District 7, Louisiana
District 7 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
District 7 is a geographic entity located in Caddo Parish, Louisiana. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 17,188. The land area covers 16.78 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 17,188 | ±1,913 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 34.8 yrs | ±3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 7,420 | ±690 | 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 | 8,586 | ±691 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 7,420 | ±690 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,166 | ±271 |
| Median Home Value | $110,500 | ±$25,546 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,041 | ±$58 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $37,752 | ±$6,564 |
| Per Capita Income | $24,177 | ±$4,098 |
| Poverty Rate | 30.1% | ±6.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 5,167 | ±1,323 |
| Unemployment Rate | 12.4% | ±4.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 6,514 | ±1,037 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 83.6% | ±4.4% |
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 | KG-03 | Bossier City, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 08-12 | Benton, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-06 | Benton, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Benton, 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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Diesel Driving Academy-Shreveport
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College Vocational | 2.5 mi away | 3523 Greenwood Road, Shreveport, LA, 71109-5209 |
3186366300
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MOORETOWN BRANCH
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Library | 1.3 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 | 3.3 mi away | 2724 W. 70th Street, Shreveport, LA, 71108 |
3186352000
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WEST SHREVEPORT BRANCH
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Library | 1.9 mi away | 4380 PINES RD., SHREVEPORT, LA, 71119 |
(318) 635-0883
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Ayers Career College
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College Vocational | 3.8 mi away | 8820 Jewella Ave, Shreveport, LA, 71118 |
3188683000
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ATKINS BRANCH
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Library | 2.2 mi away | 3704 GREENWOOD RD., SHREVEPORT, LA, 71109 |
(318) 635-6222
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Digital Media Institute
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College | 3.9 mi away | 2031 Kings Highway, Shreveport, LA, 71103-3600 |
3182130788
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HOLLYWOOD/UNION AVE. BRANCH
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Library | 3.5 mi away | 2105 HOLLYWOOD AVE., SHREVEPORT, LA, 71108 |
(318) 636-5520
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Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center-Shreveport
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College | 4.5 mi away | 1501 Kings Hwy, Shreveport, LA, 71103 |
3186758769
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WALLETTE BRANCH
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Library | 4.4 mi away | 363 HEARNE AVENUE, SHREVEPORT, LA, 71103 |
(318) 425-3630
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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 0.9 miles from District 7. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shreveport city | City | 2.5 mi | — |
| Lakeview CDP | CDP | 4.2 mi | — |
| Greenwood town | Town | 7.6 mi | — |
| Blanchard town | Town | 10.0 mi | — |
| Bossier City city | City | 11.2 mi | — |
| Stonewall town | Town | 13.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2201795110. • 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.