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Rental Market Trends in Jefferson, LA

Updated July 2026

The average rent in Jefferson, LA is $1,201/month.

Rent in Jefferson is 28% lower than the national average rent of $1,662/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$1,201/month

Average Rent

559 Sq Ft

Average Size

+1%

Change / Year

24

Available Apartments

Jefferson rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Jefferson average $963 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Jefferson average $1,201 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Jefferson average $1,315 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Jefferson average or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$963/month
405 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,201/month
559 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,315/month
965 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Jefferson, LA?

In the past year, rent has increased by 1%, which averages out to $13 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

July 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Jefferson, LA

July 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Jefferson, LA
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
0% $700 - $1,000/month
75% $1,001 - $1,500/month
25% $1,501 - $2,000/month
0% Above $2,000/month

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Jefferson, LA?

Because the average rent in Jefferson is $1,201, you’ll want to make about $4,003 per month or $48,036 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.

City

Jefferson, LA

24 Available Apartments for Rent

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How does Jefferson, LA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Jefferson, LA to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.

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Apartment Communities in Jefferson We Think You'll Love

Apartments at Andover

Apartments at Andover

2817 Andover St,
Jefferson, LA 70121

1-2 Beds | $1,350 - $1,800

Studio Arms Apartments

Studio Arms Apartments

261 Jules Ave,
Jefferson, LA 70121

1-2 Beds | $1,250 - $1,800

Atrium Apartments

Atrium Apartments

650 Central Ave,
Jefferson, LA 70121

1-2 Beds | $900 - $1,195

333 Betz Ave

333 Betz Ave

333 Betz Ave,
Jefferson, LA 70121

3 Beds | $1,825

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Jefferson?

The average rent in Jefferson is $1,201 per month, which is 27.7% lower than the national average of $1,662.

Are rents going up or down in Jefferson?

Rents in Jefferson, LA are increasing, with prices up 1.0% year-over-year and $13 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Jefferson?

In Jefferson, LA, 75% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Louisiana Jefferson Rental Trends

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 June 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.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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