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ZIP 71446

Pop. 21,275·Vernon Parish·81st most expensive ZIP in Louisiana
Median rent (all units)
$1,149/mo
Year-over-Year
-10.4%
Month-over-Month
+8.1%
vs US Median
-$813
Rising (Monthly)
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ZIP 71446 · $1,149
More affordable than 94% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,962/mo
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Studio
$790
1 BR
$800
2 BR
$1,050
3 BR
$1,340
4 BR+
$1,440
Research median
$1,050/mo

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

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$13,788/yr
At $1,149/mo median
Location
StateLA
CountyVernon Parish
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Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 71446 (Leesville, LA) is majority owner-occupied, has a median income below the national average, 20% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
21,275
Median income
$55,925
Median age
37.2
Renters
37%
Age distribution
24.7%
22.7%
23.7%
16.9%
Under 1824.7%
18–3422.7%
35–5423.7%
55–6412%
65+16.9%
Gender
50.9%
49.1%
Male50.9%
Female49.1%
Race & ethnicity
74.5%
15.2%
White74.5%
Black15.2%
Hispanic5.4%
Asian2%
Other2.9%
Education (25+)
12.6%
37.4%
30%
20%
No HS diploma12.6%
HS diploma37.4%
Some college30%
Bachelor's+20%
Housing tenure
63%
37%
Owner63%
Renter37%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 71446 in Leesville, LA has changed in 5 years

Income
$53,012 → $55,925
up 5.5%
Population
21,469 → 21,275
down 0.9%
Renter share
35.5% → 37%
+1.5 pts
Bachelor's+
21.9% → 20%
-1.9 pts

On the earnings side, the typical household in ZIP 71446 in Leesville, LA now reports about $55,925, up from $53,012 in 2021. The renter share has risen from 35.5% to 37%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder.

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

ZIP code 71446 covers Leesville, LA. The median rent here is $1,149/mo as of August 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $800/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $1,050/mo.

At 25% of local median household income ($55,925/yr), ZIP 71446 ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 10.4% over the past year.

FAQ

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How much is rent in ZIP code 71446?

As of August 17, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 71446 (Leesville, LA) is $1,149. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 71446 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 71446's median rent of $1,149/mo is $813 (41%) below the US national median of $1,962/mo.

How does ZIP 71446 compare to other ZIPs in Louisiana?

ZIP 71446 is among the more affordable ZIP codes in Louisiana, ranking #81 out of 93 ZIPs at $1,149/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 71446?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $46,000/year (~$22/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,149/mo in ZIP 71446. The local median household income is $55,925/yr, meaning the typical household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 71446?

Rent in ZIP 71446 has decreased 10.4% over the past year as of August 17, 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

Is ZIP 71446 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 71446 is considered affordable for renters. At $1,149/mo, rent takes approximately 25% of the local median household income ($55,925/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 71446 falls comfortably within that range.

What percentage of ZIP 71446 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 37% of ZIP 71446 households are renters, while 63% are owner-occupied. ZIP 71446 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 71446 compare to the rest of Leesville?

ZIP 71446 is pricier than Leesville as a whole. At $1,149/mo, it's $36 above the Leesville citywide median of $1,113/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 71446 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 71446 reflects August 17, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
25%
AFFORDABLE

At $1,149/mo, rent takes ~25% of ZIP 71446's median household income ($55,925/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 71446 25%Benchmark 30%
State income tax1.85–4.25%
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