Bossier City, LA — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Bossier Parish County · Louisiana
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Bossier City based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
62,832
2023 ACS
Median Income
$55,130
2023
Median Home Value
$192,300
2023
Median Rent
$1,097
2023
Median Age
35.1
Unemployment
5.9%
Cost of Living Index
95.2
100 = national avg
Bossier City is a city in Bossier Parish County, Louisiana, with a population of 62,832 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Bossier City is one of the communities in Louisiana.
The median household income in Bossier City is $55,130, and the median home value is $192,300. The cost of living index is 95.2 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,097 per month. The unemployment rate is 5.9%, and the median age is 35.1 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
62,832
Male
31,022
49.4%
Female
31,810
50.6%
Median Age
35.1
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
16.3%
High School or Higher
37.1%
Foreign Born
5.7%
Veterans
8.7%
Married
36.1%
Avg Household Size
2.5
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.557
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
59.0%
Foreign Born
5.7%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
12.2%
7,672 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
87.8%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
58,349
English Only
87.5%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
4,877 speakers
Limited English
6.4%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
93.6%
Limited English Proficiency
6.4%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
5,448
8.7% of population
Disability Rate
47.9%
2,610 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$44,312
Unemployment Rate
5.7%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
4,739
87.0%
Female Veterans
709
13.0%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$44,312
Non-Veteran Income
$31,102
Difference
$13,210
42.5% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
2,610
Without Disability
2,838
Disability Rate
47.9%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
23,098
#1 Ancestry
American
6.5% (4,093)
#2 Ancestry
German
6.3% (3,989)
#3 Ancestry
Irish
6.0% (3,759)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
24,949
Family Households
14,977
60.0%
Married Couples
9,762
39.1%
Non-Family Households
9,972
40.0%
Single Mother Households
3,756
15.1%
Single Father Households
1,459
5.8%
Living Alone
8,489
34.0%
Children Under 18
Total Children
13,361
In Married Couple
7,947
59.5%
With Single Mother
4,499
33.7%
With Single Father
915
6.8%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$70,499
Married Couple Income
$87,545
Single Mother Income
$36,414
Single Father Income
$68,594
Avg Family Size
2.5
Avg Non-Family Size
2.4
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
1,426
Grandparents Responsible
790
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$55,130
-25% vs national
Per Capita Income
$32,386
-13% vs national
Poverty Rate
20.4%
+50% vs national
Gini Index
0.4647
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
5.9%
+14% vs national
SNAP Recipients
13.2%
of households
How Bossier City Compares
Bossier City vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 50,000 - 100,000 residents. Bossier City is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Bossier City, LA has a median household income of $55,130, making it the 18,850th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Bossier City has a higher median household income than 33% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Bossier City, LA has a per capita income of $32,386, making it the 14,724th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Bossier City has a higher per capita income than 48% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Bossier City, LA has a poverty rate of 20.4%, making it the 6,971st highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Bossier City has a higher poverty rate than 78% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Bossier City, LA has a unemployment rate of 5.9%, making it the 9,402nd highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Bossier City has a higher unemployment rate than 70% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Bossier City. The median household income here is $55,130.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
5.9%
-12% vs LA avg
Labor Force
30,110
Employed
25,331
Mean Commute
18 min
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
16.3%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
37.1%
of adults 25+
Median Age
35.1
Work from Home
5.3%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Shreveport-Bossier City, LA metro area
Highest-Paying Job
General and Operations Managers
Top Median Wage
$101.0K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
95.2
100 = national avg
-4.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$41,887
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$99,005
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$982
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,111
per month
The median household income in Bossier City, LA is $55,130, which is 24.7% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $32,386. The poverty rate of 20.4% is lower than the LA state average of 22.7%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4647, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 5.9%, compared to the state average of 6.7%. The labor force is 30,110. 16.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 18 minutes, with 5.3% working from home. About 84.2% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 95.2, which is 4.8% below the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 107.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $41,887 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$191,250
Median List Price
$245,000
Price Per Sq Ft
$132
Days on Market
78
Active Inventory
164
Months of Supply
3.6
Seller's market
Zillow Home Value
$221,543
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$1,364
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
8.7%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
23.3%
Sale-to-List Ratio
95.4%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
46
New Listings
49
Pending Sales
60
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$132
Median List $/SF
$143
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Bossier City, LA? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Shreveport-Bossier City, LA metro area, home prices have risen 164.1% over the past 40 years. Over 20 years, prices grew 57.8%. The 10-year growth rate is 35.0%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 23.9%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 1.9%. The FHFA HPI tracks average price changes in repeat sales or refinancings of single-family properties with conforming mortgages. Because this is a metro-level index, it reflects the broader Shreveport-Bossier City, LA housing market rather than Bossier City alone.
