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Oil City, LA

Louisiana · Caddo Parish · Shreveport-Bossier City Metro

Oil City is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 941. Residents earn $17,381 per year, which is 77% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

2.1 /5.0
C Fair
941 Population 501/sq mi density
$17,381 Median Income $14,405 per capita
$55,600 Home Value $101,102 Zillow
65°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
102 Violent Crime/100K 1,837 property/100K
C
Overall
2.1 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.4 / 5.0
$17,381 median income, 7.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$55,600 home value
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
102 violent crimes/100K (73% below avg)
F
Education
1.1 / 5.0
1.6% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $17,381
77% lower than US avg
Home Value $55,600
80% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 102/100K
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 1.6%
95% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.5%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.6%
111% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 62.7%
406% higher than US avg

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

People

Population941
Median Age28.5 yrs
Density501/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 34%
Veterans9.9%

Economy

F
Median Income$17,381
Per Capita$14,405
Unemployment7.6%
Poverty62.7%
County GDP$17,943M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$55,600
Ownership29.2%
Zillow$101,102
Housing Units593
Rent Burden33.8%

Crime

F
Violent102/100K
Property1,837/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault102/100K
Burglary204/100K

Health

Obesity43.5%
Uninsured9.7%
Smoking22.4%
Depression30.3%
Heart Disease7.4%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (19°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain50.8 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation203 ft (62 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+1.6%
High School+78.7%
Graduate+4.1%
School Score4.05

Community

2024 VoteR 47% / D 52%
Commute22 min
Broadband62.7%
EV Stations1
Libraries22

Is Oil City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Oil City receives an overall livability score of 2.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Oil City has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Oil City is $17,381, 77% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 62.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Oil City is $55,600, 80% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Oil City is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 102 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,837 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

1.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.7% have completed high school. School test scores average 4/10, below typical benchmarks.

Climate & Weather

Oil City 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.

Oil City has a population of 941 with a density of 501 people per square mile, spread across 1.9 square miles. The median age is 28.5 years, 27% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.2% female and 50.8% male. The city is predominantly Black (45.1%), with 34.4% White, 4.4% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 96.6% of residents. 9.9% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 19.9% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 88.4% have health insurance coverage.

Population

941
Total Population
501
People / sq mi
28.5yrs
Median Age
27% below US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Oil City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 96.6%
23% above US avg
Spanish 3.4%
75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Oil City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oil City is $17,381, which is 77% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $14,405 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,112, 22% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 62.7% of residents live below the poverty line, higher 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 22 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 4.2% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Oil City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$17,381
77% below US avg
Per Capita Income$14,405
Avg Weekly Wage$1,112
IRS Avg AGI$73,401
Gini Index0.524 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.6%
111% above US avg
Poverty Rate62.7%
406% above 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 Rate7.57%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.5 min
Drive Alone56.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Oil City is $55,600, 80% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $101,102, higher than the Census estimate. Fair market rent ranges from $832 for a one-bedroom to $1,007 for a two-bedroom apartment. 29.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 593 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1977. The average annual property tax is $4,208 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 33.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.2x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$55,600
80% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$101,102

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden33.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership29.2%
Owner-Occupied29.2%
Renter-Occupied70.8%
Housing Units593
Median Year Built1977

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,208
20% above US avg
Effective Rate7.57%
In Oil City, 43.5% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 14.9% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 7.4% of residents, above the national average. 43.1% have high blood pressure. 22.4% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 16.4% report binge drinking. 34.8% are physically inactive, above the national average. 30.3% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 23.1% experience frequent mental distress. 9.7% of residents lack health insurance. 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: Oil City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.5%
36% above US avg
Diabetes14.9%
Heart Disease7.4%
High Blood Pressure43.1%
Asthma11.4%
COPD9.7%
Cancer6.3%
Stroke4.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking22.4%
60% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.4%
Physical Inactivity34.8%
Depression30.3%
Mental Distress23.1%
Physical Distress17.3%
Short Sleep39.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.4%
Uninsured9.7%
13% above US avg
Primary Care1:796
Dentists1:1,157
Mental Health1:127
Checkup Rate81.2%
Dental Visits53.0%
Premature Death14,193/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.2/10
Exercise Access83.1%
Healthcare Facilities857
Oil City has a violent crime rate of 102 per 100,000 residents, 73% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 102.0 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 1,837 per 100,000, 6% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,633, burglary at 204, vehicle theft at 0 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 46 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Oil City receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent102.0/100K
73% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault102.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,836.7/100K
6% below US avg
Burglary204.1/100K
Theft1,632.7/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46
Traffic Accidents29
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Oil City 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 203 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

Elevation203 ft (62 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.8 km²)
Population Density501/sq mi
Coordinates32.7458°N, 93.9751°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyCaddo Parish County
Nearest AirportShreveport Regional (SHV)
22 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

