Baton Rouge

LA

East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana

Population 453K |Median income $63,071

Population
452,938
East Baton Rouge Parish
Median Income
$63,071
-7% vs avg
Median Home Value
$248,800
+9% vs avg
Median Age
34.1
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
453K+2%
Median Income
$63,071+30%
Median Home Value
$248,800+50%
Poverty Rate
19.6%+2%
Unemployment
7.7%-6%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,147/mo
Poverty Rate
19.6% +38% vs avg
Unemployment 7.7%
Bachelor's Degree+ 38.5%
Work From Home 8.6%
Public Transit 1%

Population

African American 43.7%
White 42.4%
Two or More Ethnicities 3.7%
Asian 3.3%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
41.9%
High Blood Pressure
40.3%
Obesity
35.3%
Physical Inactivity
24.6%
Frequent Mental Distress
18.8%
Binge Drinking
16.9%
Current Smoking
14%
Diabetes
13.9%
Frequent Physical Distress
13.2%
Current Asthma
10.3%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 81.8%
Dental Visit 60.1%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
7.6%
Coronary Heart Disease
6.3%
Stroke
3.8%

Alerts & News — Baton Rouge Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Waters from Pensacola to Pascagoula Until 7:30 AM CDT

NOAA · 35m ago
Earthquakes

M 3.1 Earthquake Recorded 138 km SW of Nikolski, Alaska

USGS · 1h ago
Weather Alerts

Blowing Snow Advisory Issued for Cartwright, Black Tickle, and Lodge Bay Regions

ECCC · 1h ago
Weather Warnings

Coastal Hazard Warning Issued for Peninsula and Gulf Country Districts as Tropical Cyclone Narelle Approaches

BOM · 1h ago
Weather Warnings high

Minor Flood Warning Issued for Herbert River Catchment in North Queensland

BOM · 1h ago
Weather Warnings high

Moderate Flood Warning Issued for Tully and Murray Rivers; Moderate Flooding Possible at Euramo

BOM · 1h ago

Frequently Asked Questions 5

What is the population of Baton Rouge, LA? ▼
Baton Rouge, LA has a population of 452,938 people, located in East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana.
What is the median household income in Baton Rouge? ▼
The median household income in Baton Rouge, LA is $63,071 per year. The poverty rate is 19.6%.
What is the median home value in Baton Rouge? ▼
The median home value in Baton Rouge, LA is $248,800. Median rent is $1,147/month.
What are the top health concerns in Baton Rouge? ▼
The top health indicators in Baton Rouge include Short Sleep Duration (41.9%), High Blood Pressure (40.3%), Obesity (35.3%). Data from CDC PLACES.
What is the median age in Baton Rouge? ▼
The median age in Baton Rouge, LA is 34.1 years. 38.5% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Baton Rouge, LA is located in East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana. With a population of 453K and a median household income of $63,071, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and high blood pressure. Safety alerts for the Baton Rouge area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (East Baton Rouge Parish) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.