CITY · LA

What county is Baton Rouge, LA in?

Baton Rouge, LA is mostly in East Baton Rouge Parish. County FIPS code 22033, population 448,467 (2023 estimate).

County details

City: Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Primary county: East Baton Rouge Parish
FIPS code: 22033
County population: 448,467

Some cities extend into more than one county. Baton Rouge is placed in the county that contains its center. For a specific address, use the address lookup.

Questions

What county is Baton Rouge in?

Baton Rouge, LA is mostly in East Baton Rouge Parish.

What is the county seat of East Baton Rouge Parish?

County seats are not part of the data on this site. Check the county’s official website.

Can a city be in two counties?

Yes. Large cities such as Houston and Atlanta cross county lines. The address lookup shows the exact county for any street address.

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau geographic reference files; FCC Area API; Census Bureau Population Estimates, Vintage 2023. Last reviewed 2026-10-27.