Caddo Parish, LA
Caddo Parish Map
Caddo Parish Overview
236,259
TOTAL POPULATION
112,058
MALE POPULATION
124,201
FEMALE POPULATION
90.22
MALES / 100 FEMALES
110.84
FEMALES / 100 MALES
38.7
MEDIAN AGE
3.2
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$31,612
PER CAPITA INCOME
$64,417
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$47,572
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
32.9%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
67.1¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$10,701
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.52
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
106,382
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
56.9%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
8.6%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Caddo Parish Area Codes
Race in Caddo Parish
The most populous races in Caddo Parish are Black / African American (116,373 | 49.3%), White / Caucasian (105,210 | 44.5%), and Two or more Races (8,546 | 3.6%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 3,012 | 1.3% |
| Black / African American | 116,373 | 49.3% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 152 | 0.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 7,200 | 3.0% |
| Native / Alaskan | 689 | 0.3% |
| White / Caucasian | 105,210 | 44.5% |
| Two or more Races | 8,546 | 3.6% |
| Some other Race | 2,277 | 1.0% |
| Total | 236,259 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Caddo Parish
The most populous ancestries reported in Caddo Parish are American (19,096 | 8.1%), English (16,071 | 6.8%), Irish (12,466 | 5.3%), German (10,602 | 4.5%), and French (5,717 | 2.4%), together accounting for 27.1% of all Caddo Parish residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 2,713 | 1.1% |
| American | 19,096 | 8.1% |
| Apache | 58 | 0.0% |
| Arab | 310 | 0.1% |
| Argentinean | 55 | 0.0% |
| Armenian | 17 | 0.0% |
| Assyrian / Chaldean / Syriac | 23 | 0.0% |
| Austrian | 57 | 0.0% |
| Basque | 14 | 0.0% |
| Belgian | 133 | 0.1% |
| Bhutanese | 85 | 0.0% |
| Blackfeet | 52 | 0.0% |
| Brazilian | 3 | 0.0% |
| British | 762 | 0.3% |
| Bulgarian | 20 | 0.0% |
| Burmese | 301 | 0.1% |
| Cajun | 553 | 0.2% |
| Canadian | 14 | 0.0% |
| Central American | 1,124 | 0.5% |
| Central American Indian | 24 | 0.0% |
| Cherokee | 461 | 0.2% |
| Chickasaw | 38 | 0.0% |
| Choctaw | 104 | 0.0% |
| Colombian | 31 | 0.0% |
| Comanche | 12 | 0.0% |
| Costa Rican | 116 | 0.1% |
| Creek | 46 | 0.0% |
| Croatian | 69 | 0.0% |
| Cuban | 73 | 0.0% |
| Czech | 87 | 0.0% |
| Czechoslovakian | 70 | 0.0% |
| Danish | 134 | 0.1% |
| Dominican | 42 | 0.0% |
| Dutch | 773 | 0.3% |
| Dutch West Indian | 9 | 0.0% |
| Eastern European | 207 | 0.1% |
| Ecuadorian | 20 | 0.0% |
| English | 16,071 | 6.8% |
| European | 1,679 | 0.7% |
| Finnish | 18 | 0.0% |
| French | 5,717 | 2.4% |
| French American Indian | 52 | 0.0% |
| French Canadian | 1,207 | 0.5% |
| German | 10,602 | 4.5% |
| Ghanaian | 4 | 0.0% |
| Greek | 148 | 0.1% |
| Guamanian / Chamorro | 116 | 0.1% |
| Guatemalan | 153 | 0.1% |
| Guyanese | 25 | 0.0% |
| Haitian | 98 | 0.0% |
| Honduran | 584 | 0.3% |
| Houma | 100 | 0.0% |
| Hungarian | 127 | 0.1% |
| Icelander | 38 | 0.0% |
| Indian (Asian) | 1,061 | 0.4% |
| Iranian | 48 | 0.0% |
| Irish | 12,466 | 5.3% |
| Israeli | 24 | 0.0% |
| Italian | 3,433 | 1.5% |
| Jamaican | 68 | 0.0% |
| Japanese | 95 | 0.0% |
| Kenyan | 257 | 0.1% |
| Korean | 1,371 | 0.6% |
| Lebanese | 174 | 0.1% |
| Lithuanian | 83 | 0.0% |
| Maltese | 13 | 0.0% |
| Mexican | 4,354 | 1.8% |
| Mexican American Indian | 7 | 0.0% |
| Moroccan | 2 | 0.0% |
| Native Hawaiian | 176 | 0.1% |
| Navajo | 68 | 0.0% |
| Nicaraguan | 86 | 0.0% |
| Nigerian | 101 | 0.0% |
| Northern European | 308 | 0.1% |
| Norwegian | 426 | 0.2% |
| Osage | 31 | 0.0% |
| Pakistani | 32 | 0.0% |
| Palestinian | 76 | 0.0% |
| Panamanian | 140 | 0.1% |
| Peruvian | 36 | 0.0% |
| Polish | 597 | 0.3% |
| Portuguese | 183 | 0.1% |
| Potawatomi | 14 | 0.0% |
| Puerto Rican | 476 | 0.2% |
| Romanian | 80 | 0.0% |
| Russian | 279 | 0.1% |
| Salvadoran | 45 | 0.0% |
| Samoan | 166 | 0.1% |
| Scandinavian | 489 | 0.2% |
| Scotch-Irish | 1,689 | 0.7% |
| Scottish | 4,410 | 1.9% |
| Senegalese | 20 | 0.0% |
| Sioux | 5 | 0.0% |
| Slavic | 5 | 0.0% |
| Slovak | 37 | 0.0% |
| Slovene | 22 | 0.0% |
| South American | 186 | 0.1% |
| Spaniard | 189 | 0.1% |
| Spanish | 517 | 0.2% |
| Spanish American | 10 | 0.0% |
| Spanish American Indian | 7 | 0.0% |
| Sri Lankan | 704 | 0.3% |
| Subsaharan African | 3,147 | 1.3% |
| Swedish | 484 | 0.2% |
| Swiss | 102 | 0.0% |
| Syrian | 33 | 0.0% |
| Thai | 403 | 0.2% |
| Trinidadian and Tobagonian | 68 | 0.0% |
| Turkish | 19 | 0.0% |
| Ukrainian | 40 | 0.0% |
| Uruguayan | 44 | 0.0% |
| Vietnamese | 62 | 0.0% |
| Welsh | 955 | 0.4% |
| West Indian | 54 | 0.0% |
| Yugoslavian | 40 | 0.0% | View All 115 Rows |
Immigrants in Caddo Parish
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Caddo Parish came from Asia (2,245 | 0.9%), Latin America (1,763 | 0.7%), Central America (1,421 | 0.6%), South Eastern Asia (1,004 | 0.4%), and Mexico (903 | 0.4%), together accounting for 3.1% of all Caddo Parish residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 299 | 0.1% |
| Argentina | 61 | 0.0% |
| Asia | 2,245 | 0.9% |
| Bahamas | 11 | 0.0% |
| Bangladesh | 68 | 0.0% |
| Belgium | 21 | 0.0% |
| Brazil | 3 | 0.0% |
| Canada | 98 | 0.0% |
| Caribbean | 177 | 0.1% |
| Central America | 1,421 | 0.6% |
| China | 417 | 0.2% |
| Colombia | 14 | 0.0% |
| Costa Rica | 71 | 0.0% |
| Cuba | 49 | 0.0% |
| Dominican Republic | 33 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Africa | 209 | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 457 | 0.2% |
| Eastern Europe | 331 | 0.1% |
| Ecuador | 10 | 0.0% |
| El Salvador | 45 | 0.0% |
| England | 59 | 0.0% |
| Europe | 804 | 0.3% |
| France | 44 | 0.0% |
| Germany | 207 | 0.1% |
| Ghana | 4 | 0.0% |
| Greece | 13 | 0.0% |
| Guatemala | 111 | 0.1% |
| Haiti | 11 | 0.0% |
| Honduras | 203 | 0.1% |
| Hong Kong | 69 | 0.0% |
| India | 324 | 0.1% |
| Iran | 39 | 0.0% |
| Italy | 14 | 0.0% |
| Jamaica | 29 | 0.0% |
| Japan | 40 | 0.0% |
| Kenya | 191 | 0.1% |
| Latin America | 1,763 | 0.7% |
| Mexico | 903 | 0.4% |
| Morocco | 2 | 0.0% |
| Nepal | 208 | 0.1% |
| Netherlands | 35 | 0.0% |
| Nicaragua | 68 | 0.0% |
| Nigeria | 36 | 0.0% |
| Northern Africa | 19 | 0.0% |
| Northern Europe | 131 | 0.1% |
| Norway | 20 | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 11 | 0.0% |
| Pakistan | 93 | 0.0% |
| Panama | 20 | 0.0% |
| Philippines | 451 | 0.2% |
| Poland | 8 | 0.0% |
| Romania | 103 | 0.0% |
| Russia | 211 | 0.1% |
| Saudi Arabia | 18 | 0.0% |
| Singapore | 152 | 0.1% |
| South America | 165 | 0.1% |
| South Central Asia | 732 | 0.3% |
| South Eastern Asia | 1,004 | 0.4% |
| Southern Europe | 35 | 0.0% |
| Spain | 8 | 0.0% |
| Sweden | 18 | 0.0% |
| Taiwan | 26 | 0.0% |
| Thailand | 26 | 0.0% |
| Trinidad and Tobago | 33 | 0.0% |
| Turkey | 19 | 0.0% |
| Uruguay | 77 | 0.0% |
| Vietnam | 375 | 0.2% |
| Western Africa | 40 | 0.0% |
| Western Asia | 37 | 0.0% |
| Western Europe | 307 | 0.1% |
| Zimbabwe | 18 | 0.0% | View All 71 Rows |
Sex and Age in Caddo Parish
Sex and Age in Caddo Parish
