Bossier City, LA, with zip code 71110, is ranked among the top places to live in Louisiana based on criteria such as cost of living, public schools, crime rate and air quality. The city was ranked #17 out of 86 cities in the state in 2020 according to bestplaces.net. Housing costs are somewhat affordable compared to the national average, while commute times are shorter than the national average. The public school system is rated highly by residents; Bossier Parish Schools have consistently earned a B+ rating from BestPlaces.com for several years running. Crime rates are below average across most categories; according to 2019 statistics from bestplaces.net, property crime was 25% lower than national levels and violent crimes were 31% lower than the US average that year. Lastly, air quality in Bossier City has shown marked improvement over recent years with AQI rankings mostly within acceptable ranges (below 50). These combined factors make it an appealing location for those who wish to live near the Gulf Coast without having to bear excessive financial strain or safety concerns.
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