Baton Rouge, LA Bus & Bus Shelter Ads

Advertise across the Louisiana state capital with bus and bus shelter advertising on the Capital Area Transit System (CATS), the primary public transit provider serving Baton Rouge and the surrounding East Baton Rouge Parish. CATS routes connect key destinations throughout the metro, including downtown Baton Rouge, Louisiana State University, Southern University, Baton Rouge General Medical Center, and major commercial corridors along Florida Boulevard and Airline Highway. Bus shelter advertising extends brand visibility to high-traffic stop locations throughout the city, reaching both riders and vehicle traffic passing by. Together, bus exterior and shelter advertising on CATS provide broad, consistent coverage across one of Louisiana's largest and most economically significant markets.

Baton Rouge, LA Bus Advertising Data

No. of Buses in Fleet 80 (approx.)
Monthly Ridership 500,000 (approx.)
DMA No. 95
Race Black 45%
White 44%
Hispanic 5%
Asian 4%
Other 2%
Median Income $55,000
Median Age 33
Zip Codes 70801, 70802, 70803, 70805, 70806, 70807, 70808, 70809, 70810, 70811, 70812, 70814, 70815, 70816, 70817, 70818, 70819, 70820

Baton Rouge, LA Bus Advertising Rates

(Average per display per 4 weeks.)

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Bus Exterior $400 - $6,000
Bus Interior $45 - $65
Bus Stop Shelter $450 - $650

Map of Baton Rouge, LA Bus Routes

FAQ

Who does CATS bus advertising reach in Baton Rouge?

CATS serves a broad cross-section of the Baton Rouge metro, including state government employees commuting to the Capitol complex, students from Louisiana State University and Southern University, healthcare workers, and residents throughout East Baton Rouge Parish. The system's ridership reflects the city's diverse and growing population, making bus advertising on CATS an effective vehicle for brands targeting both working adults and the student community in one of Louisiana's largest markets.

What is the difference between bus exterior ads and bus shelter ads in Baton Rouge?

Bus exterior ads travel the full CATS route network, generating moving impressions from pedestrians and drivers throughout the metro as buses pass by. Bus shelter ads are fixed placements at covered stop locations, delivering repeated exposure to waiting riders and passing vehicle traffic at specific, high-traffic intersections. The two formats complement each other well — exterior ads build broad awareness across the city while shelter ads create deeper impressions at key locations.

Is Baton Rouge a good market for transit advertising?

Baton Rouge is Louisiana's state capital and a major hub for government, petrochemical, healthcare, and higher education. Its population of over 450,000 in the metro area, anchored by major employers like ExxonMobil, Turner Industries, and the State of Louisiana, supports a strong consumer market. Transit advertising through CATS offers cost-effective access to this audience and is particularly well-suited for advertisers in healthcare, financial services, education, and consumer goods seeking consistent visibility across the Baton Rouge DMA.

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