Shreveport-Bossier City, LA Metro Area

Shreveport-Bossier City, LA · Metro Area

386,819Population

A metropolitan statistical area of 3 counties (2 central, 1 outlying), part of the Shreveport-Bossier City-Minden, LA combined area. The counties are tied together by commuting: people live in one and work in another.

Median household income: $55,925
Median home value: $191,600
Land area: 2,592 sq mi

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Counties in this metro area

Central counties hold the urban core; outlying counties are linked to it by commuting.

County	Role	Population	Median income	Median home value
Caddo Parish, LA	Central	230,004	$50,705	$175,700
Bossier Parish, LA	Central	129,789	$69,617	$227,200
De Soto Parish, LA	Outlying	27,026	$48,578	$154,900

Largest cities and towns

28 places in our city pages lie in this area; the 25 largest are shown.

Place	Type	Population	Median income
Shreveport, LA	City	180,982	$48,699
Bossier City, LA	City	62,901	$55,819
Red Chute, LA	CDP	6,526	$86,124
Mansfield, LA	City	4,619	$33,844
Haughton, LA	Town	4,485	$51,932
Eastwood, LA	CDP	4,440	$80,603
Blanchard, LA	Town	3,437	$75,069
Greenwood, LA	Town	3,110	$64,063
Vivian, LA	Town	2,975	$22,237
Benton, LA	Town	2,548	$58,143
Stonewall, LA	Town	2,392	$56,557
Logansport, LA	Town	1,439	$32,404
Oil City, LA	Town	1,184	$21,325
Plain Dealing, LA	Town	929	$48,894
Lakeview, LA	CDP	781	$59,333
Mooringsport, LA	Town	688	$21,989
South Mansfield, LA	Village	475	$15,417
Hosston, LA	Village	333	$80,625
Frierson, LA	CDP	298	—
Ida, LA	Village	254	$59,063
Grand Cane, LA	Village	227	$112,500
Belcher, LA	Village	204	$90,000
Rodessa, LA	Village	173	$33,750
Keachi, LA	Town	168	$53,125
Longstreet, LA	Village	160	$78,750

Also in the Shreveport-Bossier City-Minden, LA combined area

Minden, LA · micro · 35,820

Demographic Rates

Poverty Rate

20.2%

Unemployment

7.6%

College Educated

26.1%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1701, S2301, S1501

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B02001, B03003

Income Profile

Median Household Income

$55,925

Mean Household Income

$82,202

Income Distribution

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S1902, S1903, B19013, B19113

Sex Distribution

Male

48.2%

Female

51.8%

Population Split

Male48.2%

Female51.8%

The sex distribution of a population provides insight into the demographic balance of a community. Significant skews in this ratio can be influenced by local industries (e.g., military bases, mining, or tech hubs), educational institutions, or migration patterns. Understanding this balance is essential for planning public health initiatives and social services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Ancestry

English8.9%

Irish6.3%

German5.7%

Mexican3.4%

French2.3%

Italian1.7%

Scottish1.7%

African0.8%

Polish0.3%

Reported ancestry groups representing the cultural heritage of the population. Percentages may not sum to 100% as residents may report multiple ancestries or none.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B04006

Immigration & Nativity

Nativity Status

3.0%Foreign Born

97.0%Native Born

Citizenship Status

Naturalized46.3%

Non-Citizen53.7%

Period of Entry

2010 or Later45.5%

Before 201054.5%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B05001, B05002

Housing Characteristics

Total Housing Units

182,052

Median Rent

$1,014/mo

Median Home Value

$191,600

Median Year Built

1980

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table DP04

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled

94,412

College Enrollment

17.5%

High School

23.5%

College Educated

26.1%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1401, S1501

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time

21.7 min

Drive Alone Rate

81.4%

Public Transit

0.9%

Work From Home

6.8%

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0801, B08141

Age Distribution

Under 18

24.0%

18-34 Years

21.2%

35-64 Years

37.1%

65+ Years

17.7%

Population Composition

Under 1824.0%

18-3421.2%

35-6437.1%

65+17.7%

The age distribution of a community impacts local services, school requirements, and the labor market. A higher percentage of youth suggests a need for schools and family services, while a larger senior population may indicate a retirement destination or a need for healthcare services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Household Composition

Married Couples

38.2%

Single Parent

9.0%

Living Alone

34.5%

Avg Size

2.41

Household Types

Married Couples38.2%

Single Parent9.0%

Living Alone34.5%

Household composition offers insights into the social fabric of a community. A high percentage of married couples often correlates with stability and higher household incomes, while a significant number of single-person households may indicate a younger transient population or an aging community.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1101

Economic Profile

Per Capita Income

$34,556

SNAP Usage

17.9%

Health Insurance

92.0%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k24.1%

$25k - $50k21.2%

$50k - $100k28.0%

$100k+26.7%

Key Industries

Manufacturing

5.9%

Retail Trade

12.1%

Education & Health Care

27.3%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S2201, DP03

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

17.8%With Disability

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with a disability.

Health Insurance Coverage

92.0%With Coverage

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with health insurance coverage.

Why this matters: High disability rates may indicate a need for accessible infrastructure and specialized healthcare services. Health insurance coverage is a key indicator of a community's access to preventative care and financial resilience against medical emergencies.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1810, S2701

Technology Access

Broadband Internet

85.3%vs ~90% National Avg

Computer Ownership

93.2%vs ~95% National Avg

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S2801

Cost of Living & Housing

Cost of Living Scale

Lower is better

84.8

0130

Below average< 97

Near average97 - 103

Above average> 103

Prices compared with the US average (100). 105 means about 5% more expensive than average.

Housing Affordability

Higher is better

158.1

0200

Hard to Afford< 80

Moderate80 - 100

Affordable> 100

100 means a family earning the median family income just qualifies to buy the median-value home (20% down, 30-year loan at 6.72%).

Source: BEA Regional Price Parities · NAR affordability formula with Census ACS 2020–2024 incomes and home values and the Freddie Mac 30-year rate (2024)

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