Metro area: Shreveport-Bossier City, LA
Bossier City vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 50,000 - 100,000 residents. Bossier City is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Bossier City, LA has a median home value of $192,300, making it the 12,839th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Bossier City has a higher median home value than 54% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Bossier City, LA has a median rent of $1,097, making it the 8,218th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Bossier City has a higher median rent than 63% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Bossier City, LA has a price per square foot of $132, making it the 14,351st highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Bossier City has a higher price per square foot than 31% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Bossier City, LA has a rent burden of 23.9%, making it the 4,352nd highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Bossier City has a higher rent burden than 80% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$192,300
Median Rent
$1,097
Total Housing Units
28,211
Vacancy Rate
11.6%
Owner Occupied
55.3%
Renter Occupied
44.7%
Median Property Tax
$1,202
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$1,060
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$1,202
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.63%
of home value
Median Home Value
$192,300
Estimated Mean Tax
$1,491
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($1,202) by the median home value ($192,300). In Bossier City, LA, this works out to an effective rate of 0.63%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Bossier City, LA is $191,250 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 78 days on the market. 8.7% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 3.6 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $132. Zillow's observed rent index is $1,364/month. About 55.3% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1979. There are 28,211 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $1,202. The effective tax rate is 0.63%, below the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
9.13
per 1,000 residents
+251% vs national
Property Crime Rate
36.80
per 1,000 residents
+114% vs national
Total Crimes
2,882
2024
Violent Clearance
56%
cases solved
Property Clearance
34%
cases solved
YoY Change
+0.1%
violent crime rate
worsening vs 2023
How Bossier City Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Bossier City vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 50,000 - 100,000 residents. Bossier City is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2024)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2024)Bossier City police solve 86% of murder cases but only 26% of motor vehicle theft cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2024)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 7 | 0.11 | 85.7% |
| Rape | Violent | 48 | 0.76 | 39.6% |
| Robbery | Violent | 37 | 0.59 | 35.1% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 481 | 7.67 | 59.0% |
| Burglary | Property | 302 | 4.81 | 38.1% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 1,762 | 28.08 | 34.6% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 245 | 3.90 | 25.7% |
Bossier City, LA reported 573 violent crimes and 2,309 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 9.13 per 1,000 residents is 251.2% above the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 56% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 1,762 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 39.3% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending upward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 573 | 2,309 | 9.13 | 36.80 |
| 2023 | 571 | 2,861 | 9.12 | 45.70 |
| 2022 | 636 | 2,949 | 10.08 | 46.75 |
| 2021 | 672 | 3,028 | 9.76 | 43.96 |
| 2020 | 606 | 3,222 | 8.80 | 46.78 |
| 2019 | 546 | 3,225 | 7.91 | 46.71 |
| 2018 | 576 | 2,998 | 8.28 | 43.11 |
| 2017 | 535 | 3,283 | 7.68 | 47.15 |
| 2016 | 585 | 3,206 | 8.43 | 46.21 |
| 2015 | 514 | 2,984 | 7.46 | 43.30 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
82.5
Relatively Moderate
Expected Annual Loss
82.8
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
41.5
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
35.6
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
35
Public Assistance
$33.3M
Individual Assistance
$9.7M
Most Common Type
Hurricane
16 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Severe Winter Storm → | Winter Storm | Jan 2026 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Francine → | Hurricane | Sep 2024 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Nicholas → | Coastal Storm | Sep 2021 | — | — |
| Hurricane Ida → | Hurricane | Aug 2021 | $7K | — |
| Tropical Storm Ida → | Hurricane | Aug 2021 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storms → | Severe Ice Storm | Mar 2021 | $540K | $1.6M |
| Severe Winter Storm → | Severe Ice Storm | Feb 2021 | — | — |
| Hurricane Delta → | Hurricane | Oct 2020 | — | — |
| Hurricane Delta → | Hurricane | Oct 2020 | — | — |
| Hurricane Sally → | Hurricane | Sep 2020 | — | — |
| Hurricane Laura → | Hurricane | Aug 2020 | $153K | $1.5M |
| Tropical Storms Laura and Marco → | Hurricane | Aug 2020 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Cristobal → | Coastal Storm | Jun 2020 | — | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $528K | $5.1M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Flood | Mar 2016 | $24.9M | $1.5M |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Flood | Jul 2015 | $2.6M | — |
| Hurricane Isaac → | Hurricane | Aug 2012 | $18K | — |
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Dec 2009 | $2.2M | — |
| Hurricane Gustav → | Hurricane | Sep 2008 | $444K | — |
Showing 20 of 35 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
1,098
Total Claims Paid
$26,002,767
Avg Claim Payout
$23,682
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
15
Federal Funding
$7,485,097
