Cost of Living in Shreveport, LA
Population: 183,483 • 2026 Data
$48,465
Median Household Income
-37% vs national
$980
Median Monthly Rent
-27% vs national
$178,100
Median Home Value
-47% vs national
8.8%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Shreveport
The median home value in Shreveport, LA is $178,100. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $980, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $984.
Rent-to-income ratio: 24.3%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Shreveport, LA is $48,465. The unemployment rate stands at 8.8%, with a labor force of 83,240 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.