The most populous age groups in Caddo Parish are 10 to 14 Years (8,815 | 7.9%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (8,333 | 6.7%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 7,490 (6.7%) | 7,423 (6.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 7,134 (6.4%) | 7,563 (6.1%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 8,815 (7.9%) | 7,997 (6.4%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 7,548 (6.7%) | 7,374 (5.9%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 6,817 (6.1%) | 7,232 (5.8%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 7,555 (6.7%) | 7,987 (6.4%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 7,579 (6.8%) | 8,201 (6.6%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 6,897 (6.1%) | 8,042 (6.5%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 7,212 (6.4%) | 7,372 (5.9%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 6,257 (5.6%) | 7,231 (5.8%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 6,313 (5.6%) | 6,954 (5.6%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 6,821 (6.1%) | 8,052 (6.5%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 7,696 (6.9%) | 8,333 (6.7%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 5,968 (5.3%) | 7,788 (6.3%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 5,320 (4.8%) | 6,072 (4.9%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 3,339 (3.0%) | 3,694 (3.0%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 1,660 (1.5%) | 2,902 (2.3%) |
| 85 Years and over | 1,637 (1.5%) | 3,984 (3.2%) |
| Total | 112,058 (100.0%) | 124,201 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Caddo Parish
Median Family Size in Caddo Parish
The median family size in Caddo Parish is 3.24 persons per family, with single female/mother families (17,547 | 31.2%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.55 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (4,946 | 8.8%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.97 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 33,747 (60.0%) | 3.11 |
| Single Male/Father | 4,946 (8.8%) | 2.97 |
| Single Female/Mother | 17,547 (31.2%) | 3.55 |
| Total Families | 56,240 (100.0%) | 3.24 |
Median Household Size in Caddo Parish
The median household size in Caddo Parish is 2.45 persons per household, with single female/mother households (17,547 | 18.6%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.67 persons per household. non-family households (38,235 | 40.5%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.17 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 33,747 (35.7%) | 3.14 |
| Single Male/Father | 4,946 (5.2%) | 3.31 |
| Single Female/Mother | 17,547 (18.6%) | 3.67 |
| Non-family | 38,235 (40.5%) | 1.17 |
| Total Households | 94,475 (100.0%) | 2.45 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Caddo Parish
Out of a total of 94,475 households in Caddo Parish, 56,240 (59.5%) are family households, while 38,235 (40.5%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 26,768, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 33,218.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 33,218 (35.2%) |
| 2-Person Households | 26,768 (28.3%) | 4,363 (4.6%) |
| 3-Person Households | 13,711 (14.5%) | 483 (0.5%) |
| 4-Person Households | 9,469 (10.0%) | 124 (0.1%) |
| 5-Person Households | 4,584 (4.9%) | 47 (0.1%) |
| 6-Person Households | 1,033 (1.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 675 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 56,240 (59.5%) | 38,235 (40.5%) |
Female Fertility in Caddo Parish
Fertility by Age in Caddo Parish
Average fertility rate in Caddo Parish is 47.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 89.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 79.7% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 112 (4.3%) | 15.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 2,090 (79.7%) | 89.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 421 (16.1%) | 17.0 |
| Total | 2,623 (100.0%) | 47.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Caddo Parish
45.7% of women with births (2,623) in Caddo Parish are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 33.7% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 112 (100.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 922 (44.1%) | 1,168 (55.9%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 279 (66.3%) | 142 (33.7%) |
| Total | 1,199 (45.7%) | 1,424 (54.3%) |
Fertility by Education in Caddo Parish
Average fertility rate in Caddo Parish is 47.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of high school diploma have the highest fertility rate of 53.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of less than high school have the lowest fertility at 39.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 38.5% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 416 (15.9%) | 39.0 |
| High School Diploma | 726 (27.7%) | 53.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 1,009 (38.5%) | 51.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 288 (11.0%) | 43.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 184 (7.0%) | 40.0 |
| Total | 2,623 (100.0%) | 47.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Caddo Parish
54.3% of women with births in Caddo Parish are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 85.3% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 61 (14.7%) | 355 (85.3%) |
| High School Diploma | 121 (16.7%) | 605 (83.3%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 576 (57.1%) | 433 (42.9%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 288 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 154 (83.7%) | 30 (16.3%) |
| Total | 1,199 (45.7%) | 1,424 (54.3%) |
Income in Caddo Parish
Income Overview in Caddo Parish
Per Capita Income in Caddo Parish is $31,612, while median incomes of families and households are $64,417 and $47,572 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 236,259 | $31,612 |
| Median Family Income | 56,240 | $64,417 |
| Mean Family Income | 56,240 | $93,870 |
| Median Household Income | 94,475 | $47,572 |
| Mean Household Income | 94,475 | $75,055 |
| Income Deficit | 56,240 | $10,701 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 236,259 | 32.92% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 236,259 | 67.08¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 236,259 | 0.52 |
Earnings by Sex in Caddo Parish
Average Earnings in Caddo Parish are $33,523, $41,644 for men and $27,936 for women, a difference of 32.9%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 53,340 (49.0%) | $41,644 |
| Female | 55,412 (50.9%) | $27,936 |
| Total | 108,752 (100.0%) | $33,523 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Caddo Parish
The most common earnings brackets in Caddo Parish are $100,000+ for men (7,882 | 14.8%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (5,630 | 10.2%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 1,879 (3.5%) | 3,741 (6.8%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 1,666 (3.1%) | 2,154 (3.9%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 1,698 (3.2%) | 2,277 (4.1%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 1,476 (2.8%) | 1,936 (3.5%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 1,669 (3.1%) | 2,489 (4.5%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 2,001 (3.7%) | 2,562 (4.6%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 1,894 (3.5%) | 2,363 (4.3%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 1,129 (2.1%) | 2,020 (3.6%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 1,460 (2.7%) | 2,374 (4.3%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 2,171 (4.1%) | 2,411 (4.3%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 2,848 (5.3%) | 5,630 (10.2%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 3,186 (6.0%) | 3,728 (6.7%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 2,855 (5.3%) | 2,305 (4.2%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 2,179 (4.1%) | 2,459 (4.4%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 2,798 (5.2%) | 3,087 (5.6%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 2,192 (4.1%) | 2,015 (3.6%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 4,034 (7.6%) | 4,500 (8.1%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 3,045 (5.7%) | 2,003 (3.6%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 5,278 (9.9%) | 3,007 (5.4%) |
