Louisiana · Metropolitan Area
Bossier City is a mid-size city in Louisiana with a population of 62,832. Residents earn $55,130 per year, which is 27% below the national average.
Based on current data, Bossier City receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Bossier City offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Bossier City is $55,130, 27% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. 13.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Bossier City is $192,300, 32% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,097 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
With 642 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,749 per 100,000, 142% above the national average.
24.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.
Bossier City enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 47.
| English Only | 90.1% |
| 15% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 9.9% |
| 26% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $55,130 |
| 27% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $32,386 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,003 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $72,013 |
| Unemployment | 3.2% |
| 11% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 13.8% |
| 11% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 3,667 |
| County GDP | $7,656M |
| Restaurants | 280 |
| Healthcare | 264 |
| Retail | 436 |
| Manufacturing | 65 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,331 |
| 5% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.73% |
| Commute Time | 18.6 min |
| Work from Home | 5.3% |
| Census Median | $192,300 |
| 32% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $224,059 |
| Median List Price | $230,000 |
| Median List Price | $230,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $135 |
| Homes Sold | 34 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 98.3% |
| Price Drops | 23.0% |
| Inventory | 174 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,097 |
| 6% below US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,445 |
| Studio | $870 |
| 1 Bedroom | $982 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,111 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,458 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,552 |
| Owner-Occupied | 55.3% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,331 |
| 5% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.73% |
| Obesity | 42.9% |
| 34% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 13.6% |
| Heart Disease | 6.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 38.9% |
| Asthma | 10.5% |
| COPD | 7.8% |
| Stroke | 3.9% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 32.6% |
| Depression | 27.1% |
| Mental Distress | 19.9% |
| Physical Distress | 14.9% |
| Insurance Rate | 88.8% |
| Checkup Rate | 81.0% |
| Premature Death | 8,647/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 73.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 264 |
| Total Violent | 641.8/100K |
| 69% above US avg | |
| Murder | 7.4/100K |
| 18% above US avg | |
| Rape | 46.0/100K |
| Robbery | 108.2/100K |
| Assault | 480.2/100K |
| Total Property | 4,748.9/100K |
| 142% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 677.4/100K |
| Theft | 3,849.2/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 222.3/100K |
| Arson | 5.9/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 15 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 67.5°F |
| 25% above US avg | |
| January Average | 49°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 85°F (30°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 48.9 inches |
| 29% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 47.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Good Days % | 57.4% |
| Unhealthy Days | 3 |
| Elevation | 151 ft (46 m) |
| Area | 44.4 sq mi (115.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,415/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.5237°N, 93.6554°W |
| County FIPS | 22015 |
Winner: Republican by 43.3 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 24.4% |
| 28% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 89.6% |
| School Test Score | 5.16 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 1,415/sq mi |
| Total Area | 44.4 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 3 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 10 |
| Public Libraries | 7 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 264 |
| Restaurants | 280 |
| Retail Stores | 436 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 15 |
| Avg Commute | 18.6 min |
| Work from Home | 5.3% |