Investor-grade market analytics for Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Data from Zillow ZHVI, FRED, Census ACS, and FEMA NRI. Data through August 2026.
$248,895
+2.6% year-over-year
6.7%
gross annual
+2.6%
base case (Zillow ZHVF)
+2.6% year-over-year
32/100
LowNet migration: Bottom 7% nationally
In-migrants avg $53,026 AGI vs out-migrants $57,735
Opportunity Zone Market
19 ZIP codes in Baton Rouge are designated Qualified Opportunity Zones (IRC 1400Z-2), eligible for capital gains tax deferral on qualifying investments. Learn more →
Baton Rouge, LA shows steady growth at 2.6% year-over-year appreciation, reflecting balanced market conditions with moderate demand. Affordability remains favorable with a price-to-income ratio of 3.61x, below the national average of 4.8x. Climate risk remains low (32/100), favorable for long-term investment stability. Rental yield of 6.67% is strong, making this market attractive for buy-and-hold investors.
12-month projection (Zillow ZHVF model)
Baton Rouge, LA's primary climate exposure is tornadoes (58/100). The composite climate risk score of 32/100 (Low) indicates overall risk reflecting favorable conditions for long-term real estate investment. This market benefits from relatively low natural hazard exposure compared to coastal and wildfire-prone regions.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index
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