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Belcher, LA

Louisiana · Caddo Parish · Shreveport-Bossier City Metro

Belcher is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 261. Residents earn $80,500 per year, which is 7% above the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.4 /5.0
B Good
261 Population 166/sq mi density
$80,500 Median Income $35,628 per capita
$170,300 Home Value $155,629 Zillow
$1,078 Median Rent 17.5% income on rent
65°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
199 Violent Crime/100K 1,493 property/100K
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$80,500 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$170,300 home value, $1,078/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
199 violent crimes/100K (48% below avg)
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
25.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $80,500
7% higher than US avg
Home Value $170,300
40% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 199/100K
48% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.8%
23% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,078
7% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.3%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.2%
50% lower than US avg

How Belcher Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population261
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density166/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Veterans4.6%

Economy

A+
Median Income$80,500
Per Capita$35,628
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty6.2%
County GDP$17,943M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$170,300
Rent$1,078
Ownership81.4%
Zillow$155,629
Housing Units116
Rent Burden17.5%

Crime

F
Violent199/100K
Property1,493/100K

Health

Obesity34.3%
Uninsured5.9%
Smoking13.2%
Depression28.7%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (19°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain50.8 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation185 ft (56 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.8%
High School+95.6%
Graduate+7.5%
School Score4.05

Community

2024 VoteR 47% / D 52%
Commute31 min
Broadband75.5%
EV Stations1
Libraries22

Is Belcher a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Belcher receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Belcher offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Belcher is $80,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. Only 6.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Belcher is $170,300, 40% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,078 per month. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Belcher is below the national average at 199 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,493 per 100,000, 24% below the national average.

Education

25.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.6% have completed high school. School test scores average 4/10, below typical benchmarks.

Climate & Weather

Belcher enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 50.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Belcher has a population of 261 with a density of 166 people per square mile, spread across 1.6 square miles. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 53.3% female and 46.7% male. The city is predominantly White (82.8%), with 2.7% Hispanic, 14.6% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 99.6% of residents. 4.6% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 18.2% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 88.4% have health insurance coverage.

Population

261
Total Population
166
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.7%
Female 53.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Belcher vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 99.6%
27% above US avg
Spanish 0.4%
97% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Belcher vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Belcher is $80,500, which is 7% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,628. The average weekly wage is $1,112, 22% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 7,917 business establishments, including 523 restaurants. The cost of living index is 88.2, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes. 3.8% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Belcher vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$80,500
7% above US avg
Per Capita Income$35,628
Avg Weekly Wage$1,112
IRS Avg AGI$73,401
Gini Index0.524 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.2%
50% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,917
County GDP$17,943M

Business (County)

Restaurants523
Healthcare857
Retail802
Manufacturing151

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,208
20% above US avg
Cost of Living88.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.47%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.5 min
Drive Alone86.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Belcher is $170,300, 40% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $155,629. Monthly rent averages $1,078 (7% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $832 for a one-bedroom to $1,007 for a two-bedroom apartment. 81.4% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 116 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1975. The average annual property tax is $4,208 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 17.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.1x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$170,300
40% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$155,629

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,078
7% below US avg
Rent Burden17.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$763
1 Bedroom$832
2 Bedrooms$1,007
3 Bedrooms$1,298
4 Bedrooms$1,508

Ownership & Property

Homeownership81.4%
Owner-Occupied81.4%
Renter-Occupied18.6%
Housing Units116
Median Year Built1975

