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Baton Rouge, Louisiana

city · East Baton Rouge Parish

At a glance

222,771
Population
$234,700
Median home value (all homes)
23% below U.S. median
$233,136
Typical market value
Zillow, 2026-07
$1,067/mo
Median rent
21% below U.S. median
$49,994
Median household income
36% below U.S. median
21 min
Average commute
89.3%
Homes with broadband
59.1%
Locations with fiber available
9.2%
Unemployment

Cost of living (Clay Affordability Index)

CAI 96 — 4% below the national average. how it's computed

Housing5% below
Goods & services5% below
Utilities6% above
Taxes19% below
Insurance43% above
Commute cost30% below
For business: Louisiana is CBII band 2/5 · time to build band 1/5. See state page for the breakdown.

Doing business here

Economic development contacts, most local first:

city Baton Rouge Area Chamber
The Greater Baton Rouge Economic Partnership exists to drive economic prosperity across Louisiana’s Capital Region. We work to attract new investment, support business growth, and create a thriving environment for companies and communities alike.
state America Electric Power Economic Development
American Electric Power's Economic Development page outlines the company's site selection services, energy solutions, and resources to help businesses locate and grow within AEP's service territory across 11 states.
state Jeff Davis Parish Economic Development
Industrial, Agricultural & Commercial Development for Jeff Davis Parish, Louisiana.
State sales taxYes
State income taxYes
Right-to-work stateYes

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