Properties Protected
95
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
1.47
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 4 | $2,380,656 |
| 200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine; 202.1: Elevation of Private Structures - Riverine | 2 | $1,189,070 |
| 403.1: Stormwater Management - Culverts | 2 | $1,696,837 |
| 200.3: Acquisition of Public Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 2 | $1,674,565 |
| 200.2: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Coastal | 2 | $430,438 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Bossier City has a relatively moderate overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are ice storm, heat wave, lightning. The area has had 35 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is hurricane (16 declarations). 1,098 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $33,303,680 in public assistance recovery funding. $9,676,089 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 15 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
42.4%
6.3pp above the national average
Depression Rate
26.9%
3.4pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
14.2%
2.3pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
10.0%
0.6pp below the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
36.5%
Arthritis
27.6%
Cancer (excl. skin)
7.1%
Teeth Lost (65+)
17.7%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
19.6%
14+ days in past month
Depression
26.9%
Loneliness
37.3%
Lack of Support
28.8%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
36.7%
Mobility
16.7%
Cognitive
19.0%
Hearing
7.7%
Vision
7.1%
Self-Care
5.2%
Independent Living
10.6%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Bossier City has an obesity rate of 42.4%, which is 6.3pp above the national average. The depression rate is 26.9%, 3.4pp above the national average. About 10.0% of adults lack health insurance. 81.5% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
1
Avg CMS Rating
2.5 / 5
Nearest Hospital
4.2 mi
Red River Behavioral Center, L...
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Red River Behavioral Center, Llc | 4.2 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Specialists Hospital Shreveport | 5.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | — |
| Ochsner Lsu Health Shreveport-St Mary Medical Cent | 5.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | — |
| Overton Brooks Va Medical Center (Shreveport) | 5.6 mi | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | 2/5 | Yes |
| Intensive Specialty Hospital | 5.6 mi | Long-term | — | — |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
4
Pop. Served
80,181
Violations (5yr)
56
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| CITY OF BOSSIER CITY WATER SYSTEM | 78,960 | 0 |
| KILLIAN WATER SYSTEM | 999 | 12 |
| SOUTHGATE MHP WATER SYSTEM | 177 | 27 |
| RIVER POINT WATER SYSTEM | 45 | 17 |
There are 4 water systems serving the area. 56 water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Mean Commute
18 min
-25% vs national
Drive Alone
84.2%
+7% vs national
Public Transit
1.4%
+56% vs national
Work From Home
5.3%
-43% vs national
Carpool
6.6%
Walk / Bike
1.9%
combined
How Bossier City's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
5
2023
6-Year Avg
7
fatalities/yr
Pedestrian
1
Nighttime
1
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2022 | 9 | 9 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 2021 | 6 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 1 |
| 2020 | 8 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 11 | 11 | 2 | 4 | 0 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
The average commute in Bossier City, LA is 18 minutes, which is 24.8% below the national average of 23 minutes. 84.2% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 5.3% work from home, which is below the LA state average of 5.4%. Public transit is used by 1.4% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 6.6% of workers carpool. 1.7% walk to work. In 2023, there were 5 traffic fatalities from 5 fatal crashes. 1 was a pedestrian.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
81.8%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
64.9%
of households
No Internet
14.5%
of households
Total Households
24,949
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
93.8%
of households
Smartphone
90.0%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
71.8%
of households
Tablet
43.7%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
11.7¢
per kWh
-36% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
Commercial Rate
10.5¢
per kWh
-29% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
Industrial Rate
5.6¢
per kWh
-49% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$141
residential
-3% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
31% below the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in Louisiana averages 11.7¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $141. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Bossier City vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (50,000 - 100,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
4
Population Served
80,181
Violations (5yr)
56
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CITY OF BOSSIER CITY WATER SYSTEM | Community | Surface water | 78,960 | 0 |
| KILLIAN WATER SYSTEM | Community | Ground water | 999 | 12 |
| SOUTHGATE MHP WATER SYSTEM | Community | Ground water | 177 | 27 |
| RIVER POINT WATER SYSTEM | Community | Ground water | 45 | 17 |
81.8% of households in Bossier City have broadband internet access. 64.9% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 14.3% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 14.5% of households have no internet access. 17.0% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 4 water systems, providing water to 80,181 people. A total of 56 water quality violations have been recorded over the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Bossier City is located in Bossier Parish, LA. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Bossier City.
