Bossier City, LA Local Data & Statistics

State: LA

Total population: 62,901 Household income: $55,819 Rent: $1,107

Overview

Total population

62,901

Rent

$1,107

Year built

1980

Household income

$55,819

Per capita income

$33,062

Poverty rate

20.8%

Unemployment rate

4.1%

Household size

2.4 persons

Rent over 30% of income

49%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available, with the exception of the unemployment rate, which is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ACS 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Demographics

State

Louisiana

Total population

62,901

Adults over 25

41,941

Total households

25,926

Household size

2.4 persons

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Income & Poverty

Household income

$55,819

Per capita income

$33,062

Poverty rate

20.8%

Unemployment rate

4.1%

Rent over 30% of income

49%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Housing

Rent

$1,107

Year built

1980

Households that rent

46.8%

Households that own

53.2%

Rooms per home (all homes)

5.4

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Race

White

55.7%

Black

27.8%

Asian

Two or more races

11.3%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latino

12.7%

Not Hispanic or Latino

87.3%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Commute

Commute rate

94%

Commute time to work

18 mins

Work from home

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Education

Less than high school

31.7%

High school graduate or GED

30.6%

Some college or associate degree

13%

Bachelor’s degree or higher

24.7%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Comparison of Bossier City, LA with: Louisiana United States

Bossier City, LA

Total population62,901

Rent$1,107

Year built1980

Household income$55,819

Per capita income$33,062

Poverty rate20.8%

Unemployment rate4.1%

Louisiana State

Total population4,611,961

Rent$1,064

Year built1983

Household income$60,756

Per capita income$35,038

Poverty rate18.9%

Unemployment rate4.3%

United States

Total population334,922,499

Rent$1,413

Year built1980

Household income$80,734

Per capita income$44,673

Poverty rate12.5%

Unemployment rate4%

Metric	CityBossier City, LA	StateLouisiana	CountryUnited States
Total population	62,901	4,611,961	334,922,499
Rent	$1,107	$1,064	$1,413
Year built	1980	1983	1980
Household income	$55,819	$60,756	$80,734
Per capita income	$33,062	$35,038	$44,673
Poverty rate	20.8%	18.9%	12.5%
Unemployment rate	4.1%	4.3%	4%

View the complete comparison of Bossier City, LA, Louisiana and United States →

Summary for Bossier City, LA

Bossier City is located in Louisiana.

Rent & Income

In Bossier City, the typical monthly rent is $1,107 and the typical household income is $55,819. Rent here is similar to Louisiana and lower than the U.S., and household income is lower than both Louisiana and the U.S. The estimated poverty rate is 20.8%, which is higher than in both Louisiana and national.

Housing & Affordability

Renters make up about 46.8% of households, indicating a relatively balanced mix of renters and owners. About 49% of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing, indicating high cost burden.

Education & Employment

Educational attainment is moderate, with about 24.7% of adults holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. The local unemployment rate is 4.1%, which is similar to both Louisiana and the national rate.

Bossier City, LA — Rent vs Household Income

Bossier City, LA — Poverty vs Unemployment

💰 Rent in Bossier City, LA (with Utilities)

Estimated Monthly Rent: $1,107 ℹ️ What’s Included:
✅ Base rent, electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuels
❌ Not included: internet, cable TV, renter's insurance, parking

💡 What does this rent estimate mean?

Explanation: This estimate shows what renters typically pay each month for housing, including the apartment or home and essential utilities such as heat, water, and electricity. Even when utilities are billed separately, an estimated average cost for utilities is included, in line with the U.S. Census Bureau’s (ACS) definition of gross rent.

Included in this number: Rent plus electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuel.

Not included: Internet, cable, parking, renter’s insurance, or furniture rental.

Note: This cost does not depend on the number of people living in the home.

👨‍👧‍👦 Household Income in Bossier City, LA

Annual Household Income: $55,819

💡 What does Household Income mean?

Definition: This represents the middle value of all household incomes in this area — half of households earn less, and half earn more.

Includes: wages, salaries, self-employment income, Social Security, pensions, investments, unemployment, public assistance, and rental income.

Does NOT include: capital gains, non-cash benefits (like food stamps), or tax refunds.

Household = any group of people (or a single person) living in the same housing unit.

Example: A couple earning $40,000 and $30,000 together have a household income of $70,000. If that's in the middle of all local incomes, it's the value shown here.

📉 Poverty Rate in Bossier City, LA

Estimated Rate: 20.8%

💡 What does the Poverty Rate represent?

Definition: The percentage of people in this area living below the federal poverty threshold.

How it works: The threshold is a dollar amount set by the U.S. Census Bureau that varies by family size and age. If a household's income is below that level, everyone in it is included in this rate.

Example: In a town of 10,000 people, if 1,500 have incomes below the poverty line, the poverty rate is 15%.

Note: This statistic only includes people living in households; it does not count those in student housing, military barracks, or nursing homes.

🏘️ Renter vs. Owner Households in Bossier City, LA

In Bossier City, LA, households that rent: 12,143 (46.8%)

📊 What does the renter household percentage reveal about this area?

Household Type	Count	Share
Renter-Occupied	12,143	46.8%
Owner-Occupied	13,783	53.2%

Definition: This is the percentage of households that rent their home rather than own it. It includes only occupied housing units.

Why it matters: Areas with a high share of renter households often have younger populations, higher mobility, and different housing needs compared to mostly owner-occupied areas.

Example: If 65% of homes in an area are renter-occupied, it means 65 out of every 100 households rent their home.

📉 Renters Spending Over 30% of Income on Rent in Bossier City, LA

In Bossier City, LA, cost-burdened renters (households spending over 30% of income on housing): 5,949 (49%)

🏚️ What Does It Mean When Renters Spend Over 30% of Their Income on Housing?

Household Group	Households	Share
Cost-burdened renters (over 30%)	5,949	49%
Other renter households	6,194	51%
Total renter households	12,143	100%

Shares are calculated as a percentage of renter households.

This shows how many renters in this area are considered cost-burdened — meaning they spend more than 30% of their income on housing (rent and basic utilities).

It’s a sign that housing might be unaffordable in the area or that lower-income residents may be struggling with rent.

Data comes from the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey.

📊 Education Levels in Bossier City, LA

Less than High School: 13,285 people (31.7%)

Includes adults who did not complete high school.

High School Graduate or GED: 12,845 people (30.6%)

Includes adults whose highest education is a high school diploma or GED.

Some College or Associate Degree: 5,468 people (13%)

Includes adults who attended college without completing a bachelor’s degree (some college or associate degree).

Bachelor’s Degree or Higher: 10,343 people (24.7%)

Includes adults with a bachelor’s degree or higher (bachelor’s, master’s, professional, or doctoral degree).

👥 Total Adults (25+): 41,941

📊 Unemployment Rate in Bossier City, LA

Estimated Rate: 4.1%

💡 What does Unemployment Rate mean?

Definition: The unemployment rate is the percentage of people in the labor force who do not have a job but are actively looking for one.

Labor Force = Employed + Unemployed (aged 16+ and actively participating in the workforce).

Formula: (Unemployed ÷ Labor Force) × 100

Does NOT include: People who are retired, students not looking for work, homemakers, or otherwise not seeking employment.

Example: If there are 1000 people in the labor force and 80 are unemployed, then the unemployment rate is 8%.

Similar Population

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Source: ACS 5-Year Estimates (U.S. Census Bureau) — unemployment rate from BLS. Some values are derived metrics.