Shreveport

LA

Caddo Parish, Louisiana

Population 230K |Median income $50,705 |11 hospitals

Population
230,004
Caddo Parish
Median Income
$50,705
-25% vs avg
Median Home Value
$175,700
-23% vs avg
Median Age
39.5
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
230K-10%
Median Income
$50,705+24%
Median Home Value
$175,700+44%
Poverty Rate
22.4%+15%
Unemployment
8.7%+7%

Economics

Median Rent
$974/mo
Poverty Rate
22.4% +58% vs avg
Unemployment 8.7%
Bachelor's Degree+ 26%
Work From Home 6.5%
Public Transit 1.1%

Population

African American 48.8%
White 42.9%
Two or More Ethnicities 3.2%
Asian 1.3%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure
47.1%
Obesity
42.2%
Short Sleep Duration
38.7%
Physical Inactivity
33.2%
Frequent Mental Distress
19.4%
Current Smoking
18.2%
Diabetes
17.2%
Frequent Physical Distress
16.4%
Binge Drinking
14.4%
Current Asthma
10.8%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 55.5%
Annual Checkup 83.9%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
8.9%
Coronary Heart Disease
8.4%
Stroke
5.1%

Hospitals 11 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
0
★★★★
1
★★★
2
★★
2
★
0
Average Rating
2.8/5
Total Hospitals
11
With ER
4
CHRISTUS SHREVEPORT-BOSSIER HEALTH SYSTEM
SHREVEPORT · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆
WILLIS KNIGHTON MEDICAL CENTER
SHREVEPORT · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
OCHSNER LSU HEALTH SHREVEPORT-ST MARY MEDICAL CENT
SHREVEPORT · Acute Care Hospitals
★★★☆☆
OCHSNER LSU HEALTH SHREVEPORT
SHREVEPORT · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆
OVERTON BROOKS VA MEDICAL CENTER (SHREVEPORT)
SHREVEPORT · Acute Care - Veterans Administration · ER
★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Shreveport 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 Shreveport, LA? ▼
Shreveport, LA has a population of 230,004 people, located in Caddo Parish, Louisiana.
What is the median household income in Shreveport? ▼
The median household income in Shreveport, LA is $50,705 per year. The poverty rate is 22.4%.
What is the median home value in Shreveport? ▼
The median home value in Shreveport, LA is $175,700. Median rent is $974/month.
What are the top health concerns in Shreveport? ▼
The top health indicators in Shreveport include High Blood Pressure (47.1%), Obesity (42.2%), Short Sleep Duration (38.7%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Shreveport? ▼
Shreveport has 11 hospitals with an average rating of 2.8/5 stars. 4 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Shreveport? ▼
The median age in Shreveport, LA is 39.5 years. 26% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Shreveport, LA is located in Caddo Parish, Louisiana. With a population of 230K and a median household income of $50,705, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and obesity. Residents have access to 11 hospitals with an average rating of 2.8/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Shreveport 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 (Caddo 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.