Bossier City

Bossier Parish, Louisiana

Population 130K |Median income $69,617 |1 hospital

Population

129,789

Bossier Parish

Median Income

$69,617

Near average

Median Home Value

$227,200

Near average

Median Age

36.7

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

130K+8%

Median Income

$69,617+31%

Median Home Value

$227,200+55%

Poverty Rate

15.9%+11%

Unemployment

5.5%-13%

Economics

Median Rent

$1,174/mo

Poverty Rate

15.9% +12% vs avg

Unemployment 5.5%

Bachelor's Degree+ 28.4%

Work From Home 7.6%

Public Transit 0.7%

Population

White 63.4%

African American 23.8%

Two or More Ethnicities 2.9%

Asian 1.6%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration

42.3%

Obesity

40.9%

High Blood Pressure

39.3%

Physical Inactivity

29.9%

Frequent Mental Distress

18.5%

Binge Drinking

17.1%

Current Smoking

16.1%

Frequent Physical Distress

14.2%

Diabetes

13.2%

Current Asthma

10.1%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 58.2%

Annual Checkup 81.6%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance

8.1%

Coronary Heart Disease

6.7%

Stroke

3.8%

Alerts & News — Bossier City Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Waters from Pensacola to Pascagoula Until 7:30 AM CDT

NOAA · 35m ago

Earthquakes

M 3.1 Earthquake Recorded 138 km SW of Nikolski, Alaska

USGS · 1h ago

Weather Alerts

Blowing Snow Advisory Issued for Cartwright, Black Tickle, and Lodge Bay Regions

ECCC · 1h ago

Weather Warnings

Coastal Hazard Warning Issued for Peninsula and Gulf Country Districts as Tropical Cyclone Narelle Approaches

BOM · 1h ago

Weather Warnings high

Minor Flood Warning Issued for Herbert River Catchment in North Queensland

BOM · 1h ago

Weather Warnings high

Moderate Flood Warning Issued for Tully and Murray Rivers; Moderate Flooding Possible at Euramo

BOM · 1h ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Bossier City, LA? ▼

Bossier City, LA has a population of 129,789 people, located in Bossier Parish, Louisiana.

What is the median household income in Bossier City? ▼

The median household income in Bossier City, LA is $69,617 per year. The poverty rate is 15.9%.

What is the median home value in Bossier City? ▼

The median home value in Bossier City, LA is $227,200. Median rent is $1,174/month.

What are the top health concerns in Bossier City? ▼

The top health indicators in Bossier City include Short Sleep Duration (42.3%), Obesity (40.9%), High Blood Pressure (39.3%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Bossier City? ▼

Bossier City has 1 hospital with an average rating of null/5 stars. 0 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Bossier City? ▼

The median age in Bossier City, LA is 36.7 years. 28.4% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Bossier City, LA is located in Bossier Parish, Louisiana. With a population of 130K and a median household income of $69,617, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and obesity. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of null/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Bossier City area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Bossier Parish) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.