| $100,000+ | 7,882 (14.8%) | 2,351 (4.2%) |
| Total | 53,340 (100.0%) | 55,412 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Caddo Parish
Average earnings in Caddo Parish are $45,961 for men and $30,911 for women, a difference of 32.8%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $82,830, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $29,321. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $57,853, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $16,950.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $29,321 | $16,950 |
| High School Diploma | $36,387 | $25,905 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $44,617 | $28,244 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $72,027 | $49,064 |
| Graduate Degree | $82,830 | $57,853 |
| Total | $45,961 | $30,911 |
Family Income in Caddo Parish
Family Income Brackets in Caddo Parish
According to the Caddo Parish family income data, there are 9,448 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 16.8% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 2,193 families (3.9%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 2,756 | 4.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 2,193 | 3.9% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 5,849 | 10.4% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 4,724 | 8.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 6,861 | 12.2% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 9,448 | 16.8% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 7,086 | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 8,548 | 15.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 4,274 | 7.6% |
| $200,000+ | 4,499 | 8.0% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Caddo Parish
7+ person families (541 | 1.0%) account for the highest median family income in Caddo Parish with $85,461 per family, while 2-person families (28,387 | 50.5%) have the highest median income of $30,320 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 28,387 (50.5%) | $60,641 |
| 3-Person Families | 13,408 (23.8%) | $68,122 |
| 4-Person Families | 8,833 (15.7%) | $72,533 |
| 5-Person Families | 4,097 (7.3%) | $81,979 |
| 6-Person Families | 974 (1.7%) | $63,685 |
| 7+ Person Families | 541 (1.0%) | $85,461 |
| Total | 56,240 (100.0%) | $64,417 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Caddo Parish
The median family income in Caddo Parish is $64,417, with families comprising 3+ earners (3,902) having the highest median family income of $116,716, while families with no earners (10,738) have the lowest median family income of $29,089, accounting for 6.9% and 19.1% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 10,738 (19.1%) | $29,089 |
| 1 Earner | 21,770 (38.7%) | $47,201 |
| 2 Earners | 19,830 (35.3%) | $99,986 |
| 3+ Earners | 3,902 (6.9%) | $116,716 |
| Total | 56,240 (100.0%) | $64,417 |
Household Income in Caddo Parish
Household Income Brackets in Caddo Parish
With 15,116 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Caddo Parish, accounting for 16.0% of all households. In contrast, only 5,196 households (5.5%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 7,464 | 7.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 6,802 | 7.2% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 13,038 | 13.8% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 9,164 | 9.7% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 12,282 | 13.0% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 15,116 | 16.0% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 9,636 | 10.2% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 10,581 | 11.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 5,196 | 5.5% |
| $200,000+ | 5,291 | 5.6% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Caddo Parish
The median household income in Caddo Parish is $47,572, with the highest median household income of $54,794 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 33,136 households (35.1%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $27,768, with 3,325 households (3.5%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 3,325 (3.5%) | $27,768 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 30,729 (32.5%) | $47,951 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 33,136 (35.1%) | $54,794 |
| 65+ Years | 27,285 (28.9%) | $44,054 |
| Total | 94,475 (100.0%) | $47,572 |
Poverty in Caddo Parish
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Caddo Parish
With 20.0% poverty level for males and 23.7% for females among the residents of Caddo Parish, under 5 year old males and 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 2,713 males (36.7%) and 720 females (35.1%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 2,713 (36.7%) | 2,341 (32.0%) |
| 5 Years | 312 (25.1%) | 720 (35.1%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 3,162 (35.7%) | 2,687 (32.2%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 1,327 (23.3%) | 1,463 (28.9%) |
| 15 Years | 445 (29.4%) | 300 (22.2%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 617 (20.0%) | 756 (22.9%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 2,259 (24.3%) | 3,250 (33.4%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 2,809 (19.3%) | 4,981 (31.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,185 (15.9%) | 2,968 (19.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,485 (12.0%) | 2,696 (19.1%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2,491 (17.5%) | 3,257 (20.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,425 (12.9%) | 1,972 (14.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 590 (9.3%) | 1,614 (16.3%) |
| Total | 21,820 (20.0%) | 29,005 (23.7%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Caddo Parish
According to the poverty statistics in Caddo Parish, males aged 75 years and over and females aged 65 to 74 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 90.7% of males and 85.4% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 4,682 (63.3%) | 4,969 (68.0%) |
| 5 Years | 931 (74.9%) | 1,330 (64.9%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 5,699 (64.3%) | 5,651 (67.8%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 4,368 (76.7%) | 3,602 (71.1%) |
| 15 Years | 1,067 (70.6%) | 1,054 (77.8%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 2,475 (80.0%) | 2,543 (77.1%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 7,045 (75.7%) | 6,484 (66.6%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 11,778 (80.7%) | 11,078 (69.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 11,539 (84.1%) | 12,294 (80.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 10,931 (88.0%) | 11,420 (80.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 11,713 (82.5%) | 12,992 (80.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 9,602 (87.1%) | 11,549 (85.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 5,744 (90.7%) | 8,272 (83.7%) |
| Total | 87,574 (80.0%) | 93,238 (76.3%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Caddo Parish
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Caddo Parish show that 5.4% or 1,823 of the total 33,747 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 44.1%, comprising of 56 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 4.2%, which includes 416 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 20,559 (95.1%) | 1,069 (4.9%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 9,396 (95.8%) | 416 (4.2%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 1,898 (87.1%) | 282 (12.9%) |
