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ZIP 71106

Pop. 34,117·Caddo Parish·70th most expensive ZIP in Louisiana
Median rent (all units)
$1,261/mo
Year-over-Year
+34.7%
Month-over-Month
-5.1%
vs US Median
-$704
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ZIP 71106 · $1,261
More affordable than 89% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
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Studio
$760
1 BR
$860
2 BR
$970
3 BR
$1,270
4 BR+
$1,360
Research median
$970/mo

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

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$15,132/yr
At $1,261/mo median
Location
StateLA
CountyCaddo Parish
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Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 34.7% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+34.7% YoY, -5.1% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 71106 (Shreveport, LA) is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, 42.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
34,117
Median income
$81,452
Median age
40.9
Renters
31.7%
Age distribution
25.7%
16.6%
24%
15.2%
18.6%
Under 1825.7%
18–3416.6%
35–5424%
55–6415.2%
65+18.6%
Gender
47.2%
52.8%
Male47.2%
Female52.8%
Race & ethnicity
53.3%
38.2%
White53.3%
Black38.2%
Hispanic4.2%
Asian1%
Other3.3%
Education (25+)
24.7%
21.7%
42.7%
No HS diploma10.9%
HS diploma24.7%
Some college21.7%
Bachelor's+42.7%
Housing tenure
68.3%
31.7%
Owner68.3%
Renter31.7%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 71106 in Shreveport, LA has changed in 5 years

Income
$59,469 → $81,452
up 37.0%
Population
33,849 → 34,117
up 0.8%
Renter share
35.2% → 31.7%
-3.5 pts
Bachelor's+
37.2% → 42.7%
+5.5 pts
Median age
40 → 40.9
+0.9 yrs

On the earnings side, the typical household in ZIP 71106 in Shreveport, LA now reports about $81,452, up from $59,469 in 2021. About 31.7% of households rent today, against 35.2% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 37.2% to 42.7%.

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 71106 covers Shreveport, LA. The median rent here is $1,261/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $860/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $970/mo.

At 19% of local median household income ($81,452/yr), ZIP 71106 ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 34.7% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How much is rent in ZIP code 71106?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 71106 (Shreveport, LA) is $1,261. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 71106 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 71106's median rent of $1,261/mo is $704 (36%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 71106 compare to other ZIPs in Louisiana?

ZIP 71106 is among the more affordable ZIP codes in Louisiana, ranking #70 out of 91 ZIPs at $1,261/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 71106?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $50,000/year (~$24/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,261/mo in ZIP 71106. The local median household income is $81,452/yr, meaning the typical household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 71106?

Rent in ZIP 71106 has increased 34.7% over the past year as of July 20, 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Is ZIP 71106 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 71106 is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,261/mo, rent takes approximately 19% of the local median household income ($81,452/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 71106 falls comfortably within that range.

What percentage of ZIP 71106 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 31.7% of ZIP 71106 households are renters, while 68.3% are owner-occupied. ZIP 71106 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 71106 compare to the rest of Shreveport?

ZIP 71106 is pricier than Shreveport as a whole. At $1,261/mo, it's $91 above the Shreveport citywide median of $1,170/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 71106 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 71106 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
19%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,261/mo, rent takes ~19% of ZIP 71106's median household income ($81,452/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 71106 19%Benchmark 30%
State income tax1.85–4.25%
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