Southern hospitality is alive and well in Bossier City. Friendly neighbors and affordable housing are hallmarks of our community. In fact, Shreveport-Bossier has a cost of living lower than the national average, according to the American Chamber of Commerce research Association (ACCRA) Cost of Living Index, used by the U.S. Census Bureau and leading economists. Statistics also show that Shreveport and Bossier City have the lowest utility fees, movie fares and gasoline prices in Louisiana.

Life in Bossier Parish presents a pretty picture - prosperous and progressive! The Louisiana Garden Club Federation, Inc., named Bossier City the state's Cleanest City. Bossier City has received this award five out of the six times it has competed for the honor.

Each year, Bossier City enjoys new growth. The population of Bossier Parish increased 15 percent from 1990 to 2002. The nearby communities of Haughton and Benton are experiencing suburban-style growth as well.

Bossier City has many housing options open to new residents from apartments to gated communities. The following list of local realtors can help you find the housing option that works for you or visit the Northwest Louisiana Association of Realtors.