| 5 or more Children | 71 (55.9%) | 56 (44.1%) |
| Total | 31,924 (94.6%) | 1,823 (5.4%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Caddo Parish
According to the poverty data in Caddo Parish, 29.5% or 1,461 single-father households and 35.1% or 6,152 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 206 households (47.2%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 117 households (71.8%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 505 (21.2%) | 1,067 (16.9%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 750 (35.2%) | 3,152 (37.4%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 206 (47.2%) | 1,816 (68.5%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 117 (71.8%) |
| Total | 1,461 (29.5%) | 6,152 (35.1%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Caddo Parish
The poverty data for Caddo Parish shows that 1,823 of the married-couple family households (5.4%) and 7,613 of the single-parent households (33.9%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 56 households (44.1%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 117 household (71.8%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 1,069 (4.9%) | 1,572 (18.1%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 416 (4.2%) | 3,902 (37.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 282 (12.9%) | 2,022 (65.5%) |
| 5 or more Children | 56 (44.1%) | 117 (71.8%) |
| Total | 1,823 (5.4%) | 7,613 (33.9%) |
Employment Characteristics in Caddo Parish
Employment by Class of Employer in Caddo Parish
Among the 95,321 employed individuals in Caddo Parish, private company employees (61,673 | 64.7%), not-for-profit organizations (8,621 | 9.0%), and local government employees (7,095 | 7.4%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 61,673 | 64.7% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 3,919 | 4.1% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 4,822 | 5.1% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 8,621 | 9.0% |
| Local Government Employees | 7,095 | 7.4% |
| State Government Employees | 5,388 | 5.7% |
| Federal Government Employees | 3,510 | 3.7% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 293 | 0.3% |
| Total | 95,321 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Caddo Parish
According to the labor force statistics for Caddo Parish, out of the total population over 16 years of age (186,963), 56.9% or 106,382 individuals are in the labor force, with 8.6% or 9,149 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 81.0% or 23,914 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 33.3% or 1,175 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 3,530 (29.3%) | 1,175 (33.3%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 9,300 (66.2%) | 1,637 (17.6%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 12,014 (77.3%) | 1,165 (9.7%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 12,387 (78.5%) | 1,140 (9.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 23,914 (81.0%) | 1,530 (6.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 20,334 (76.0%) | 1,342 (6.6%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 9,415 (63.3%) | 706 (7.5%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 7,325 (45.7%) | 205 (2.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 6,740 (26.8%) | 189 (2.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,412 (8.2%) | 103 (7.3%) |
| Total | 106,382 (56.9%) | 9,149 (8.6%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Caddo Parish
According to labor force statistics for Caddo Parish, 72.1% of individuals (85,440) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (118,502) are in the labor force, with 7.1% or 6,066 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 84.1% or 23,492 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 19.4% or 1,409 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 7,261 (49.3%) | 2,857 (19.4%) |
| High School Diploma | 25,153 (66.4%) | 3,371 (8.9%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 29,493 (77.7%) | 2,695 (7.1%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 23,492 (84.1%) | 391 (1.4%) |
| Total | 85,440 (72.1%) | 8,414 (7.1%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Caddo Parish
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Caddo Parish are Community & Social Service (11,927 | 12.3%), Management (8,266 | 8.6%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (7,867 | 8.2%), Education Instruction & Library (6,792 | 7.0%), and Health Technologists (4,651 | 4.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Caddo Parish, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (91.1%), Computers, Engineering & Science (77.3%), and Computers & Mathematics (69.4%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (75.0%), Education Instruction & Library (74.9%), and Community & Social Service (69.6%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 4,566 (55.2%) | 3,700 (44.8%) |
| Business & Financial | 1,081 (32.7%) | 2,223 (67.3%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 2,823 (77.3%) | 830 (22.7%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 1,051 (69.4%) | 463 (30.6%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 1,338 (91.1%) | 131 (8.9%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 434 (64.8%) | 236 (35.2%) |
| Community & Social Service | 3,622 (30.4%) | 8,305 (69.6%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 901 (34.8%) | 1,686 (65.2%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 603 (48.2%) | 648 (51.8%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 1,706 (25.1%) | 5,086 (74.9%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 412 (31.8%) | 885 (68.2%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 1,963 (24.9%) | 5,904 (75.0%) |
| Health Technologists | 1,451 (31.2%) | 3,200 (68.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 14,055 (40.1%) | 20,962 (59.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 47,482 (49.2%) | 49,096 (50.8%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Caddo Parish are Food Preparation & Serving (5,774 | 6.0%), Healthcare Support (4,419 | 4.6%), Cleaning & Maintenance (3,979 | 4.1%), Personal Care & Service (3,748 | 3.9%), and Security & Protection (3,341 | 3.5%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Caddo Parish, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (86.0%), Security & Protection (78.4%), and Firefighting & Prevention (73.4%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (87.5%), Personal Care & Service (64.9%), and Food Preparation & Serving (52.5%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 552 (12.5%) | 3,867 (87.5%) |
| Security & Protection | 2,621 (78.4%) | 720 (21.5%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 1,476 (73.4%) | 534 (26.6%) |
| Law Enforcement | 1,145 (86.0%) | 186 (14.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 2,745 (47.5%) | 3,029 (52.5%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 2,059 (51.7%) | 1,920 (48.2%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 1,317 (35.1%) | 2,431 (64.9%) |
| Total (Category) | 9,294 (43.7%) | 11,967 (56.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 47,482 (49.2%) | 49,096 (50.8%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Caddo Parish are Office & Administration (10,587 | 11.0%), and Sales & Related (9,776 | 10.1%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 4,197 (42.9%) | 5,579 (57.1%) |
