Bossier City, Louisiana, in Bossier county, is 179 miles E of Dallas, Texas. Part of the surrounding Shreveport - Bossier City metro area, thecity is not an isolated city.

Bossier City is located along the east bank of the Red River across from Shreveport in Northwest Louisiana.

There are many diverse attractions in our area. Barksdale Air Force Base, home of the 8th Air Force, is located within Bossier City limits. Bossier City is also home to three major riverboat casinos: Harrah's Horseshoe, Diamond Jacks, and Boomtown. Harrah's Louisiana Downs, a first-class thoroughbred racetrack with slot machines, is located on the east side of the city.

We invite you to take some time to visit our city and experience our outstanding quality of life, including beautiful parks and open spaces, cultural events, and great restaurants. From the fabulous Louisiana Boardwalk with its unique retail stores to world-class entertainment, Bossier City is poised to deliver a memorable experience to our guests. Step out onto the banks of the Red River and take in the glorious sights, sounds and sensations of Bossier City. Once you do, we believe you will agree that Bossier City is a great place to live, visit, work and raise a family.

Louisiana Boardwalk, located on the banks of the Red River in Bossier City, is the largest outlet/lifestyle/dining/entertainment destination in Louisiana. Boardwalk amenities include a clean air trolley that transports visitors and shoppers throughout the property; the only daily operating outdoor Louisiana Wildlife Carousel; a series of Disney-type water fountains; a state-of-the-art parking garage with escalators and glass elevators; the only riverfront dining in the area; a new 14-screen Regal Cinema; and a uniquely lit river promenade designed for outdoor concerts - all the foot of the longest neon covered bridge in the United States. The anchor tenant is Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World.

Whatever your interest -- from riverboat gaming to antique cars, gardening, or professional basketball -- Shreveport-Bossier is sure to please.

We welcome the opportunity for you to experience first-hand the warm, southern hospitality of Bossier City.

Housing Cost

Estimated median house/condo value in 2005: $97,700

Demographics

Estimated population in July 2006: 61,306. Bossier City covers 40.8 square miles. It sits at an elevation of 170 feet above sea level.

Zip codes: 71111, 71112

Weather

Bossier City, LA climate is hot during summer when temperatures tend to be in the 80's and cold during winter when temperatures tend to be in the 40's.

The warmest month of the year is August with an average maximum temperature of 93.40 degrees Fahrenheit, while the coldest month of the year is January with an average minimum temperature of 36.50 degrees Fahrenheit.

Temperature variations between night and day tend to be moderate during summer with a difference that can reach 21 degrees Fahrenheit, and moderate during winter with an average difference of 21 degrees Fahrenheit.

The annual average precipitation at Bossier City is 52.38 Inches. Rainfall in is fairly evenly distributed throughout the year. The wettest month of the year is December with an average rainfall of 5.00 Inches.

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