Baton Rouge city, LA — Population & Demographics
Baton Rouge city, LA has a population of 223,699. The median household income is $49,944 and the median age is 31.8.
223,699
Population
$49,944
Median Income
$224,500
Median Home Value
31.8
Median Age
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 36.2% |
| Black or African American | 51.0% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.9% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$49,944
Median Household Income
$33,415
Per Capita Income
18.6%
Poverty Rate
5.5%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$224,500
Median Home Value
$1,044
Median Rent
46.9%
Owner-Occupied
Education
87.5%
High School+
35.8%
Bachelor's+
Commute
1.5%
Drive Alone
7.1%
Work From Home
21.1 min
Avg Commute
Frequently Asked Questions
Baton Rouge city, LA has a population of 223,699 according to Census ACS 2023 data.
The median household income in Baton Rouge city, LA is $49,944, with 18.6% living below the poverty level.
The median home value in Baton Rouge city, LA is $224,500, with median rent at $1,044.
Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.