| Office & Administration | 2,519 (23.8%) | 8,068 (76.2%) |
| Total (Category) | 6,716 (33.0%) | 13,647 (67.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 47,482 (49.2%) | 49,096 (50.8%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Caddo Parish are Construction & Extraction (4,844 | 5.0%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (2,807 | 2.9%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (125 | 0.1%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 119 (95.2%) | 6 (4.8%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 4,678 (96.6%) | 166 (3.4%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 2,759 (98.3%) | 48 (1.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 7,556 (97.2%) | 220 (2.8%) |
| Total (Overall) | 47,482 (49.2%) | 49,096 (50.8%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Caddo Parish are Transportation (4,433 | 4.6%), Production (4,357 | 4.5%), and Material Moving (3,371 | 3.5%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 3,502 (80.4%) | 855 (19.6%) |
| Transportation | 3,621 (81.7%) | 812 (18.3%) |
| Material Moving | 2,738 (81.2%) | 633 (18.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 9,861 (81.1%) | 2,300 (18.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 47,482 (49.2%) | 49,096 (50.8%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Caddo Parish
Employment Industries in Caddo Parish
The major employment industries in Caddo Parish include Health Care & Social Assistance (17,036 | 17.6%), Retail Trade (11,600 | 12.0%), Educational Services (9,269 | 9.6%), Accommodation & Food Services (7,478 | 7.7%), and Manufacturing (5,374 | 5.6%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Caddo Parish
The Caddo Parish industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (96.2%), Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (94.6%), and Construction (89.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Enterprise Management (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (79.6%), and Educational Services (70.2%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 582 (96.2%) | 23 (3.8%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 1,632 (94.6%) | 94 (5.4%) |
| Construction | 4,737 (89.0%) | 583 (11.0%) |
| Manufacturing | 4,487 (83.5%) | 887 (16.5%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 2,107 (81.2%) | 487 (18.8%) |
| Retail Trade | 5,173 (44.6%) | 6,427 (55.4%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 3,537 (75.6%) | 1,144 (24.4%) |
| Utilities | 809 (75.6%) | 261 (24.4%) |
| Information | 554 (54.3%) | 466 (45.7%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 1,095 (33.4%) | 2,180 (66.6%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 1,015 (53.4%) | 885 (46.6%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 2,262 (49.6%) | 2,294 (50.3%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (100.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 2,759 (54.1%) | 2,344 (45.9%) |
| Educational Services | 2,767 (29.8%) | 6,502 (70.2%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 3,470 (20.4%) | 13,566 (79.6%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 989 (37.7%) | 1,638 (62.4%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 3,469 (46.4%) | 4,009 (53.6%) |
| Public Administration | 3,166 (60.1%) | 2,101 (39.9%) |
| Total | 47,482 (49.2%) | 49,096 (50.8%) |
Education in Caddo Parish
School Enrollment in Caddo Parish
The most common levels of schooling among the 57,431 students in Caddo Parish are middle school (12,992 | 22.6%), high school (12,927 | 22.5%), and elementary school (11,663 | 20.3%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 4,091 | 7.1% |
| Kindergarten | 2,714 | 4.7% |
| Elementary School | 11,663 | 20.3% |
| Middle School | 12,992 | 22.6% |
| High School | 12,927 | 22.5% |
| College / Undergraduate | 10,552 | 18.4% |
| Graduate / Professional | 2,492 | 4.3% |
| Total | 57,431 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Caddo Parish
Out of a total of 57,431 students who are enrolled in schools in Caddo Parish, 7,753 (13.5%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 49,678 (86.5%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 876 (26.6% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 14,478 (92.4% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 2,423 (73.5%) | 876 (26.6%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 11,897 (84.7%) | 2,142 (15.3%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 14,478 (92.4%) | 1,191 (7.6%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 8,123 (88.5%) | 1,052 (11.5%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 2,947 (91.6%) | 271 (8.4%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 3,727 (79.3%) | 975 (20.7%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 3,393 (87.4%) | 490 (12.6%) |
| 35 Years and over | 2,706 (78.5%) | 740 (21.5%) |
| Total | 49,678 (86.5%) | 7,753 (13.5%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Caddo Parish
Business (7,902 | 19.0%), education (6,437 | 15.5%), science & technology (4,794 | 11.5%), liberal arts & history (3,777 | 9.1%), and bio, nature & agricultural (2,995 | 7.2%) are the most common fields of study among 41,622 individuals in Caddo Parish who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 1,185 | 2.9% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 2,995 | 7.2% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 1,272 | 3.1% |
| Psychology | 2,479 | 6.0% |
| Social Sciences | 1,852 | 4.4% |
| Engineering | 1,836 | 4.4% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 295 | 0.7% |
| Science & Technology | 4,794 | 11.5% |
| Business | 7,902 | 19.0% |
| Education | 6,437 | 15.5% |
| Literature & Languages | 1,547 | 3.7% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 3,777 | 9.1% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 1,118 | 2.7% |
| Communications | 1,321 | 3.2% |
| Arts & Humanities | 2,812 | 6.8% |
| Total | 41,622 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Caddo Parish
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Caddo Parish
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Caddo Parish are males with 2 vehicles (20,176, accounting for 42.8%) and females with 2 vehicles (18,984, making up 42.0%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 1,362 (2.9%) | 1,913 (4.0%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 12,848 (27.3%) | 16,505 (34.4%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 20,176 (42.8%) | 18,984 (39.6%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 8,275 (17.6%) | 6,320 (13.2%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 3,448 (7.3%) | 3,190 (6.7%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 1,010 (2.1%) | 1,089 (2.3%) |
| Total | 47,119 (100.0%) | 48,001 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Caddo Parish
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Caddo Parish are 15 to 19 minutes (22,182 commuters, 24.4%), 20 to 24 minutes (18,042 commuters, 19.9%), and 10 to 14 minutes (15,598 commuters, 17.2%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 2,153 | 2.4% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 7,468 | 8.2% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 15,598 | 17.2% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 22,182 | 24.4% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 18,042 | 19.9% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 6,080 | 6.7% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 10,680 | 11.7% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 1,478 | 1.6% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 1,399 | 1.5% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 2,408 | 2.6% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 2,195 | 2.4% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 1,195 | 1.3% |
