Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 1.33 |
| Below Poverty | 18.0% ▲ 80% above avg |
| College Grads | 45.6% ▲ 18% above avg |
| Unemployment | 8.0% ▲ 63% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 3,804 (1.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 68,736 (26.5%) |
| Some College | 24,614 (9.5%) |
| Associates | 44,444 (17.1%) |
| Bachelors | 16,440 (6.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 101,366 (39.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $65,695 ▼ 14% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $249,816 ▼ 10% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,166/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 204,862 |
| Vacant Units | 30,111 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
East Baton Rouge Parish County is located in Louisiana and encompasses 47 ZIP codes spanning 5 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 451,261 residents. With a median age of 34.65, it is a relatively young county.
East Baton Rouge Parish County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $65,694 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 8.0%, significantly above the national average. The poverty rate of 18.0% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in East Baton Rouge Parish County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $249,816 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,166.
The residents of East Baton Rouge Parish County are racially diverse, with Black as the largest group at 44.2%. Educational attainment is well-educated — 45.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average.
East Baton Rouge Parish County, LA is a solidly middle-class area in Louisiana. The 47 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 70714 | Baker | 17,449 | $60,333 | $158,800 | $1,026 | 11.6% | 30.5% |
| 70801 | Baton Rouge | 243 | $112,787 | — | $1,679 | 0.0% | 67.9% |
| 70802 | Baton Rouge | 23,964 | $34,082 | $105,100 | $935 | 11.4% | 31.7% |
| 70805 | Baton Rouge | 24,145 | $26,301 | $103,100 | $833 | 16.2% | 16.8% |
| 70806 | Baton Rouge | 28,551 | $53,430 | $321,400 | $1,014 | 9.0% | 47.2% |
| 70807 | Baton Rouge | 15,574 | $27,064 | $113,800 | $917 | 12.4% | 23.3% |
| 70808 | Baton Rouge | 36,513 | $69,078 | $392,600 | $1,283 | 4.5% | 68.6% |
| 70809 | Baton Rouge | 25,649 | $81,310 | $305,900 | $1,336 | 2.5% | 63.3% |
| 70810 | Baton Rouge | 42,585 | $93,712 | $353,100 | $1,406 | 5.4% | 59.9% |
| 70811 | Baton Rouge | 13,178 | $41,195 | $161,900 | $876 | 10.4% | 29.5% |
| 70812 | Baton Rouge | 11,124 | $41,402 | $124,300 | $1,180 | 24.9% | 25.5% |
| 70814 | Baton Rouge | 11,424 | $53,280 | $181,600 | $1,064 | 8.7% | 24.5% |
| 70815 | Baton Rouge | 31,924 | $55,804 | $213,100 | $984 | 10.3% | 39.6% |
| 70816 | Baton Rouge | 45,207 | $65,894 | $232,300 | $1,155 | 7.5% | 43.5% |
| 70817 | Baton Rouge | 33,237 | $102,878 | $288,400 | $1,363 | 6.3% | 54.8% |
| 70818 | Baton Rouge | 10,403 | $77,262 | $255,800 | $1,353 | 1.2% | 42.3% |
| 70819 | Baton Rouge | 4,781 | $77,150 | $167,900 | $1,228 | 4.2% | 38.3% |
| 70820 | Baton Rouge | 22,397 | $47,556 | $293,900 | $1,057 | 4.2% | 61.1% |
| 70836 | Baton Rouge | 546 | $57,697 | — | $1,416 | 0.0% | 60.3% |
| 70739 | Greenwell Springs | 13,714 | $105,969 | $295,700 | $1,403 | 1.2% | 36.5% |
| 70770 | Pride | 3,279 | $89,097 | $173,500 | — | 2.0% | 26.9% |
| 70791 | Zachary | 30,097 | $80,243 | $269,800 | $1,389 | 8.0% | 47.0% |