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,208
20% above US avg
Effective Rate2.47%
In Belcher, 34.3% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.6% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.2% of residents. 34.1% have high blood pressure. 13.2% are current smokers. 20.2% report binge drinking. 21.7% are physically inactive. 28.7% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.2% experience frequent mental distress. 5.9% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:796. The dentist ratio is 1:1,157. 83.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.2 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Belcher vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.3%
7% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure34.1%
Asthma9.7%
COPD5.6%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.2%
6% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.2%
Physical Inactivity21.7%
Depression28.7%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress12.1%
Short Sleep32.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.4%
Uninsured5.9%
31% below US avg
Primary Care1:796
Dentists1:1,157
Mental Health1:127
Checkup Rate80.6%
Dental Visits66.3%
Premature Death14,193/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.2/10
Exercise Access83.1%
Healthcare Facilities857
Belcher has a violent crime rate of 199 per 100,000 residents, 48% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,493 per 100,000, 24% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 46 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Belcher receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Belcher vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent199.0/100K
48% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property1,492.5/100K
24% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46
Traffic Accidents26
Avg Accident Severity2.1 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Belcher enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 304 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 50.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 185 feet.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average65.3°F
21% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Geography

Elevation185 ft (56 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²)
Population Density166/sq mi
Coordinates32.7522°N, 93.8372°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyCaddo Parish County
Nearest AirportShreveport Regional (SHV)
21 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 50.8"
34% above US avg
Snowfall 0.1"
Wettest Month (May) 4.72"
Driest Month (Aug) 2.95"

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0445 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)9.5 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Moderate
Risk Score92.6 / 100
Social Vulnerability84.8 / 100
Community Resilience65.5 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Moderate
Hurricane Relatively Moderate
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Moderate
Hail Relatively High
Strong Wind Very High
Heat Wave Relatively High
Winter Weather Relatively High
Lightning Very High
Ice Storm Very High
Drought Relatively High
Cold Wave Relatively High
Landslide Relatively Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

38 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M3.2 on Aug 22, 2025.

May 17, 2012 3 km NE of Timpson, Texas M4.8 105 km
Sep 2, 2013 3 km WNW of Timpson, Texas M4.3 109 km
Sep 2, 2013 14 km WNW of Timpson, Texas M4.2 109 km
Jan 25, 2013 11 km SE of Timpson, Texas M4.1 110 km
May 10, 2012 9 km NW of Timpson, Texas M3.9 106 km
Jan 27, 2024 4 km SSW of Hall Summit, Louisiana M3.6 83 km
Jan 18, 2025 0 km WSW of Mooringsport, Louisiana M3.5 15 km
Jan 20, 2019 7 km SSW of San Augustine, Texas M3.3 145 km
Jun 10, 1994 4 km E of Junction City, Arkansas M3.2 113 km
Apr 16, 2021 8 km WNW of Blanchard, Louisiana M3.2 22 km
Aug 22, 2025 5 km WSW of Huxley, Texas M3.2 112 km
May 16, 2007 5 km SW of Calion, Arkansas M3.0 132 km
Apr 1, 2021 7 km W of Blanchard, Louisiana M3.0 22 km
Aug 21, 2025 8 km W of Huxley, Texas M3.0 111 km
Jan 6, 2025 4 km ESE of Mooringsport, Louisiana M3.0 12 km
Mar 3, 2001 2 km SSE of El Dorado, Arkansas M3.0 120 km
May 31, 2013 7 km SE of Timpson, Texas M2.9 110 km
Jan 29, 2013 4 km S of Timpson, Texas M2.8 111 km
Jan 9, 2024 1 km S of Edgefield, Louisiana M2.8 93 km
Jan 11, 2024 6 km SSW of Hall Summit, Louisiana M2.8 86 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

4 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Laura (2020, Cat 3).

Year Name Category Closest
2020 Laura Category 3 109 km
2008 Ike Category 2 239 km
2007 Humberto Category 1 274 km
2005 Rita Category 1 252 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

692 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 57 fatalities, 735 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 3, 1999 EF4 25 km 7
Dec 3, 1978 EF4 29 km 2
Dec 19, 1957 EF4 86 km 2
Feb 12, 1950 EF4 88 km 18
Nov 4, 2022 EF3 92 km 0
Nov 4, 2022 EF3 96 km 1
Jan 20, 2010 EF3 43 km 0
Apr 9, 2009 EF3 37 km 0
Apr 23, 2000 EF3 94 km 0
Apr 23, 2000 EF3 41 km 0
Apr 23, 2000 EF3 61 km 0
May 4, 1999 EF3 80 km 0
Apr 3, 1999 EF3 91 km 0
Apr 3, 1999 EF3 73 km 0
Apr 3, 1999 EF3 91 km 0
Nov 3, 1992 EF3 77 km 0
Jun 7, 1989 EF3 98 km 0
Nov 15, 1987 EF3 74 km 0
Apr 23, 1985 EF3 28 km 0
May 2, 1984 EF3 55 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: NORTHEAST TEXAS FIRE COMPLEX (41,645 ac, 2011).

