What are the hidden costs of living in Shreveport?

Higher homeowners insurance due to crime risk Potential maintenance costs if older homes Parking fees in city center

What is the median home price in Shreveport?

The median home price in Shreveport is approximately $90,000.

Is Shreveport walkable?

Shreveport has a Walk Score of 7 out of 100. Most errands require a car.

Shreveport, LA

Updated April 30, 2026 · Would You Live There?

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Verdict

$90K

Median Price

7/100

Walk Score

7.3/10

Schools

15 min

to Shreveport downtown

Score Breakdown

FWalkability

7/100

FSafety

18/100

FQuietness

30/100

CAffordability

63/100

BSchools

73/100

ACommute

100/100

WYLT Score49/100

Our Take

Shreveport offers cheap housing but suffers from very low walkability, high violent crime, and limited transit. It’s best if you’re looking for budget homes and don’t mind the safety and amenities trade‑offs.

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The Good

✓Low home price (~$90k)
✓High school ratings average 7.3
✓Low flood risk
✓Good local amenities in city center

Real Talk

!High violent crime
!High property crime
!Poor walkability
!Limited transit
!Limited job market
$Higher homeowners insurance due to crime risk
$Potential maintenance costs if older homes
$Parking fees in city center

Best For

budget buyersfirst time homeownersstudentspeople who plan to commute by carlow income families

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskLow

Violent crimeHigh

Property crimeHigh

Air qualityModerate

Price volatilityModerate

Crime & Safety

Shreveport, LA

Safety grade

Safety score18 / 100

High riskVery safe

⚠️Violent Crime

High

9.2incidents / 1,000 residents / yr

0Natl avg (3.7)11+

149% higher than the national average

🔒Property Crime

High

38.4incidents / 1,000 residents / yr

0Natl avg (19.5)59+

97% higher than the national average

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Rates are estimated from neighborhood characteristics using national FBI baselines. Actual figures vary by block — always verify with local sources before making decisions.

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