Living in West Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana

West Baton Rouge Parish is a county in Louisiana with a population of around 25,490, part of the Baton Rouge, LA MSA metro area. The main communities are Addis.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $884/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $242K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.9%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings warm winters (highs around 65°F) and hot summers (highs around 89°F). The coast is 1-3 hours. Natural hazard risks include hurricane risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

West Baton Rouge Parish has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 36 and a predominantly working-class population (22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes competitive.