Year Name Acres Distance
2011 NORTHEAST TEXAS FIRE COMPLEX 41,645 58 km
2022 TXCLR-FY22-RX-W 3,288 30 km
2011 DIANA 2,863 90 km
2022 CANEY C 11-14 2,323 86 km
2011 592 2,278 24 km
2011 PETERS CHAPEL 2,072 41 km
2021 UNNAMED 1,756 55 km
2014 UNNAMED 1,618 81 km
2014 UNNAMED 1,614 97 km
2011 MARSHALL 1,583 45 km
2018 C-25 26 27 1,565 57 km
2018 MIDDLEFORK UNIT 1,514 81 km
2011 RELEASE 1,398 25 km
2004 UNNAMED 1,358 56 km
1998 UNNAMED 1,317 24 km
2017 UNNAMED 1,199 53 km
2022 C-24 28 1,161 50 km
2011 UNNAMED 1,046 15 km
2018 C-28 882 53 km
2004 BUSSEY 795 61 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 46°F (8°C) 4.1 in Coldest
February 49°F (9°C) 4.1 in
March 56°F (13°C) 4.4 in
April 63°F (17°C) 4.3 in
May 71°F (22°C) 4.7 in Wettest
June 78°F (26°C) 4.7 in
July 84°F (29°C) 3.5 in Warmest
August 81°F (27°C) 3.0 in Driest
September 76°F (24°C) 3.2 in
October 65°F (18°C) 4.3 in
November 55°F (13°C) 4.7 in
December 47°F (8°C) 4.5 in

Belcher has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 46°F in January to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 49.4 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.7") and August the driest (3.0").

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Belcher is located in Caddo Parish County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 25.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 23% below the national average of 33.7%. 95.6% have completed high school. 7.5% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 51.6% of the vote, a 4.6-point margin. 75.5% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 22 public libraries serving the community. 857 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 86.8% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 47%
D 51.6%

Winner: Democrat by 4.6 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46
Traffic Accidents26
Avg Accident Severity2.1 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.8%
23% below US avg
High School+95.6%
Graduate Degree+7.5%
School Test Score4.05
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density166/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi
CountyCaddo Parish County

Services

Broadband Access75.5%
Avg Download Speed124.2 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed12.6 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries22
Healthcare Facilities857
Restaurants523
Retail Stores802

