Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.0 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.59 |
| Below Poverty | 16.2% ▲ 62% above avg |
| College Grads | 38.6% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 5.2% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 742 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 21,997 (28.3%) |
| Some College | 9,958 (12.8%) |
| Associates | 15,194 (19.5%) |
| Bachelors | 7,947 (10.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 21,973 (28.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $66,889 ▼ 12% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $227,622 ▼ 18% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,128/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 54,018 |
| Vacant Units | 6,057 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Bossier County is located in Louisiana and encompasses 11 ZIP codes spanning 7 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 126,201 residents. With a median age of 36.99, it is a relatively young county.
Bossier County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $66,888 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.2%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 16.2% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Bossier County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $227,622 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,128. Homeownership rates are high at 68.3%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Bossier County are majority White (63.04%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 38.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Bossier County, LA is a solidly middle-class area in Louisiana. The 11 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 71110 | Barksdale Afb | 2,828 | $61,895 | — | $1,588 | 3.8% | 54.7% |
| 71006 | Benton | 15,341 | $91,318 | $304,300 | $1,096 | 5.4% | 41.3% |
| 71111 | Bossier City | 43,302 | $66,465 | $268,600 | $1,065 | 5.7% | 43.5% |
| 71112 | Bossier City | 32,975 | $59,814 | $183,600 | $1,181 | 4.4% | 38.4% |
| 71051 | Elm Grove | 2,683 | $63,346 | — | — | 0.0% | 17.7% |
| 71037 | Haughton | 21,834 | $71,175 | $205,200 | $1,304 | 6.3% | 32.5% |
| 71064 | Plain Dealing | 3,993 | $40,347 | $80,400 | $512 | 5.3% | 17.0% |
| 71067 | Princeton | 3,245 | $40,050 | $97,700 | $766 | 2.2% | 31.2% |