Commute Time by Sex in Caddo Parish
The most common commute times in Caddo Parish are 15 to 19 minutes (10,555 commuters, 23.3%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (11,627 commuters, 25.5%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 964 (2.1%) | 1,189 (2.6%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 3,352 (7.4%) | 4,116 (9.0%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 7,604 (16.8%) | 7,994 (17.5%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 10,555 (23.3%) | 11,627 (25.5%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 9,325 (20.6%) | 8,717 (19.1%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 3,002 (6.6%) | 3,078 (6.8%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 5,370 (11.9%) | 5,310 (11.6%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 857 (1.9%) | 621 (1.4%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 640 (1.4%) | 759 (1.7%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 1,166 (2.6%) | 1,242 (2.7%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 1,528 (3.4%) | 667 (1.5%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 916 (2.0%) | 279 (0.6%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Caddo Parish
The most frequent times of departure to work in Caddo Parish are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (6,495, 14.3%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (6,491, 14.2%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 6,176 (13.6%) | 4,702 (10.3%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 1,734 (3.8%) | 770 (1.7%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 1,690 (3.7%) | 1,404 (3.1%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 4,000 (8.8%) | 3,316 (7.3%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 4,295 (9.5%) | 4,820 (10.6%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 6,495 (14.3%) | 6,055 (13.3%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 4,457 (9.8%) | 6,491 (14.2%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 4,916 (10.9%) | 4,727 (10.4%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 1,965 (4.3%) | 1,721 (3.8%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 1,742 (3.8%) | 2,750 (6.0%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 1,117 (2.5%) | 1,665 (3.6%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 923 (2.0%) | 1,377 (3.0%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 3,201 (7.1%) | 2,745 (6.0%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 2,568 (5.7%) | 3,056 (6.7%) |
| Total | 45,279 (100.0%) | 45,599 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Caddo Parish
Occupancy by Ownership in Caddo Parish
Of the total 94,475 dwellings in Caddo Parish, owner-occupied units account for 57,182 (60.5%), while renter-occupied units make up 37,293 (39.5%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 57,182 | 60.5% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 37,293 | 39.5% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 94,475 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Caddo Parish
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 33,218 | 35.2% |
| 2-Person Household | 31,131 | 33.0% |
| 3-Person Household | 14,194 | 15.0% |
| 4+ Person Household | 15,932 | 16.9% |
| Total Housing Units | 94,475 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Caddo Parish
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 16,124 (48.5%) | 17,094 (51.5%) |
| 2-Person Household | 22,005 (70.7%) | 9,126 (29.3%) |
| 3-Person Household | 9,297 (65.5%) | 4,897 (34.5%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 9,756 (61.2%) | 6,176 (38.8%) |
| Total Housing Units | 57,182 (60.5%) | 37,293 (39.5%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Caddo Parish
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 4,510 (41.4%) | 6,370 (58.6%) |
| High School Diploma | 14,645 (52.9%) | 13,025 (47.1%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 17,860 (58.1%) | 12,905 (41.9%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 20,167 (80.2%) | 4,993 (19.8%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Caddo Parish
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 18,151 | 19.2% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 15,903 | 16.8% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 15,129 | 16.0% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 18,007 | 19.1% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 16,290 | 17.2% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 7,348 | 7.8% |
| 85 Years and Over | 3,647 | 3.9% |
| Total | 94,475 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Caddo Parish
Median Income by Occupancy in Caddo Parish
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 57,182 (60.5%) | $67,641 |
| Renter-Occupied | 37,293 (39.5%) | $28,882 |
| Average | 94,475 (100.0%) | $47,572 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Caddo Parish
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 1,588 (2.8%) | 2,879 (7.7%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 722 (1.3%) | 2,268 (6.1%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 2,454 (4.3%) | 4,325 (11.6%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 3,078 (5.4%) | 3,457 (9.3%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 2,707 (4.7%) | 3,793 (10.2%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 3,992 (7.0%) | 5,151 (13.8%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 7,203 (12.6%) | 5,058 (13.6%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 9,602 (16.8%) | 5,486 (14.7%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 7,056 (12.3%) | 2,609 (7.0%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 9,031 (15.8%) | 1,590 (4.3%) |
| $150,000 or more | 9,749 (17.1%) | 677 (1.8%) |
| Total | 57,182 (100.0%) | 37,293 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Caddo Parish
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 7,167 (12.5%) | 1,243 (3.3%) |
| $300 to $499 | 10,552 (18.4%) | 2,166 (5.8%) |
| $500 to $799 | 8,821 (15.4%) | 8,067 (21.6%) |
| $800 to $999 | 4,797 (8.4%) | 9,118 (24.4%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 12,235 (21.4%) | 11,098 (29.8%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 7,333 (12.8%) | 2,305 (6.2%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 2,971 (5.2%) | 428 (1.1%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 1,500 (2.6%) | 108 (0.3%) |
| $3,000 or more | 1,806 (3.2%) | 199 (0.5%) |
| Total | 57,182 (100.0%) | 37,293 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Caddo Parish
Housing Structures in Caddo Parish
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 65,604 | 69.4% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 2,256 | 2.4% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 2,146 | 2.3% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 4,436 | 4.7% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 4,164 | 4.4% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 8,099 | 8.6% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 7,770 | 8.2% |
| Total | 94,475 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Caddo Parish
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 49,574 (75.6%) | 16,030 (24.4%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 1,167 (51.7%) | 1,089 (48.3%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 164 (7.6%) | 1,982 (92.4%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 254 (5.7%) | 4,182 (94.3%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 15 (0.4%) | 4,149 (99.6%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 42 (0.5%) | 8,057 (99.5%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 5,966 (76.8%) | 1,804 (23.2%) |