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.5 min
Drive Alone86.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.8%
Average costs for common services in Belcher. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $221 ($132–$353)
Specialist Visit $309 ($176–$485)
Urgent Care Visit $176 ($88–$309)
Emergency Room Visit $1,940 ($706–$4,410)
Dental Cleaning $115 ($66–$176)
Dental Filling $221 ($132–$353)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $40 ($22–$66)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $66 ($44–$106)
Brake Pad Replacement $265 ($132–$441)
Tire Rotation $35 ($18–$66)
New Tires (Set of 4) $529 ($353–$882)
Battery Replacement $176 ($88–$309)
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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $88 ($53–$132)
Electrician (Per Hour) $79 ($44–$123)
HVAC Repair $353 ($132–$706)
HVAC System Install $6,174 ($3,528–$10,584)
Roof Repair $882 ($353–$1,764)
Roof Replacement $7,938 ($4,851–$13,230)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,323 ($441–$3,087)
Divorce (Contested) $13,230 ($4,410–$26,460)
DUI Defense $4,410 ($1,764–$8,820)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,323 ($706–$2,646)
Will Preparation $441 ($176–$882)
Trust Preparation $2,205 ($882–$4,410)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $22 ($13–$40)
Women's Haircut $49 ($26–$88)
Hair Coloring (Full) $132 ($66–$221)
Manicure $22 ($13–$40)
Pedicure $35 ($22–$57)
Massage (1 Hour) $71 ($44–$115)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.62 ($2.65–$4.85)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.09 ($2.21–$4.41)
Loaf of Bread $3.35 ($2.21–$4.85)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $3.97 ($2.65–$5.73)
Ground Beef (per lb) $4.85 ($3.53–$6.62)
Rice (per lb) $0.88 ($0.53–$1.59)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $123 ($71–$221)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $62 ($26–$132)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $62 ($35–$106)
Internet (Monthly) $62 ($35–$88)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $57 ($26–$88)
Cable TV (Monthly) $75 ($44–$132)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $176 ($66–$441)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,764 ($1,058–$3,087)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $62 ($26–$115)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $13 ($7.06–$22)
Car Registration (Annual) $88 ($26–$221)
Driver's License Renewal $26 ($13–$66)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,058 ($529–$2,205)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $882 ($441–$1,764)
After-School Care (Monthly) $353 ($176–$617)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $44 ($22–$88)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $882 ($353–$2,205)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $11,025 ($4,410–$26,460)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $53 ($26–$88)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $88 ($44–$176)
Dog Grooming $53 ($26–$88)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $35 ($18–$66)
Dog Spay/Neuter $265 ($132–$441)
Cat Spay/Neuter $176 ($88–$353)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$680
Toddler$657
Preschool$635
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$593
Toddler$593
Preschool$597
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Caddo Parish

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance 24,350 1,000 $64,550 1.57
Retail Trade 12,255 968 $35,940 1.13
Accommodation & Food Services 10,125 620 $22,714 1.03
Manufacturing 6,599 214 $71,202 0.74
Administrative & Waste Services 6,084 497 $37,566 0.95
Construction 4,901 629 $63,065 0.86
Wholesale Trade 4,509 438 $74,882 1.06
Professional & Technical Services 4,138 940 $73,506 0.55
Transportation & Warehousing 3,411 287 $64,517 0.74
Other Services 2,740 651 $41,973 0.84
Finance & Insurance 2,497 518 $85,519 0.57
Mining & Oil/Gas 2,010 164 $101,054 4.91
Real Estate 1,925 366 $53,284 1.15
Arts & Entertainment 1,533 100 $31,440 0.84
Educational Services 1,421 96 $37,452 0.63
Information & Technology 1,206 119 $64,797 0.59
Management of Companies 562 69 $87,982 0.31
Utilities 466 28 $107,493 1.13
Agriculture & Forestry 150 37 $64,576 0.17
Unclassified 5 3 $53,412 0.03

Schools in Belcher

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Herndon Magnet School Elementary 712 43 16.6:1
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Radio Stations near Belcher

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Caddo Country MP3 128 kbps

National Parks Near Belcher

12 national parks and monuments found near Belcher.

ParkTypeFee
Big Cypress State Park State Park Free
C. Bickham Dickson Park - In Bossier Ph. State Park Free
Caddo Lake State Park State Park Free
Daingerfield State Park State Park Free
Lake Bistineau State Park State Park Free
Lake Claiborne State Park State Park Free
Logoly State Park State Park Free
Martin Creek Lake State Park State Park Free
Millwood State Park State Park Free
Poison Springs State Park State Park Free
President William Jefferson Clinton Birthplace Home National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
White Oak Lake State Park State Park Free

