Shreveport-Bossier City Metro Area, LA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 3/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Elevated Risk. The area faces significant challenges with crime, creating concerns for personal and property safety.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
389,004 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
25.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$54,635 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
80.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$187,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$410 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$767 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
54.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Louisiana
5
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Louisiana
6
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 0 45
Feb 5 0 49
Mar 4 0 56
Apr 4 0 64
May 4 0 72
Jun 5 0 79
Jul 3 0 82
Aug 2 0 82
Sep 3 0 75
Oct 5 0 65
Nov 5 0 55
Dec 5 0 47

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 43% of residents leaning left and 54% leaning right.

Liberal (43%) (55%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 55%
Hillary Clinton 42%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, LA State Senate District 39, LA State House District 3, LA
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Schools

Atkins Technology Elementary School
<1 miles, W • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Blue Cliff College-Shreveport
2 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Christus Health Shreveport-Bossier
2 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Ochsner Lsu Health Shreveport
3 miles, N • 1.4 star
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Airports

Shreveport Regional Airport
5 miles, NW • 1.4 star
East Texas Regional Airport
56 miles, W • 1 star
Tyler Pounds Regional Airport
97 miles, W • 1 star
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