Apartments for rent in Minden, LA

The small city of Minden, Louisiana is home to slightly more than 12,000 people. Retirees make up a greater percentage of the population (18%) here than nationally (14%). Most Minden residents own their homes, and 42% of residents rent. Renting remains an affordable option, though, as the city boasts a relatively low average rent of $724/month. Over the course of a year, renters in Minden will save around $1,900 compared to the state average.

Minden has a high number of residents older than 25 who have a high school degree or GED (26%) compared to the national average. In addition, 7% possess a Bachelor's degree and 4% have a Master's degree or Doctorate. Six percent of the population in Minden works in healthcare, making it the most common industry. Meanwhile, looking at job function, many residents work in sales, as 6% of the city's population reports this as their field of work, the highest number of any career path. With an average annual income of just over $39,000, Minden workers earn less than the average Louisiana resident. The city's average income also falls below the national average ($73,345).

Averaging about 22 minutes, Minden's commute time outperforms the state average of about 25 minutes. Driving a car or truck is the typical way to get to work, opted for by 36% of residents, while public transit is not used extensively. Walking isn't a common means of commuting to work.