40 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 98 km
Sep 2, 2013 3 km WNW of Timpson, Texas M4.3 102 km
Sep 2, 2013 14 km WNW of Timpson, Texas M4.2 101 km
Jan 25, 2013 11 km SE of Timpson, Texas M4.1 105 km
May 10, 2012 9 km NW of Timpson, Texas M3.9 98 km
Jan 27, 2024 4 km SSW of Hall Summit, Louisiana M3.6 91 km
Jan 18, 2025 0 km WSW of Mooringsport, Louisiana M3.5 7 km
Jan 20, 2019 7 km SSW of San Augustine, Texas M3.3 143 km
Apr 16, 2021 8 km WNW of Blanchard, Louisiana M3.2 16 km
Jun 10, 1994 4 km E of Junction City, Arkansas M3.2 125 km
Aug 22, 2025 5 km WSW of Huxley, Texas M3.2 111 km
Apr 1, 2021 7 km W of Blanchard, Louisiana M3.0 18 km
Aug 21, 2025 8 km W of Huxley, Texas M3.0 110 km
Apr 2, 2024 5 km WSW of Chireno, Texas M3.0 147 km
Mar 3, 2001 2 km SSE of El Dorado, Arkansas M3.0 132 km
Jan 6, 2025 4 km ESE of Mooringsport, Louisiana M3.0 10 km
May 16, 2007 5 km SW of Calion, Arkansas M3.0 143 km
May 31, 2013 7 km SE of Timpson, Texas M2.9 104 km
Jan 29, 2013 4 km S of Timpson, Texas M2.8 105 km
Dec 7, 2012 3 km S of Timpson, Texas M2.8 105 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 3 117 km
2008 Ike Category 2 231 km
2007 Humberto Category 1 274 km
2005 Rita Category 1 250 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

716 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 58 fatalities, 871 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 3, 1999 EF4 28 km 7
Dec 3, 1978 EF4 35 km 2
Mar 12, 1971 EF4 94 km 1
Dec 19, 1957 EF4 95 km 2
Feb 12, 1950 EF4 86 km 18
Nov 4, 2022 EF3 84 km 0
Nov 4, 2022 EF3 84 km 1
Jan 20, 2010 EF3 34 km 0
Apr 9, 2009 EF3 33 km 0
Apr 23, 2000 EF3 98 km 0
Apr 23, 2000 EF3 36 km 0
Apr 23, 2000 EF3 51 km 0
May 4, 1999 EF3 90 km 0
Apr 3, 1999 EF3 89 km 0
Apr 3, 1999 EF3 85 km 0
Nov 3, 1992 EF3 88 km 0
Jun 7, 1989 EF3 91 km 0
Apr 1, 1988 EF3 91 km 0
Nov 15, 1987 EF3 99 km 1
Nov 15, 1987 EF3 63 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 46 km
2011 OLD MAGNOLIA 4,881 94 km
2022 TXCLR-FY22-RX-W 3,288 18 km
2011 DIANA 2,863 78 km
2022 CANEY C 11-14 2,323 99 km
2011 592 2,278 13 km
2011 PETERS CHAPEL 2,072 28 km
2021 UNNAMED 1,756 68 km
2014 UNNAMED 1,618 94 km
2014 UNNAMED 1,614 95 km
2011 MARSHALL 1,583 36 km
2018 C-25 26 27 1,565 69 km
2018 MIDDLEFORK UNIT 1,514 94 km
2011 RELEASE 1,398 18 km
2004 UNNAMED 1,358 56 km
1998 UNNAMED 1,317 18 km
2017 UNNAMED 1,199 66 km
2022 C-24 28 1,161 63 km
2011 UNNAMED 1,046 6 km
2018 C-28 882 66 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

Oil City 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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Oil City is located in Caddo Parish County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 1.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 95% below the national average of 33.7%. 78.7% have completed high school. 4.1% 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. 62.7% 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. 56.2% 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 Accidents29
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+1.6%
95% below US avg
High School+78.7%
Graduate Degree+4.1%
School Test Score4.05
F Education Grade (1.1/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density501/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi
CountyCaddo Parish County

Services

Broadband Access62.7%
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 Commute21.5 min
Drive Alone56.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.2%
Average costs for common services in Oil City. 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)
View all 40 services

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)
View all 18 services

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)
View all 25 services

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)
View all 12 services

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)
View all 12 services

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)
View all 8 services

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)
View all 8 services

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)
View all 8 services

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)
View all 9 services

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

Radio Stations near Oil City

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Caddo Country MP3 128 kbps

National Parks Near Oil City

10 national parks and monuments found near Oil City.