Election Overview
Source: Bossier Parish (2024)2024 Winner
Republican
Dem Votes
14,467
27.7%
GOP Votes
37,105
71.0%
Total Votes
52,232
Margin
R+43.3%
Shift from 2020
R+2.3pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 14,467 | 37,105 | 52,232 | 27.7% | 71.0% | R+43.3 |
| 2020 | 15,662 | 38,074 | 54,655 | 28.7% | 69.7% | R+41.0 |
| 2016 | 12,638 | 35,451 | 49,818 | 25.4% | 71.2% | R+45.8 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Bossier Parish recorded 52,232 total votes. Republicans won the county with 71.0% of the vote compared to 27.7% for Democrats, a margin of R+43.3%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+2.3pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Bossier Parish has shifted 2.4 percentage points toward Democrats.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
216
Total Assets
$118.6M
Total Income
$73.0M
Per 10K Residents
34.4
nonprofits
-34.3% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
10
Median Assets
$116K
Oldest Active
1941
ruling year
Newest Org
2026
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $110.2M of $118.6M total
Nonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 50,000 - 100,000
Largest Nonprofits in Bossier City
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFBossier City, LA has 216 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $118.6M. The most common category is Religion-Related, with 39 organizations. 10 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 34.4 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1941.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
263
Total Approved
$102.7M
Jobs Supported
1,997
Per 10K Residents
41.9
SBA loans
-53.1% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
56
Top Lender
JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association
57 loans
Top Industry
Accommodation & Food Services
Data Span
1992–2025
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
240
Total Amount
$85.8M
Avg Loan
$357,329
Median Loan
$103,400
SBA Guaranteed
$64.4M(75%)
Jobs Supported
1,552
Loans
23
Total Amount
$17.0M
Avg Loan
$737,609
Median Loan
$339,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
34
13% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$26.5M
26% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$779,044
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 50,000 - 100,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Chasing Aces Golf Inc. | 1 | $5.0M |
| Barrett Appliance Distributors Inc. | 3 | $4.7M |
| Ppt Inc. | 1 | $4.3M |
| Wayne Toms Autos Llc | 2 | $4.2M |
| Rib'em and Blues Inc | 2 | $3.4M |
| Bossier City Hotels Llc | 1 | $3.1M |
| Misha Llc | 1 | $3.0M |
| Hardwick Insurance Llc | 1 | $2.6M |
| 3 State Motor Co. | 1 | $2.5M |
| Spell Brothers Lumber Inc. | 2 | $2.4M |
Bossier City, LA has received 263 SBA loans totaling $102.7M in approved funding between 1992 and 2025. The 7(a) program accounts for 240 loans (91% of the total), supporting 1,552 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 23 loans totaling $17.0M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Accommodation & Food Services. The most active SBA lender in Bossier City is JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association with 57 loans. That works out to 41.9 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
8
Total Population
143,363
Avg Median Income
$48,301
Avg Home Value
-$83,199,146
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 71101 | 6,174 | $17,924 | $86,500 | $714 | 4.2 |
| 71103 | 6,142 | $27,958 | $74,200 | $827 | 3.9 |
| 71104 | 12,579 | $53,481 | $163,300 | $1,071 | 3.9 |
| 71105 | 20,351 | $66,758 | $216,000 | $1,247 | 9.5 |
| 71108 | 19,012 | $32,116 | $81,300 | $1,075 | 8.5 |
| 71110 | 2,828 | $61,895 | N/A | $1,588 | 17.9 |
| 71111 | 43,302 | $66,465 | $268,600 | $1,065 | 45.2 |
| 71112 | 32,975 | $59,814 | $183,600 | $1,181 | 41.7 |
Bossier City, LA has 8 ZIP codes with a combined population of 143,363. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is $48,301. The average median home value is -$83,199,146. The average median monthly rent is $1,096.
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