How much does it cost to rent in Bossier City, LA?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Bossier City, LA is $1,514. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Bossier City cheaper than other Louisiana cities?

Bossier City falls in the middle range for Louisiana, ranking #19 out of 46 cities at $1,514/mo.

When was Bossier City rent data last updated?

Bossier City rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

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Bossier City

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Pop. 62,901·19th most expensive in Louisiana·Bossier City rents are up 8.4% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$1,514/mo

Year-over-Year

+8.4%

Month-over-Month

-0.1%

vs US Median

-$451

Stable (Monthly)

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Bossier City · $1,514

More affordable than 75% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

43/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 3% above what Bossier City's 10-year trend predicts — running hotter than its own history.

Actual rent

$1,514/mo

Expected by trend

$1,464/mo

The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Bossier City's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$843

1 BR

$980

2 BR

$1,117

3 BR

$1,447

4 BR+

$1,530

Research median

$1,117/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost

$18,168/yr

At $1,514/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 8.4% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+8.4% YoY, -0.1% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Bossier City, LA is roughly split between renters and owners, has a median income below the national average, 24.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

62,901

Median income

$55,819

Median age

35.4

Renters

46.8%

Age distribution

23.7%

25.4%

24.6%

15.4%

Under 1823.7%

18–3425.4%

35–5424.6%

55–6410.9%

65+15.4%

Gender

48.6%

51.4%

Male48.6%

Female51.4%

Race & ethnicity

55.7%

27.8%

12.7%

White55.7%

Black27.8%

Hispanic12.7%

Asian2%

Other1.7%

Education (25+)

30.6%

34.7%

24.7%

No HS diploma10.1%

HS diploma30.6%

Some college34.7%

Bachelor's+24.7%

Housing tenure

53.2%

46.8%

Owner53.2%

Renter46.8%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How Bossier City, LA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,134 → $1,514

up 33.5%

Income

$50,027 → $55,819

up 11.6%

Population

63,168 → 62,901

down 0.4%

Renter share

46.4% → 46.8%

+0.4 pts

Bachelor's+

23.6% → 24.7%

+1.1 pts

Median age

34.7 → 35.4

+0.7 yrs

Across the past five years, the going rent in Bossier City, LA has shifted from $1,134 to $1,514, up 33.5% since 2021. Median household income climbed from $50,027 to $55,819 between 2021 and 2024, a 11.6% shift. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. Taken together, the five-year picture in Bossier City, LA reflects how housing costs and the people paying them have evolved through a stretch that included a pandemic, a hot rental market, and a recent cooling phase.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Bossier City on your salary?

At $1,514/mo, how Bossier City rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $82,198/yr · Rent = 22.1% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $58,360/yr · Rent = 31.1% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $67,225/yr · Rent = 27% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $120,156/yr · Rent = 15.1% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $153,529/yr · Rent = 11.8% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $54,645/yr · Rent = 33.2% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $49,338/yr · Rent = 36.8% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $60,813/yr · Rent = 29.9% income

affordable

By apartment size

Bossier City rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Bossier City. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

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About renting in Bossier City, LA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Bossier City is $1,514/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $843/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,117/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $980/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,447/mo.

At 33% of local median household income ($55,819/yr), Bossier City ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 8.4% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Bossier City an affordable city for renters?

Bossier City is considered moderate for renters. At $1,514/mo, rent takes approximately 33% of the local median household income ($55,819/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Bossier City slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Bossier City?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $61,000/year (~$29/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,514/mo in Bossier City. The local median household income is $55,819/yr, meaning the typical Bossier City household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Bossier City?

Rent in Bossier City has increased 8.4% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Bossier City neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Bossier City are 71115 ($1,437/mo), 71112 ($1,451/mo), and 71111 ($1,588/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Bossier City is $1,514/mo.

How does Bossier City rent compare to other cities in Louisiana?

Bossier City is middle-of-the-pack for Louisiana for rent, ranking #19 out of 46 tracked cities at $1,514/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Bossier City?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Bossier City ($1,514/mo): Shreveport ($1,170/mo), Texarkana ($1,239/mo), Marshall ($1,360/mo).

What percentage of Bossier City residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 46.8% of Bossier City households are renters, while 53.2% are owner-occupied. Bossier City leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Bossier City rent compare to the national average?

Bossier City's median rent of $1,514/mo is $451 (23%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Louisiana, it ranks #19 out of 46 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

33%

MODERATE

At $1,514/mo, rent takes ~33% of Bossier City's median household income ($55,819/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Bossier City 33%Benchmark 30%

State income tax1.85–4.25%

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