ParkTypeFee
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
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 Oil City

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
ARK-LA-TEX ANTIQUE AND CLASSIC VEHICLE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM3182220227
CADDO PINE ISLAND OIL HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION200 S LAND AVE3189956845
DAYNA AND RONALD L. SAWYER SPACE DOME PLANETARIUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM820 CLYDE FANT PARKWAY
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF NORTH CADDOHISTORIC PRESERVATION
MCNEILL STREET PUMPING STATION PRESERVATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION3182213388
MUSEUM OF AMERICAN FENCINGGENERAL MUSEUM
RED RIVER CROSSROADS HISTORICAL ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION
SHREVEPORT WATER WORKS MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM3182213388
SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY MUSEUM OF ART AT SHREVEPORTART MUSEUM
STAGE-STARS MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM3182209434

Libraries in Oil City

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
SHREVE MEMORIAL424 TEXAS STREET0.01,353,408

Farmers Markets in Oil City

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Benton Farmers' Market495 Simpson05/31/2015 to 07/26/2015Sun: 12:00 PM-4:00 PM;Visit
Shreveport Farmers' Market101 Crockett St.06/02/2018 to 08/18/2018Sat: 7:00 AM-12:00 PM;Visit

Breweries in Oil City

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
FumblebrewskiBrewery3142 N Market St

Cell Towers in Oil City

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
2859 Bradford Road (9132)GTOWER122
6922 TX-49 (158562)GTOWER113
6922 TX-49 (158562)GTOWER113
FARM MARKET 2682 ROUTE 1 (9154)GTOWER90
FARM MARKET 2682 ROUTE 1 (9154)GTOWER90
(Maxie Smithland) 3619 Hwy 43GTOWER68
14811 HIGHWAY 1 (9168)LTOWER61

Fire Stations in Oil City

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Caddo Parish Fire District Seven300 Highway 1Mostly volunteer318-995-7114

Bridges in Oil City

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete1940234,492F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous19943802,007G
SlabConcrete19931802,007F
SlabConcrete1980381,273F
CulvertConcrete1926421,030F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel192480962F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous2022210177G
SlabConcrete1974209177F
SlabConcrete1997133133F
SlabConcrete19807678F
SlabConcrete19945959F
SlabConcrete19804040F

Amtrak Stations in Oil City

1 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Shreveport, LA1237 Murphy StreetBUS

Airports Near Oil City

44 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Barksdale Air Force BaseBADMedium Airport
East Texas Regional AirportGGGMedium 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
Eagle Landing AirportSmall Airport
East Side AirportSmall Airport
Ellerbe FieldSmall Airport
Gilliam AirportSmall Airport
Goldcrest Farms AirportSmall Airport
Greater Morris County AirportSmall Airport
Hall Miller Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Harrison County AirportASLSmall Airport
Juneau Ultralightport AirparkSmall Airport
Loggy Bayou Plantation AirportSmall Airport
Looney AirstripSmall Airport
Manning FieldSmall Airport
Mc Kenzie 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 Oil City

3 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Blanchard Police
Caddo Parish Sheriff4910 North Market Street
University Police

Grocery Stores in Oil City

4 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Dollar General 12209Other107 Highway 1
E-Z MART 4262Convenience Store201 Highway 1
Super S TriangleConvenience Store10881 Highway 1
Wooldridge Meat LlcFarmers and Markets10724 Highway 1

Post Offices in Oil City

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Oil City Post Office200 Furman Street
Trees Post Office

Treatment Centers in Oil City

5 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
A Center for Hope and ChangeMental Health318-673-9901
Brentwood HospitalBoth318-678-7500
CADA - Adult Treatment CenterSubstance Abuse318-222-8511
North Louisiana Whole Health Trt CtrSubstance Abuse318-408-9929
Shreveport Behavioral Health ClinicBoth318-676-5111

DOL Wage Violations in Oil City

1 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $76,153 in back wages owed to 44 employees.

1
Violations
$76,153
Back Wages Owed
44
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Metro Client Care Service 71061 1 $76,153 $1,731 44

Churches & Religious Organizations in Oil City

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
FRESH OIL WORSHIP CENTERPO BOX 97

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1
Eyewitness reports filed with the Bigfoot Field Researchers Organization
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Frequently Asked Questions About Oil City

What is the population of Oil City?

Oil City has a population of 941 residents and is located in Louisiana. The population density is 501 people per square mile, spread across 1.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 28.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.2% female and 50.8% male.

Is Oil City expensive to live in?

Oil City 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 $17,381, 77% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $55,600 (80% below the U.S. median). The home price-to-income ratio is 3.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Oil City safe?

Oil City is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 102 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,837 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Oil City receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Oil City?

Oil City 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 Oil City?

The unemployment rate in Oil City is 7.6%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. 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 22 minutes, and 4.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Oil City?

The median home value in Oil City is $55,600. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $101,102. The homeownership rate is 29.2%. The average annual property tax is $4,208.

How are the schools in Oil City?

Schools in Oil City have an average test score of 4 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 1.6% of adults in Oil City hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.7% have completed high school. 4.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Oil City?

The obesity rate in Oil City is 43.5% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 22.4% of adults are smokers. 34.8% are physically inactive. 30.3% of residents report depression. 9.7% lack health insurance. 83.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:796.

What is transportation like in Oil City?

The average commute in Oil City is 22 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 56.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 4.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Oil City?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Oil City is 34.4% White, 45.1% Black or African American, 4.4% Hispanic or Latino. 96.6% of residents speak only English at home, while 3.4% speak Spanish. 9.9% of the population are military veterans. 19.9% of residents have a disability. 88.4% have health insurance coverage.

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