Get to know Baton Rouge, Louisiana: the local stories, neighborhoods, food and places that connect this city to the wider American story.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey, 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Census area: Baton Rouge city, Louisiana.
Figures describe a five-year period. Home value is owner-reported value, not a current sale price. Margins of error use a 90% confidence level. Figures refresh automatically when a new release is available.
Population: B01003. Household income: B19013. Owner-occupied home value: B25077. Gross monthly rent: B25064. Households and homeownership: B25003. Homeownership equals owner-occupied units divided by all occupied units; this calculated percentage has sampling uncertainty.
Data verified September 27, 2026. View this city’s household income table ↗
The markets, tables and traditions that tell a place’s story.
02Architecture, landmarks and the people behind them.
03Open spaces, scenic routes and time well spent outside.
04The teams, venues and local rituals that bring people together.
Explore Louisiana through selected American Beautiful stories, with links to the full guides and practical steps for planning your next trip.
Top Spring Destinations in America to Visit Spring is a magical time of year when nature blooms in a riot of colors, temperatures rise…
Great Places To Visit in Louisiana Louisiana, nestled in the Deep South of the United States, is a state steeped in a rich cocktail…
Discover the Unique Charms of Louisiana: From Jazz to Cajun Cuisine Louisiana, also known as the Bayou State and the Pelican State, is…