Apartments for rent in Zachary, LA

Zachary is a small city in Louisiana with just under 17,000 residents. Families with children will feel right at home, as kids aged 5-14 account for an above-average percentage of the population, while retirees feature less prominently in the demographics. Overall, the city's population, at an average age of just over 34, is younger than most cities in Louisiana. Renters tend to be in the minority in the area, and 75% of residents own their homes. With an average rent of $1,069/month, exceeding the state average by $184/month, relatively high rent costs may be a contributing factor in the higher levels of ownership.

Zachary has an average commute time of about 31 minutes, slower than the state average of about 25 minutes. Driving is the most common mode of getting to work, opted for by 45% of workers, while public transit is not used. Walking isn't a common way to get to work.

Many Zachary residents work in one of four industries: healthcare, education, retail, and manufacturing. Combined, these industries make up 25% of the city's workforce. Meanwhile, looking at job function, many of the city's workers are in sales, making it the top profession in the city. With an average annual income of around $85K, Zachary workers earn around $25,000 more than the average Louisiana resident. The city's average income also compares favorably to the national average of $73,345. Compared to the Louisiana average, Zachary has a large concentration of residents over the age of 25 with advanced degrees, as 7% possess a Master's degree or a Doctoral degree. In addition, 13% have a Bachelor's degree.