Population, labor force, age cohort, income, education, and community profile data that helps companies understand the people powering Greater Shreveport.
383,269
MSA Population (ACS 2024)
171,800
Civilian Labor Force
164,200
Employed
170,200
Total Nonfarm Jobs (BLS 2026)
Greater Shreveport's 383,000+ residents form a diverse, skilled, and accessible regional workforce that gives companies the talent, affordability, and community depth they need to grow.
The numbers tell a compelling story: a growing regional market with a skilled labor force, affordable cost of living, and a community profile that supports long-term business investment. All data sourced from U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2024 1-Year Estimates and BLS Local Area Unemployment Statistics.
Key economic indicators that give site selectors a quick read on the region's consumer base, talent affordability, and community composition.
$57,514
Median Household Income
ACS 2024 1-Year Estimate
$32,884
Per Capita Income
ACS 2024 1-Year Estimate
39
Median Age
ACS 2024 1-Year Estimate
22.1 min
Avg. Commute Time
vs. 27.2 min nationally — 19% shorter
25,754
Veterans (6.7% of MSA population)
Above the national veteran rate
160,819
Total Households
ACS 2024 1-Year Estimate
The Shreveport-Bossier region's workforce educational attainment matches national benchmarks, providing employers with a broad pool of credentialed candidates at all skill levels — from technical trades to professional and managerial roles.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 1-Year Estimates. Universe: Population 25 years and over (~261,644 residents). Bars below represent mutually exclusive attainment levels — each person is counted only once at their highest credential earned.
See the full workforce picture Skilled occupations, laborshed depth & sector dataAge cohort, race and ethnicity, and gender data from the U.S. Census Bureau for the Shreveport-Bossier City MSA. Note: age cohort and race/ethnicity tables use ACS 5-Year Estimates (2019–2023) and sum to ~397,558 — a multi-year average that differs from the 383,269 MSA total shown in the hero, which is from the ACS 2024 1-Year Estimate. Both are Census Bureau sources; the vintage difference explains the gap.
39 yrs
Median Age
Stable working-age population base
52% / 48%
Gender Mix
Female / male population split
95.5%
Employment Rate
BLS Feb 2026 preliminary data
| Age Cohort | Population |
|---|---|
| Under 5 years | 26,634 |
| 5 to 9 years | 26,922 |
| 10 to 14 years | 26,610 |
| 15 to 19 years | 24,873 |
| 20 to 24 years | 24,277 |
| 25 to 29 years | 28,890 |
| 30 to 34 years | 27,573 |
| 35 to 39 years | 26,775 |
| 40 to 44 years | 22,960 |
| 45 to 49 years | 23,333 |
| 50 to 54 years | 22,773 |
| 55 to 59 years | 26,064 |
| 60 to 64 years | 25,129 |
| 65 to 69 years | 21,295 |
| 70 to 74 years | 16,186 |
| 75 to 79 years | 11,418 |
| 80 to 84 years | 7,805 |
| 85 years and over | 8,040 |
| Race / Ethnicity | Population |
|---|---|
| White, Non-Hispanic | 208,595 |
| Black, Non-Hispanic | 158,381 |
| White, Hispanic | 13,247 |
| Two or More Races, Non-Hispanic | 6,773 |
| Asian, Non-Hispanic | 5,385 |
| Black, Hispanic | 1,733 |
| American Indian or Alaskan Native, Non-Hispanic | 1,512 |
| American Indian or Alaskan Native, Hispanic | 732 |
| Two or More Races, Hispanic | 597 |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander, Hispanic | 267 |
| Asian, Hispanic | 251 |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander, Non-Hispanic | 84 |
Current labor force data reflects a region with strong employment levels and broad job market depth. Data sourced from BLS Local Area Unemployment Statistics and Current Employment Statistics (February 2026, preliminary).
Civilian Labor Force
171,800
Total Employed
164,200
Total Nonfarm Jobs
170,200
Employment Rate
95.5%
| Gender | Population |
|---|---|
| Females | 206,433 |
| Males | 191,125 |
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Civilian Labor Force | 171,800 |
| Employed | 164,200 |
| Total Nonfarm Jobs | 170,200 |
| Employment Rate | 95.5% |
Source: BLS Local Area Unemployment Statistics & Current Employment Statistics, February 2026 (preliminary).
With Barksdale Air Force Base anchoring the regional economy, Shreveport-Bossier has one of the highest veteran concentrations in the South. Veterans bring aviation, logistics, cybersecurity, operations, and leadership experience that directly serves employer needs.
25,754
Veterans in the MSA
6.7%
Of MSA population
Above avg.
Vs. national veteran rate
Home to the 2nd Bomb Wing and 8th Air Force, Barksdale AFB is one of the largest employers in the region — and a continuous source of mission-ready technical talent transitioning into the civilian workforce each year.
Explore Workforce DataDemographic data is one piece of the regional business case. Together with workforce, education, transportation, utilities, and incentives, it helps companies evaluate long-term fit.
A broad population base supports inclusive hiring, consumer demand, and community growth.
170,200 total nonfarm jobs and a 95.5% employment rate signal a healthy, active labor market.
The Shreveport-Bossier market connects companies to Northwest Louisiana and the broader Ark-La-Tex.
Below-national-average wages and a short 22-minute average commute lower operating costs and support employee quality of life.
Data Sources & Vintage
Population, income, education, and veteran data: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 2024 1-Year Estimates, Shreveport-Bossier MSA (official Census designation: Shreveport-Bossier City, LA Metropolitan Statistical Area, MSA Code 43340). Labor force and employment data: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Local Area Unemployment Statistics (LAUS) and Current Employment Statistics (CES), February 2026 (preliminary). Age cohort and race/ethnicity tables use ACS 5-Year Estimates (2019–2023) and sum to ~397,558 — a multi-year average that differs from the ACS 2024 1-Year MSA total of 383,269. Veteran percentage (6.7%) is calculated as 25,754 veterans ÷ 383,269 MSA population (ACS 2024). The 440K+ regional population figure reflects the broader Ark-La-Tex market area. The 95.5% employment rate is derived from BLS-published LAUS figures: 164,200 employed ÷ 171,800 civilian labor force, February 2026 (preliminary). Educational attainment percentages are for the population 25 years and over (~261,644 residents); each resident is counted at their highest credential earned so bars sum to 100%.
Explore the rest of the Community Data section or connect with the Shreveport Next team for location, workforce, utilities, incentive, and site selection support.
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