Pineville

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Pineville, LA Area Guide

Avg Rent

$725

Population

13,188

Renter Mix

46% Rent

The heart of Louisiana is teeming with natural beauty

Suburban Scenic Riverside Affordable Diverse Welcoming

Situated just across the Red River from the city of Alexandria, Pineville is a tranquil suburb with a distinctive small-town vibe. Pineville residents enjoy an array of historic homes engulfed in a lush natural environment.

Speaking of the lush natural environment, Pineville is convenient a broad range of recreational opportunities at the sprawling Kisatchie National Forest, on the winding Red River, and countless wildlife management areas nearby.

While Pineville residents delight in a quiet home environment, the many amenities of Alexandria are also within close reach. Alexandria Zoological Park, Alexandria Museum of Art, and T.R.E.E. House Children’s Museum are all just a short drive away.

Demographics

Median Household Income

$44,383

Average: $69,086

Education

2,679

Residents Have a Degree

Job Market

5,993

Workers Employed

Age Distribution
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Median Age

38 Years

Largest Age Group

30-39 Years

Approximately 14% of Residents

Under 20

26%

Over 65

18%

Housing Distribution

Pineville has more homeowners than renters.

Renters
46%
Non-Renters
54%

Education Distribution

Review this city's overall education levels.

Bachelor's or Higher
14%
Other Education
86%

Rent Trends

As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Pineville, LA is $725 for a studio, $725 for one bedroom, $887 for two bedrooms, and $976 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Pineville has increased by 3.5% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$725/month
603 Sq Ft
House
$1,472/month
1,204 Sq Ft
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Getting Around

Somewhat Walkable

Walkability

30 / 100

Very Drivable

Drivability

80 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Bikeability

20 / 100

Schools

Ruby-Wise Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

433 Students

J.I. Barron Sr. Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

960 Students

Lessie Moore Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

424 Students

Mary Goff Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

361 Students

Pineville Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

263 Students

Tioga Junior High School

Public

Grades 6-8

570 Students

Pineville Junior High School

Public

Grades 6-8

603 Students

Pinecrest Supports & Services Center

Public

Grades K-12

105 Students

Pineville High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,374 Students

Pinecrest Supports & Services Center

Public

Grades K-12

105 Students

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Forts Randolph & Buhlow State Historic Site
  • Alexandria Zoo

Airports

  • Alexandria International

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History

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There are a variety of different attractions located within Pineville and in nearby Alexandria. Both residents and visitors can explore different museums, historical sites and theaters. The Alexandria Museum of Art is home to an extensive collection of contemporary Louisiana art. The Arna Bontemps African-American Museum & Cultural Arts Center is home to a huge collection of African-American Memorabilia. Some museums to visit include the Delta Music Museum, the Epps House, Buhlow State Historic Site, the Fragmore Cotton Plantation & Gins, and the Kent Plantation House.

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.