Museums in Belcher

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
SCI-PORT: LOUISIANA'S SCIENCE CENTERSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM820 CLYDE FANT PARKWAY3184243466$3,166,733
MULTICULTURAL CENTER OF SOUTHGENERAL MUSEUM401 TEXAS ST3186738248$319,826
GARDEN OF ANGELSHISTORIC PRESERVATION$2,324
8TH AIR FORCE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
ARK-LA-TEX ANTIQUE AND CLASSIC VEHICLE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM3182220227
CADDO PINE ISLAND OIL HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION200 S LAND AVE3189956845
CYPRESS BLACK BAYOU ZOOLOGICAL ASSOCIATION GARDENZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION
DAYNA AND RONALD L. SAWYER SPACE DOME PLANETARIUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM820 CLYDE FANT PARKWAY
DONNA SERVICE ART GALLERYART MUSEUM
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF NORTH CADDOHISTORIC PRESERVATION
KREWE OF GEMINI MARDI GRAS MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM2101 E TEXAS ST3187419264
MCNEILL STREET PUMPING STATION PRESERVATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION3182213388
RED RIVER CROSSROADS HISTORICAL ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION
SHREVEPORT WATER WORKS MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM3182213388
SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY MUSEUM OF ART AT SHREVEPORTART MUSEUM
STAGE-STARS MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM3182209434
TEX MARDI GRAS MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM2101 E TEXAS ST3182182865
TOUCHSTONE WESLEYGENERAL MUSEUM3187465792
TOUCHSTONE WILDLIFE AND ARTZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION3189492323

Libraries in Belcher

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
SHREVE MEMORIAL424 TEXAS STREET0.01,353,408
BOSSIER PARISH2206 BECKETT STREET0.0473,379

Farmers Markets in Belcher

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Benton Farmers' Market495 Simpson05/31/2015 to 07/26/2015Sun: 12:00 PM-4:00 PM;Visit
Haughton Market & Artisan FairHighway 80 East in Haughton08/09/2014 to 08/09/2014Sat: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM;
Shreveport Farmers' Market101 Crockett St.06/02/2018 to 08/18/2018Sat: 7:00 AM-12:00 PM;Visit

Breweries in Belcher

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
FumblebrewskiBrewery3142 N Market St

Cell Towers in Belcher

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
15215 Old Atlanta RoadTOWER412
7937 KSLA ROAD (9169)GTOWER312
16401 DINK WILLIAMS ROAD (9114)GTOWER148
6585 HIGHWAY 1 NORTHTOWER132
1005 Old Plain Dealing RoadTOWER126
500' SW OF THE INTERSECTION OF LA 02 AND LA 157, APPROX. 1 MILE EAST OFTOWER125
2859 Bradford Road (9132)GTOWER122
19437 HWY 157 (79235)GTOWER107
14811 HIGHWAY 1 (9168)LTOWER61

Bridges in Belcher

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous201360053,023G
CulvertConcrete20133729,542G
CulvertConcrete20132629,542G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous201328029,542G
SlabConcrete201310029,542G
SlabConcrete201312029,542G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous201321029,542G
SlabConcrete201310029,542G
CulvertConcrete20133229,542G
CulvertConcrete2013338,115G
CulvertConcrete2013238,115G
CulvertConcrete2013328,115G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous20131,0206,846G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous20132806,846G
CulvertConcrete2013326,846F
SlabConcrete20131006,846G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous20132106,846G
SlabConcrete20131206,846G
SlabConcrete20131006,846G
CulvertConcrete2013286,846G
CulvertConcrete2013276,846G
CulvertConcrete195533472G
CulvertConcrete195551472F
SlabConcrete197857399F
SlabConcrete197857399F
CulvertConcrete202021399G
CulvertSteel198142311G
SlabConcrete200676311F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous2013428177G
CulvertConcrete201334177G
CulvertConcrete198026177G
CulvertConcrete200264177G
CulvertConcrete201336162G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19299898F
SlabConcrete19789597F
SlabConcrete19807678F
SlabConcrete19807777F
CulvertConcrete19973636G
CulvertConcrete19973636G
CulvertConcrete19983333G

