District 12, Louisiana
District 12 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
District 12 is a geographic entity located in Caddo Parish, Louisiana. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 21,945. The land area covers 96.32 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 21,945 | ±1,824 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 44.7 yrs | ±3.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 9,546 | ±775 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 11,067 | ±746 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 9,546 | ±775 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,521 | ±430 |
| Median Home Value | $170,200 | ±$12,682 |
| Median Gross Rent | $943 | ±$48 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $52,186 | ±$3,093 |
| Per Capita Income | $32,657 | ±$3,024 |
| Poverty Rate | 13.9% | ±3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 3,035 | ±695 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.9% | ±3.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 9,953 | ±992 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 88.8% | ±1.3% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 224,893 (2024)
ID: 165997
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: PARISH PRESIDENT
PO BOX 1127, SHREVEPORT LA 71163-1127
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Shreveport, LA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 02-12 | Shreveport, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 08-12 | Bossier City, LA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-08 | Shreveport, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Bossier City, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Shreveport, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 08-12 | Benton, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Shreveport, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-03 | Shreveport, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Shreveport, LA |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Ayers Career College
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College Vocational | 9.6 mi away | 8820 Jewella Ave, Shreveport, LA, 71118 |
3188683000
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HIGGINBOTHAM/BRYSON BRANCH
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Library | 0.8 mi away | 9359 GREENWOOD ROAD, GREENWOOD, LA, 71033 |
(318) 938-1451
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Diesel Driving Academy-Shreveport
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College Vocational | 9.9 mi away | 3523 Greenwood Road, Shreveport, LA, 71109-5209 |
3186366300
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WEST SHREVEPORT BRANCH
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Library | 5.6 mi away | 4380 PINES RD., SHREVEPORT, LA, 71119 |
(318) 635-0883
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Southern University at Shreveport
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College | 10.1 mi away | 3050 Martin Luther King Dr, Shreveport, LA, 71107 |
3186706000
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WASKOM PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.3 mi away | 103 WASKOM AVE, WASKOM, TX, 75692 |
(903) 687-3041
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Remington College-Shreveport Campus
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College | 10.1 mi away | 2106 Bert Kouns Industrial Loop, Shreveport, LA, 71118 |
3186714000
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MOORETOWN BRANCH
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Library | 8.6 mi away | 4360 HOLLYWOOD, SHREVEPORT, LA, 71109 |
(318) 636-5524
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Bos-Man's Barber College
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College Vocational | 10.3 mi away | 2724 W. 70th Street, Shreveport, LA, 71108 |
3186352000
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ATKINS BRANCH
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Library | 9.6 mi away | 3704 GREENWOOD RD., SHREVEPORT, LA, 71109 |
(318) 635-6222
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at SHREVEPORT WFO, LA US, located 6.9 miles from District 12. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 56.4° | 37.1° | 46.7° | 4.24" | 0.3" |
| February | 60.1° | 40.5° | 50.3° | 4.46" | 1.0" |
| March | 68.3° | 47.4° | 57.8° | 5.00" | 0.1" |
| April | 75.0° | 53.7° | 64.4° | 5.17" | 0.0" |
| May | 82.5° | 63.3° | 72.9° | 4.51" | 0.0" |
| June | 88.7° | 69.8° | 79.2° | 4.64" | 0.0" |
| July | 92.1° | 73.2° | 82.6° | 3.53" | 0.0" |
| August | 93.0° | 73.1° | 83.1° | 3.03" | 0.0" |
| September | 87.2° | 66.5° | 76.8° | 3.95" | 0.0" |
| October | 77.4° | 55.3° | 66.3° | 5.09" | 0.0" |
| November | 66.1° | 45.2° | 55.7° | 4.31" | 0.0" |
| December | 57.3° | 38.7° | 48.0° | 5.03" | 0.0" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greenwood town | Town | 1.0 mi | — |
| Waskom city | City | 6.5 mi | — |
| Lakeview CDP | CDP | 9.4 mi | — |
| Shreveport city | City | 9.9 mi | — |
| Blanchard town | Town | 11.8 mi | — |
| Stonewall town | Town | 15.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2201795617. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.