RentDataNowRentDataNow
ZIP Code · LA

ZIP 70805

Pop. 23,288·East Baton Rouge Parish·87th most expensive ZIP in Louisiana
Median rent (all units)
$977/mo
Year-over-Year
+7.0%
Month-over-Month
+2.5%
vs US Median
-$988
Rising (Monthly)
Be the first to discuss 70805 rents ↓
Most AffordableMost Expensive
ZIP 70805 · $977
More affordable than 98% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
Rent check

Is your rent fair?

Compare your rent to the local median.

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$960
1 BR
$980
2 BR
$1,100
3 BR
$1,380
4 BR+
$1,830
Research median
$1,100/mo

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

Rent trends

12-month history

Loading…

Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$11,724/yr
At $977/mo median
Location
StateLA
CountyEast Baton Rouge Parish
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 7.0% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+7.0% YoY, +2.5% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 70805 (Baton Rouge, LA) is majority renter-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income below the national average, 10.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
23,288
Median income
$25,397
Median age
35.4
Renters
59.5%
Age distribution
27.5%
22.3%
23.2%
14.4%
12.6%
Under 1827.5%
18–3422.3%
35–5423.2%
55–6414.4%
65+12.6%
Gender
47%
53%
Male47%
Female53%
Race & ethnicity
94.8%
White1.6%
Black94.8%
Hispanic2.3%
Other1.2%
Education (25+)
27%
36.1%
26.1%
No HS diploma27%
HS diploma36.1%
Some college26.1%
Bachelor's+10.8%
Housing tenure
40.5%
59.5%
Owner40.5%
Renter59.5%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 70805 in Baton Rouge, LA has changed in 5 years

Income
$25,661 → $25,397
down 1.0%
Population
25,622 → 23,288
down 9.1%
Renter share
54.9% → 59.5%
+4.6 pts
Bachelor's+
9.9% → 10.8%
+0.9 pts
Median age
34.1 → 35.4
+1.3 yrs

Census figures show median household income at $25,397 today, compared with $25,661 five years earlier. Census counts show ZIP 70805 in Baton Rouge, LA losing about 2,334 residents over the five-year window, down 9.1% on net. The renter share has risen from 54.9% to 59.5%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder.

Community

Discussions about ZIP 70805

No discussions yet. Start the conversation.

Local insights

Tips for renters in ZIP 70805

About renting in ZIP 70805

Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 70805 covers Baton Rouge, LA. The median rent here is $977/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $980/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $1,100/mo.

At 46% of local median household income ($25,397/yr), ZIP 70805 ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 7.0% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How much is rent in ZIP code 70805?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 70805 (Baton Rouge, LA) is $977. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 70805 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 70805's median rent of $977/mo is $988 (50%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 70805 compare to other ZIPs in Louisiana?

ZIP 70805 is among the more affordable ZIP codes in Louisiana, ranking #87 out of 91 ZIPs at $977/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 70805?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $39,000/year (~$19/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $977/mo in ZIP 70805. The local median household income is $25,397/yr, meaning the typical household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 70805?

Rent in ZIP 70805 has increased 7.0% over the past year as of July 20, 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Is ZIP 70805 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 70805 is considered stretched for renters. At $977/mo, rent takes approximately 46% of the local median household income ($25,397/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 70805 significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

What percentage of ZIP 70805 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 59.5% of ZIP 70805 households are renters, while 40.5% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, ZIP 70805 has a strong rental market.

How does ZIP 70805 compare to the rest of Baton Rouge?

ZIP 70805 is more affordable than Baton Rouge overall. At $977/mo, it's $406 below the Baton Rouge citywide median of $1,383/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 70805 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 70805 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
46%
STRETCHED

At $977/mo, rent takes ~46% of ZIP 70805's median household income ($25,397/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 70805 46%Benchmark 30%
State income tax1.85–4.25%
Compare

How does this area stack up?

Pick another city or ZIP to compare.

Schools nearby

Public schools near ZIP 70805 (Baton Rouge, LA)

Recent submissions

Be the first to submit your rent for this ZIP.

Recent discussions

No discussions yet.