Airports Near Belcher

41 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Barksdale Air Force BaseBADMedium Airport
Shreveport Regional AirportSHVMedium Airport
Texarkana Regional Airport (Webb Field)TXKMedium Airport
Ashford FieldSmall Airport
Belcher Airpatch AirportSmall Airport
Bill Rogers AirportSmall Airport
Bluebird Hill AirportSmall Airport
C E 'Rusty' Williams AirportSmall Airport
Cypress River AirportSmall Airport
Dixie Farm Service AirportSmall Airport
Dragon Lady AirportSmall Airport
Ellerbe FieldSmall Airport
Finn Bayou AirportSmall Airport
Gilliam AirportSmall Airport
Goldcrest Farms AirportSmall Airport
Hall Miller Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Harrison County AirportASLSmall Airport
Juneau Ultralightport AirparkSmall Airport
Loggy Bayou Plantation AirportSmall Airport
Looney AirstripSmall Airport
Magnolia Municipal Airport / Ralph C Weiser FieldAGOSmall Airport
Manning FieldSmall Airport
Minden AirportSmall Airport
Morgan AirportSmall Airport
Naylor AirportSmall Airport
Old Hickory Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Panola County Sharpe FieldSmall Airport
Pilkinton AirstripSmall Airport
Putman Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Sharp FieldSmall Airport
Shreveport Downtown AirportDTNSmall Airport
Sonlef Air StripSmall Airport
Springhill AirportSmall Airport
Stuart AirstripSmall Airport
T & M Ag Aviation AirportSmall Airport
Tater Patch UltralightportSmall Airport
Taylor FieldSmall Airport
Thackers AirportSmall Airport
Touchstone Ridge UltralightportSmall Airport
Vivian AirportSmall Airport
Want's Ultralight FlightparkSmall Airport

Police Stations in Belcher

6 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Blanchard Police
Bossier City Police Department620 Benton Road
Bossier Parish Sheriff Substation2510 Viking Drive
Caddo Parish Sheriff4910 North Market Street
Louisiana State Police Troop G
University Police

Post Offices in Belcher

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Belcher Post Office714 Railroad Street

Treatment Centers in Belcher

7 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Active Recovery - Bossier CitySubstance Abuse318-584-7133
Brentwood HospitalBoth318-678-7500
CADA - Adult Treatment CenterSubstance Abuse318-222-8511
CADA - Bossier Treatment CenterSubstance Abuse318-747-1211
Intensive Specialty HospitalBoth318-841-2525
Red River Behavioral Center LLCMental Health318-549-2033
Shreveport Behavioral Health ClinicBoth318-676-5111

Churches & Religious Organizations in Belcher

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
BELCHER-DIXIE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH USAPO BOX 207
CHRISTIAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH200 GRAY ST

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Frequently Asked Questions About Belcher

What is the population of Belcher?

Belcher has a population of 261 residents and is located in Louisiana. The population density is 166 people per square mile, spread across 1.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 53.3% female and 46.7% male.

Is Belcher expensive to live in?

Belcher is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 88.2 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $80,500, 7% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $170,300 (40% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,078 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Belcher safe?

Belcher is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 199 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,493 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Belcher receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Belcher?

Belcher enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 46°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 304 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 50.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 42.

How is the job market in Belcher?

The job market in Belcher is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,112. There are 7,917 business establishments in the area, including 523 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 31 minutes, and 3.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Belcher?

The median home value in Belcher is $170,300. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $155,629. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,078. Fair market rent is $832 for a 1-bedroom and $1,007 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 81.4%. The average annual property tax is $4,208.

How are the schools in Belcher?

Schools in Belcher have an average test score of 4 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 25.8% of adults in Belcher hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.6% have completed high school. 7.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Belcher?

The obesity rate in Belcher is 34.3% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 13.2% of adults are smokers. 21.7% are physically inactive. 28.7% of residents report depression. 5.9% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 83.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:796.

What is transportation like in Belcher?

The average commute in Belcher is 31 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 86.8% of workers drive alone to work, and 3.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Belcher?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Belcher is 82.8% White, 14.6% Black or African American, 2.7% Hispanic or Latino. 99.6% of residents speak only English at home. 4.6% of the population are military veterans. 18.2% of residents have a disability. 88.4% have health insurance coverage.

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