Lake Charles vs Shreveport: Housing
| Lake Charles | Shreveport | |
|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $214,300 | $178,900 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,109/mo | $987/mo |
| Homeownership Rate | 60.9% | 53.3% |
| Rent as Share of Income | 22.5% | 24.3% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey, ACS 2020-2024.