| Total | 57,182 (60.5%) | 37,293 (39.5%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Caddo Parish
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 104 (0.2%) | 1,679 (4.5%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 1,133 (2.0%) | 7,808 (20.9%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 17,853 (31.2%) | 19,416 (52.1%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 23,641 (41.3%) | 6,842 (18.3%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 14,451 (25.3%) | 1,548 (4.2%) |
| Total | 57,182 (100.0%) | 37,293 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Caddo Parish
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 30,528 (53.4%) | 9,139 (24.5%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 699 (1.2%) | 223 (0.6%) |
| Electricity | 25,448 (44.5%) | 27,518 (73.8%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 12 (0.0%) | 39 (0.1%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 151 (0.3%) | 101 (0.3%) |
| No Fuel Used | 344 (0.6%) | 273 (0.7%) |
| Total | 57,182 (100.0%) | 37,293 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Caddo Parish
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 1,999 (3.5%) | 7,765 (20.8%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 18,674 (32.7%) | 21,403 (57.4%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 24,169 (42.3%) | 6,517 (17.5%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 12,340 (21.6%) | 1,608 (4.3%) |
| Total | 57,182 (100.0%) | 37,293 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Caddo Parish
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Caddo Parish
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 26,008 | 31,174 |
| Median Property Value | $131,300 | $184,600 |
| Median Household Income | $48,448 | $6,722 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $405 | $1,706 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $678 | $3,119 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Caddo Parish
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 4,851 (18.6%) | 1,559 (5.0%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 5,417 (20.8%) | 3,684 (11.8%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 11,660 (44.8%) | 19,120 (61.3%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 2,161 (8.3%) | 5,154 (16.5%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 1,065 (4.1%) | 1,212 (3.9%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 350 (1.3%) | 269 (0.9%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 504 (1.9%) | 176 (0.6%) |
| Total | 26,008 (100.0%) | 31,174 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Caddo Parish
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 1,467 (5.6%) | 254 (0.8%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 5,589 (21.5%) | 843 (2.7%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 2,497 (9.6%) | 2,650 (8.5%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 3,754 (14.4%) | 1,495 (4.8%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 4,296 (16.5%) | 3,449 (11.1%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 2,621 (10.1%) | 5,306 (17.0%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 2,757 (10.6%) | 4,435 (14.2%) |
| $150,000 or more | 3,027 (11.6%) | 6,274 (20.1%) |
| Total | 26,008 (100.0%) | 31,174 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Caddo Parish
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 10,626 (40.9%) | 84,800 (272.0%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 4,265 (16.4%) | 13,547 (43.5%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 3,386 (13.0%) | 6,840 (21.9%) |
| 4.0x or more | 7,264 (27.9%) | 3,649 (11.7%) |
| Total | 26,008 (100.0%) | 31,174 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Caddo Parish
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 11,881 (45.7%) | 158 (0.5%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 4,001 (15.4%) | 9,238 (29.6%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 6,662 (25.6%) | 6,088 (19.5%) |
| Total | 26,008 (100.0%) | 31,174 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Caddo Parish
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Caddo Parish
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 17,522 (96.2%) | 684 (3.8%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 38,624 (96.0%) | 1,626 (4.0%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 16,880 (86.9%) | 2,541 (13.1%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 23,289 (85.5%) | 3,946 (14.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 25,017 (86.5%) | 3,901 (13.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 24,771 (93.5%) | 1,733 (6.5%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 27,737 (91.2%) | 2,689 (8.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 24,441 (99.6%) | 107 (0.4%) |
| 75 Years and older | 16,125 (99.4%) | 95 (0.6%) |
| Total | 214,406 (92.5%) | 17,322 (7.5%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Caddo Parish
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 17,522 (96.2%) | 684 (3.8%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 38,624 (96.0%) | 1,626 (4.0%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 16,880 (86.9%) | 2,541 (13.1%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Caddo Parish
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 47,571 (91.1%) | 4,637 (8.9%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 45,861 (90.9%) | 4,586 (9.1%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 35,057 (93.1%) | 2,599 (6.9%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 25,022 (94.4%) | 1,484 (5.6%) |
| $100,000 and over | 59,928 (93.9%) | 3,867 (6.1%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Caddo Parish
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 11,405 (62.6%) | 6,862 (37.7%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 23,450 (58.3%) | 17,021 (42.3%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 8,696 (44.8%) | 9,333 (48.1%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 10,305 (37.8%) | 14,096 (51.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 8,769 (30.3%) | 17,825 (61.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 9,085 (34.3%) | 17,487 (66.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 11,125 (36.6%) | 18,719 (61.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 23,085 (94.0%) | 13,830 (56.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 15,914 (98.1%) | 9,540 (58.8%) |
| Total | 121,834 (52.6%) | 124,713 (53.8%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Caddo Parish
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 1,691 (8.2%) | 1,468 (7.3%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 2,701 (11.5%) | 2,963 (11.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 7,171 (17.8%) | 8,378 (18.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 3,544 (32.1%) | 3,585 (26.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 3,349 (52.9%) | 5,685 (57.5%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Caddo Parish
