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Average Rent in Caldwell Parish, LA Rents falling 4.1% YoY

HUD FY2025 · Official government data · Updated annually · Metro pop. 9,563

Data review: HUD FY2025Sources: HUD, Zillow, Census, BLSMethodologyEditorial standardsReport a correction

Market Overview

Caldwell Parish, LA has rental prices ranging from $671/month to $1,328/month in 2025, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $694/month — 50% below the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $44,957/year, spending $694/month on a 1-bedroom represents 19% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.

How Caldwell Parish Compares

With an average 2-bedroom rent of $910/month, Caldwell Parish ranks #22 most expensive of the 47 cities tracked in Louisiana — more affordable than 68% of all US cities in our data.

The Caldwell Parish Rental Market

The Caldwell Parish, LA area has a population of about 9,563 and 31% of households renting rather than owning. That is close to the US average renter share of ~34%.

Rent Trends

2-bedroom rents in Caldwell Parish, LA have fallen by $39/month (4.1%) over the past year, from $949 to $910. This slight decline is consistent with broader market corrections seen across US rental markets.

Affordability

To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Caldwell Parish, LA without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $27,760. The local median household income of $44,957 exceeds that threshold by $17,197, making Caldwell Parish relatively accessible compared to local wages.

Economy & Jobs

Caldwell Parish, LA has an unemployment rate of 4.7%, 0.8 percentage points above the national average of 3.9%. A higher unemployment rate can moderate rental demand over time, which may help keep rent growth in check compared to tighter job markets.

Fair Market Rents

HUD FY2025
Studio
$671
Affordable
1 Bedroom
$694
Affordable
2 Bedrooms
$910
4.1% YoY
Affordable
3 Bedrooms
$1,096
Affordable
4 Bedrooms
$1,328
Average
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Is Caldwell Parish, LA Affordable?

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Affordability Index(30% income rule)

To rent a 2BR
$36,400/year
Local median income: $44,957
To buy a median home
/year
US national median: $75,000
💡 Based on a 2BR rent of $910/month and 20% down on a home at 7% rate.

Nearby Cities in LAlargest metros in the state

CityStudio1BR2BR3BRHome Value
New Orleans$1,071$1,236$1,478$1,889
Assumption Parish$805$830$926$1,298
Baton Rouge$1,063$1,081$1,222$1,528
Lafayette$740$930$1,052$1,322
Shreveport$767$892$1,017$1,317
Lake Charles$871$877$1,144$1,383

Rent or Buy in Caldwell Parish?

Break-even analysis and mortgage estimates based on local market data.

Should I Rent or Buy?

Break-even analysis using real Caldwell Parish data

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Home Value
$350,000
2BR Rent
$910/mo
Mortgage Rate
7%
Monthly P&I
$1,863/mo
🏢 Rent

Renting appears to be the better financial choice for this scenario.

Total monthly buy cost: $2,577/movs rent: $910/mo
Estimates only. Excludes HOA, PMI (if <20% down), closing costs, and tax benefits. Assumes 5% return on invested down payment.

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