%
31.4%
24.7%
White37.7%
Black31.4%
Hispanic24.7%
Asian3.8%
Other2.5%
Education (25+)
24.9%
30.1%
22.2%
22.8%
No HS diploma24.9%
HS diploma30.1%
Some college22.2%
Bachelor's+22.8%
Housing tenure
46.6%
53.4%
Owner46.6%
Renter53.4%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 70053 in Gretna, LA has changed in 5 years

Income
$41,275 → $39,950
down 3.2%
Population
16,842 → 16,621
down 1.3%
Renter share
52.9% → 53.4%
+0.5 pts
Bachelor's+
21.9% → 22.8%
+0.9 pts
Median age
39.6 → 37.7
-1.9 yrs

On the earnings side, the typical household in ZIP 70053 in Gretna, LA now reports about $39,950, up from $41,275 in 2021. Headcount in the area went from 16,842 to 16,621 between 2021 and 2024, a 1.3% change.

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Last updated: June 22, 2026

ZIP code 70053 covers Gretna, LA. The median rent here is $1,550/mo as of June 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $1,120/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $1,340/mo.

At 47% of local median household income ($39,950/yr), ZIP 70053 ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

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How much is rent in ZIP code 70053?

As of June 22, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 70053 (Gretna, LA) is $1,550. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 70053 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 70053's median rent of $1,550/mo is $415 (21%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 70053 compare to other ZIPs in Louisiana?

ZIP 70053 falls in the middle range for Louisiana, ranking #32 out of 90 ZIPs at $1,550/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 70053?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $62,000/year (~$30/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,550/mo in ZIP 70053. The local median household income is $39,950/yr, meaning the typical household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 70053?

Rent in ZIP 70053 has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of June 22, 2026.

Is ZIP 70053 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 70053 is considered stretched for renters. At $1,550/mo, rent takes approximately 47% of the local median household income ($39,950/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 70053 significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

What percentage of ZIP 70053 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 53.4% of ZIP 70053 households are renters, while 46.6% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, ZIP 70053 has a strong rental market.

How does ZIP 70053 compare to the rest of Gretna?

ZIP 70053 is more affordable than Gretna overall. At $1,550/mo, it's $44 below the Gretna citywide median of $1,594/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 70053 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 70053 reflects June 22, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
47%
STRETCHED

At $1,550/mo, rent takes ~47% of ZIP 70053's median household income ($39,950/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 70053 47%Benchmark 30%
State income tax1.85–4.25%
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