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 213 (1.0%) | 184 (0.9%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 382 (1.6%) | 307 (1.2%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 1,904 (4.7%) | 1,272 (2.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,696 (15.4%) | 693 (5.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,487 (23.5%) | 2,616 (26.5%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 373 (1.8%) | 367 (1.8%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 613 (2.6%) | 911 (3.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 1,764 (4.4%) | 2,087 (4.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 808 (7.3%) | 826 (6.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 735 (11.6%) | 1,086 (11.0%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 1,341 (6.5%) | 766 (3.8%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 1,681 (7.1%) | 1,974 (7.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 2,331 (5.8%) | 2,584 (5.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 752 (6.8%) | 776 (5.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,214 (19.2%) | 2,138 (21.6%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 240 (1.2%) | 126 (0.6%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 471 (2.0%) | 687 (2.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 3,285 (8.2%) | 5,136 (11.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,033 (18.4%) | 2,550 (18.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 2,011 (31.8%) | 4,297 (43.5%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 325 (1.6%) | 70 (0.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 353 (1.5%) | 339 (1.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 963 (2.4%) | 1,291 (2.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 860 (7.8%) | 772 (5.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 908 (14.3%) | 2,154 (21.8%) |
Technology Access in Caddo Parish
Computing Device Access in Caddo Parish
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 60,790 | 64.3% |
| Smartphone | 80,076 | 84.8% |
| Tablet | 46,717 | 49.4% |
| No Computing Device | 9,638 | 10.2% |
| Total | 94,475 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Caddo Parish
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 186 | 0.2% |
| Broadband Home | 57,910 | 61.3% |
| Cellular Data Only | 13,228 | 14.0% |
| Satellite Internet | 7,355 | 7.8% |
| No Internet | 19,279 | 20.4% |
| Total | 94,475 | 100.0% |
Caddo Parish Summary
Caddo Parish is located in the northwestern corner of Louisiana and is the third most populous parish in the state. It is bordered by Bossier Parish to the north, DeSoto Parish to the east, Red River Parish to the south, and Texas to the west. The parish seat is Shreveport, the third largest city in Louisiana.
History
Caddo Parish was established in 1838 and named after the Caddo Indians who lived in the area. The Caddo Indians were a Native American tribe that lived in the area for centuries before the arrival of Europeans. The Caddo were a peaceful people who lived in villages along the Red River and traded with other tribes and Europeans.
In the early 19th century, the area was part of the Spanish Empire and was later ceded to the United States in the Louisiana Purchase of 1803. The area was then part of the Territory of Orleans until 1812 when it became part of the newly created Territory of Arkansas. In 1819, the area was divided into the counties of Claiborne, Natchitoches, and Caddo.
In 1845, Caddo Parish was officially established and Shreveport was chosen as the parish seat. The city was named after Captain Henry Miller Shreve, who cleared the Red River of log jams in the early 19th century.
In the late 19th century, Caddo Parish was a major center of cotton production and the parish seat of Shreveport became a major port for the shipment of cotton. The city also became a major railroad hub and was home to several large industries, including the American Cotton Oil Company and the Shreveport Times newspaper.
In the early 20th century, Caddo Parish was a major center of oil production and the city of Shreveport became a major center of the oil industry. The parish also became a major center of the entertainment industry, with the opening of the Louisiana Hayride radio show in 1948.
Geography
Caddo Parish covers an area of 1,093 square miles and is located in the northwestern corner of Louisiana. The parish is bordered by Bossier Parish to the north, DeSoto Parish to the east, Red River Parish to the south, and Texas to the west. The Red River forms the western boundary of the parish.
The parish is mostly flat with some rolling hills in the northern and eastern parts. The highest point in the parish is located in the northern part of the parish and is approximately 300 feet above sea level. The parish is drained by the Red River and its tributaries, including the Little River, the Cypress Bayou, and the Caddo Lake.
Economy
Caddo Parish has a diverse economy with a mix of industries, including manufacturing, retail, healthcare, and education. The largest employers in the parish are the Shreveport-Bossier City Metropolitan Statistical Area, Barksdale Air Force Base, and the Shreveport-Bossier City Port.
The parish is also home to several large companies, including the American Cotton Oil Company, the Shreveport Times newspaper, and the Louisiana Hayride radio show.
The parish is also home to several universities, including Louisiana State University Shreveport, Centenary College of Louisiana, and Louisiana Tech University.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, Caddo Parish had a population of 254,969. The racial makeup of the parish was 57.2% White, 37.3% African American, 0.5% Native American, 1.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.7% from other races, and 2.2% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.7% of the population.
The median household income in the parish was $41,945 and the median family income was $50,945. The per capita income was $21,945. About 17.2% of the population was below the poverty line.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Caddo Parish?
Total Population of Caddo Parish is 236,259.
What is the Total Male Population of Caddo Parish?
Total Male Population of Caddo Parish is 112,058.
What is the Total Female Population of Caddo Parish?
Total Female Population of Caddo Parish is 124,201.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Caddo Parish?
There are 90.22 Males per 100 Females in Caddo Parish.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Caddo Parish?
There are 110.84 Females per 100 Males in Caddo Parish.
What is the Median Population Age in Caddo Parish?
Median Population Age in Caddo Parish is 38.7 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Caddo Parish
Average Family Size in Caddo Parish is 3.2 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Caddo Parish
Average Household Size in Caddo Parish is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Caddo Parish?
Per Capita income in Caddo Parish is $31,612.
What is the Median Family Income in Caddo Parish?
Median Family Income in Caddo Parish is $64,417.
What is the Median Household income in Caddo Parish?
Median Household Income in Caddo Parish is $47,572.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Caddo Parish?
Income or Wage Gap in Caddo Parish is 32.9%.
Women in Caddo Parish earn 67.1 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Caddo Parish?
Family Income Deficit in Caddo Parish is $10,701.
Families that are below poverty line in Caddo Parish earn $10,701 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Caddo Parish?
Inequality or Gini Index in Caddo Parish is 0.52.
How Large is the Labor Force in Caddo Parish?
There are 106,382 People in the Labor Forcein in Caddo Parish.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Caddo Parish?
56.9% of People are in the Labor Force in Caddo Parish.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Caddo Parish?
Unemployment Rate in Caddo Parish is 8.6%.