Median Age
39 Years
Largest Age Group
30-39 Years
Approximately 14% of Residents
Under 20
25%
Over 65
20%
Shreveport, LA Area Guide
Avg Rent
$934
Population
172,185
Renter Mix
48% Rent
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Culture
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Nature
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Welcome to Shreveport, a historic city nestled along the Red River. Founded in 1836 as a steamboat port, Shreveport offers housing options from Highland neighborhood bungalows to downtown apartments. Current rental trends show moderate growth, with average one-bedroom apartments renting for $881, reflecting a 6.5% annual increase, while two-bedroom units average $1,026. The city features outdoor spaces like Betty Virginia Park and the R.W. Norton Art Gallery's botanical gardens, perfect for year-round recreation.
Shreveport's cultural landscape includes the restored Strand Theatre and the Louisiana State Exhibit Museum. The presence of Centenary College, Louisiana State University Shreveport, and Southern University adds to the educational environment. Established neighborhoods include South Highlands, with its canopy of oak trees and historic architecture, and Provenance. Local events bring the community together, from the Red River Revel arts festival to the State Fair of Louisiana, a tradition since 1906. The Texas Street Bridge illuminates downtown with its LED light display, while the Shreveport Municipal Auditorium stands as a testament to the city's musical heritage, notably as the home of the Louisiana Hayride radio show. The city honors its past while embracing growth, offering renters a genuine taste of Louisiana living.
Popular Neighborhoods
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Downtown Riverfront has many shops and restaurants near the water.
The Red River provides countless outdoor opportunities.
Shreveport is home to a myriad of events, including the Louisiana State Fair.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$42,673
Average: $64,133
Education
37,066
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
74,998
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Shreveport has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
48%
Non-Renters
52%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
16%
Other Education
84%
Rent Trends
As of July 2026, the average apartment rent in Shreveport, LA is $986 for a studio, $934 for one bedroom, $1,118 for two bedrooms, and $1,281 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Shreveport has increased by 5.1% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$934/month
692 Sq Ft
House
$1,417/month
1,302 Sq Ft
Townhome
$973/month
866 Sq Ft
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Shreveport, LA is 5.8% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Shreveport is 9.1% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $934 - $1,281. You can expect to pay 2.9% less for groceries, 4.0% more for utilities, and 6.7% less for transportation.
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Getting Around
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Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
30
/ 100
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Schools
Eden Gardens Fundamental Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
495 Students
Judson Fundamental Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
299 Students
Shreve Island Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
731 Students
A. C. Steere Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
443 Students
South Highlands Elementary Magnet School
Public
Grades PK-5
517 Students
Caddo Parish Middle Magnet School
Public
Grades 6-8
977 Students
Walnut Hill Elementary/Middle School
Public
Grades PK-8
1,509 Students
Turner Elementary/Middle School
Public
Grades PK-8
1,371 Students
Youree Dr. Middle Advanced Placement Magnet School
Public
Grades 6-8
1,087 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
521 Students
Caddo Parish Magnet High School
Public
Grades 9-12
869 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,517 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,345 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,851 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
989 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Gardens of the American Rose Center
- Louisiana's Science Center
- Sci-Port Discovery Center
- RiverView Park
- Shreveport Aquarium
Commuter Rail
Military Bases
Airports
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.