salaryRent is lower than in 75% of U.S. cities. A typical house costs about 3.4 years of household income. Commutes are short, about 18 minutes.
How much money do I need?
To rent here comfortably, you should earn about $48,640 a year. That is $23 an hour at a full-time job.
Is rent cheaper than other Louisiana cities?
No. Rent here is more expensive than in most of Louisiana. It is number 58 of 102 cities from cheapest to most expensive.
How much do households earn in Bossier City?
Share of households by yearly income. 17.9% of households earn $100,000 or more.
Rent by apartment size in Bossier City
| Size | Bossier City | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $925 | $1,338 |
| 1 bedroom | $922 | $1,324 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,131 | $1,509 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,434 | $1,698 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,368 | $2,098 |
Median monthly rent plus utilities for all renters, by number of bedrooms.
How expensive is Bossier City overall?
Everyday prices in the Shreveport-Bossier City metro area are 15% below the U.S. average (index 84.8, U.S. = 100).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities 2024.
Taxes and bills in Bossier City
Life in Bossier City
What jobs pay in Bossier City
| Job | Median pay | Rent / pay |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmacist | $137,970 | 10.6% |
| Physician Assistant | $134,090 | 10.9% |
| Nurse Practitioner | $125,740 | 11.6% |
| Lawyer | $98,900 | 14.8% |
| Operations Manager | $98,610 | 14.8% |
| Civil Engineer | $98,550 | 14.8% |
| Software Developer | $96,680 | 15.1% |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $85,800 | 17.0% |
| Dental Hygienist | $82,760 | 17.6% |
| Registered Nurse | $80,080 | 18.2% |
| Accountant | $70,420 | 20.7% |
| Elementary School Teacher | $61,850 | 23.6% |
| Electrician | $60,830 | 24.0% |
| Police Officer | $60,130 | 24.3% |
| Plumber | $59,720 | 24.4% |
| HVAC Technician | $58,620 | 24.9% |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $58,340 | 25.0% |
| Market Research Analyst | $53,050 | 27.5% |
| Truck Driver | $49,360 | 29.6% |
| Carpenter | $46,920 | 31.1% |
| Firefighter | $37,620 | 38.8% |
| Customer Service Representative | $36,440 | 40.0% |
| Medical Assistant | $36,210 | 40.3% |
| Warehouse Worker | $34,970 | 41.7% |
| Nursing Assistant | $32,160 | 45.4% |
| Retail Salesperson | $28,990 | 50.3% |
| Restaurant Cook | $28,440 | 51.3% |
| Cashier | $25,760 | 56.6% |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $15,080 | 96.8% |
Is it cheaper to rent or buy in Bossier City?
Renting is cheaper right now: about $186 a month less.
Owning assumes a typical $202,100 home, 10% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% and about 1.5% a year for taxes and insurance. You would also need $20,210 for the down payment.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Bossier City, LA?
Renting in Bossier City costs a median of about $1,216 a month in 2026, including utilities. The Louisiana median is $1,165.
How much do I need to make to live in Bossier City?
To keep rent under 30% of income, you need about $48,640 a year, or $23 an hour at a full-time job.
Is Bossier City cheap or expensive?
Bossier City is rated OK: rent takes 24.2% of the typical household income of $60,201. It ranks 58th cheapest of 102 Louisiana cities we track.
How much are property taxes in Bossier City?
The median homeowner in Bossier City pays $1,245 a year in property taxes, about 0.62% of the median home value.
Is Bossier City more expensive than the national average?
Overall prices in the metro area are 15% below the U.S. average, according to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
How much does a house cost in Bossier City?
The median home value in Bossier City is $202,100, about 3.4 times the typical yearly household income.
62,901 people live in Bossier City. Numbers are typical (middle) values.