District 4, Louisiana
District 4 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
District 4 is a geographic entity located in Bossier Parish, Louisiana. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 9,462. The land area covers 465.68 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,462 | ±837 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 41.3 yrs | ±2.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 3,113 | ±324 | 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 | 3,977 | ±295 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 3,113 | ±324 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 864 | ±250 |
| Median Home Value | $155,400 | ±$24,067 |
| Median Gross Rent | $549 | ±$346 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $60,546 | ±$8,177 |
| Per Capita Income | $26,860 | ±$2,600 |
| Poverty Rate | 18.7% | ±5.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,571 | ±489 |
| Unemployment Rate | 7.6% | ±3.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 3,453 | ±429 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 78.6% | ±5% |
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: 131,102 (2024)
ID: 165996
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: PARISH TREASURER
PO BOX 70, BENTON LA 71006-0070
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | Benton, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 08-12 | Benton, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-06 | Benton, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Benton, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | Springhill, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Springhill, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 04-08 | Shreveport, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Belcher, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | Benton, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | Bossier City, 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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Bossier Parish Community College
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College | 19.7 mi away | 6220 East Texas, Bossier City, LA, 71111-6922 |
3186786000
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PLAIN DEALING BRANCH
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Library | 7.2 mi away | 208 EAST MARY LEE, PLAIN DEALING, LA, 71064 |
(318) 326-4233
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VH Barber & Styling Academy
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College Vocational | 22.0 mi away | 1701 Old Minden Rd., Suite 19, Bossier City, LA, 71111-4409 |
3187470404
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SAREPTA BRANCH
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Library | 11.1 mi away | 24522 HIGHWAY 371, SAREPTA, LA, 71071 |
(318) 847-4992
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Southern University at Shreveport
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College | 22.9 mi away | 3050 Martin Luther King Dr, Shreveport, LA, 71107 |
3186706000
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COTTON VALLEY BRANCH
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Library | 11.8 mi away | 21241 HWY 371, COTTON VALLEY, LA, 71018 |
(318) 832-4290
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Belbo Beauty Institute
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College Vocational | 23.9 mi away | 1141 Shreveport Barksdale Highway, Shreveport, LA, 71105 |
3188655591226
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BENTON BRANCH
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Library | 12.1 mi away | 115 COURTHOUSE DRIVE, BENTON, LA, 71006 |
(318) 965-2751
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Centenary College of Louisiana
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College | 24.4 mi away | 2911 Centenary Boulevard, Shreveport, LA, 71104 |
3188695011
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GILLIAM BRANCH
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Library | 12.9 mi away | 12797 MAIN STREET, GILLIAM, LA, 71029 |
(318) 956-4427
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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 BENTON 5E, LA US, located 8.9 miles from District 4. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 55.2° | 34.2° | 44.7° | 4.80" | — |
| February | 59.5° | 38.4° | 49.0° | 4.85" | — |
| March | 67.7° | 44.7° | 56.2° | 5.24" | — |
| April | 75.1° | 52.8° | 63.9° | 5.18" | — |
| May | 82.0° | 62.1° | 72.1° | 4.63" | — |
| June | 88.7° | 70.2° | 79.4° | 4.39" | — |
| July | 92.4° | 73.4° | 82.9° | 3.81" | — |
| August | 93.0° | 71.7° | 82.3° | 3.12" | — |
| September | 87.5° | 64.7° | 76.1° | 3.67" | — |
| October | 76.9° | 52.9° | 64.9° | 4.73" | — |
| November | 64.9° | 43.8° | 54.3° | 4.34" | — |
| December | 57.2° | 36.2° | 46.7° | 5.25" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plain Dealing town | Town | 7.2 mi | — |
| Sarepta town | Town | 11.0 mi | — |
| Benton town | Town | 11.6 mi | — |
| Cotton Valley town | Town | 11.6 mi | — |
| Gilliam village | Village | 12.7 mi | — |
| Belcher village | Village | 13.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2201594582. • 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.