East Baton Rouge Parish, LA Population Statistics: Density Map Data
Analyze local population trends, population density map, housing costs, and the local economy.
Area Snapshot Statistics
Key statistics on population, economy, housing, and commuting compared to state and national averages. Explore interactive maps for deeper analysis.
Population: density and quick facts
| Metric | East Baton Rouge Parish | Louisiana Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 441,081 | 4,588,640 | 334,821,731 |
| Population density (per sq mi) | 937.8 | 87.6 | 85.8 |
| Population growth (%/yr) | 0.24% | -0.07% | 0.57% |
| Median age | 32.7 | 35.4 | 37.1 |
| Households | 175,387 | 1,781,402 | 128,459,983 |
Population in East Baton Rouge Parish grew by 5.8% from 2009 to 2023, reaching 452,755 in 2023.
Population Growth 2009–2023
Race & Ethnicity
Economy
East Baton Rouge Parish has a the economy index of C, which means it is somewhat prosperous.
| Metric | East Baton Rouge Parish | Louisiana Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $62,869 | $60,029 | $78,145 |
| Income growth (%/yr) | 3.36% | 3.98% | 5.07% |
| Unemployment rate | 7.6% | 6.3% | 5.2% |
The median household income in East Baton Rouge Parish is about 5% higher than in Louisiana.
Housing
| Metric | East Baton Rouge Parish | Louisiana Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home price | $202,099 | $166,764 | $242,182 |
| Median rent | $1,121 | $1,038 | $1,342 |
| Homeownership rate | 59.1% | 67.3% | 65.1% |
The median home price in East Baton Rouge Parish is about 15.0 years' worth of rent — buying at the median price costs roughly as much as paying the median rent of $1,121 per month for that long.
Commute Time & Mobility
Commuters in East Baton Rouge Parish spend about 42 minutes on the road round trip each working day. Over a typical 250-day work year, that adds up to roughly 177 hours, about 7.4 full days, spent commuting.
| Metric | East Baton Rouge Parish | Louisiana Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| One-way commute (min) | 21.2 | 21.3 | 22.5 |
| Round-trip commute (min) | 42.5 | 42.6 | 44.9 |
| Yearly time spent (hours) | 177 | 177 | 187 |
| Estimated yearly cost | $5,487 | $5,502 | $5,803 |
| Work from home | 7.4% | 7.2% | 13.4% |
| Highway traffic (vehicles/day) | 15,507 | 8,275 | 8,813 |
| Local road traffic (vehicles/day) | 2,108 | 1,164 | 1,355 |
Fastest commutes among counties in
Louisiana:
Madison Parish (12.9 min), East Carroll Parish (13.7 min), Lincoln Parish (15.4 min).
Slowest:
East Feliciana Parish (33.1 min), St. Helena Parish (32.3 min), Livingston Parish (32.0 min).
The average commute time in East Baton Rouge Parish is about the same as in Louisiana.
Estimated yearly cost applies a single national wage rule of thumb (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics average hourly earnings), not a measurement of wages in this area. Traffic volume figures come from proprietary Ticon and TrafficZoom data.
Education & Households
East Baton Rouge Parish has a education index of B, which means it is quite educated.
| Metric | East Baton Rouge Parish | Louisiana Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 33.3% | 24.0% | 31.6% |
| Average household size | 2.50 | 2.52 | 2.54 |
Highest education index among counties in
Louisiana:
Orleans Parish (0.3), East Baton Rouge Parish (0.3), St. Tammany Parish (0.3).
Lowest:
East Carroll Parish (0.1), Assumption Parish (0.2), Evangeline Parish (0.2).
Health
East Baton Rouge Parish has a health index of C, which means it is somewhat healthy.
| Metric | East Baton Rouge Parish | Louisiana Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life expectancy (years) | 75.0 | 75.1 | 78.3 |
| Self-rated poor health | 18.7% | 22.3% | 16.3% |
| Smokers | 17.9% | 23.9% | 19.0% |
Highest health index among counties in
Louisiana:
St. Tammany Parish (0.8), Ascension Parish (0.8), Vernon Parish (0.8).
Lowest:
East Carroll Parish (0.7), Madison Parish (0.7), Tensas Parish (0.7).
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana.
What is the population of East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana?
The population of East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana is 441,081, compared to the U.S. total of 334,821,731.
What is the population density of East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana?
The population density of East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana is 937.8 people per square mile, compared to the U.S. average of 85.8 people per square mile.
What is the median household income in East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana?
The median household income in East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana is $62,869, compared to the U.S. median of $78,145.
What is the median home price in East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana?
The median home price in East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana is $202,099, compared to the U.S. median of $242,182.
What is the unemployment rate in East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana?
The unemployment rate in East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana is 7.6%, compared to the U.S. average of 5.2%.