Shreveport, Louisiana

📍 👥 Pop. 186,183 🏠 ZIP 71101
70
/100
ReloCompare™
Median Income
$45,967
per household/year
Home Value
$168,900
median
Rent
$945
per month
Unemployment
4.2%
vs 3.7% national
Air Quality
23
Good
Internet
N/A
Mbps max • No fiber

📋 Living in Shreveport, LA — Overview

Very Affordable Mild Summers High Disaster Risk Clean Air

Shreveport, Louisiana scores 70.2/100 on ReloCompare™, indicating a solid overall quality of life across key metrics. With 186,183 residents, it's a mid-size city that balances urban amenities with a more manageable pace of life. The home price-to-income ratio of 3.7x is moderate, putting homeownership within reach for many working families. Winters are harsh with lows averaging 4°F — budget for heating costs and winter clothing. Natural disaster risk is elevated — FEMA has declared 21 disasters here in the past 20 years. Insurance costs may reflect this risk.

⚠️ High disaster zone — 21 federal declarations in 20 years
💰 Exceptional value — top-tier affordability score

Score Breakdown

💰 Affordability
90
Home Value: $168,900
Rent: $945/mo
Electricity: ¢/kWh
💼 Job Market
45
Unemployment: 4.2%
Median Income: $45,967
Job Growth: % YoY
🌡️ Climate
40
Summer High: 9.2°F
Winter Low: 3.8°F
Sunny Days: /year
🌿 Environment
100
Air Quality: AQI 23 (Good)
Toxic Sites: 0 in area
Water: No violations ✓
🌐 Infrastructure
50
Internet: N/A Mbps
Fiber: Not available
Solar: kWh/m²/day
⚠️ Natural Risks
95
Disasters (20yr): 21
Flood Zone: None
Earthquake: Low
🌿 Environment Analysis: Air quality in Shreveport is excellent with a current AQI of 23 — well within EPA's "Good" range, ideal for outdoor exercise and those with respiratory sensitivities.
⚠️ Safety Analysis: With 21 federal disaster declarations in 20 years, natural disaster risk in Shreveport is elevated. Budget for comprehensive insurance and consider flood zone status. Hurricane risk is rated High.
💰 Affordability Analysis: Housing in Shreveport is moderately priced with a price-to-income ratio of 3.7x. Renters allocate roughly 25% of median income to housing — manageable, but worth budgeting carefully for newcomers.
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Shreveport Weather & Climate Overview

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Annual precipitation: 0.5" • Sunny days: /year • Source: NOAA Climate Normals

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🎯 What Makes Shreveport Stand Out

Shreveport's strongest attributes are environment and safety, where it outperforms many comparable cities. Areas where Shreveport faces challenges include job market and climate — factors to weigh against its strengths when making your decision. Overall, Shreveport may be the best fit for budget-conscious families, safety-conscious retirees.


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