Bossier Parish Health Data

Bossier Parish, Louisiana

Health Score

54/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

75.9 yr

Uninsured Rate

8.3%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

75.9 yr

State avg 72.5 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

8.3%

State avg 8.1%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

47

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

233

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Bossier Parish, Louisiana

Bossier nearly matches national health

Bossier Parish residents live to 75.9 years, nearly matching the U.S. average of 76.4 years. Only 19.7% report poor or fair health, close to the national 18%. Bossier ranks among the healthiest parishes in Louisiana and this entire region.

Second-best health in Louisiana

At 75.9 years, Bossier's life expectancy exceeds Louisiana's state average of 72.5 years by 3.4 years—a significant margin. The 19.7% poor/fair health rate ranks near best in state. At 8.3% uninsured, Bossier trails state average, showing strong coverage.

Regional health leader after Ascension

Only Ascension Parish (76.3 years) edges Bossier (75.9 years) on life expectancy in this group. Bossier's 47 primary care providers per 100K is the highest among these eight parishes. Mental health providers (233 per 100K) are also robust, creating a well-resourced healthcare system.

Strong infrastructure supports excellent health

Bossier's 47 primary care providers per 100K and 8.3% uninsured rate create an environment where preventive and routine care thrive. Residents benefit from having access to physicians and the coverage to see them. This virtuous cycle shows in the parish's near-national-average life expectancy.

Build on Bossier's healthcare success

Bossier's strong outcomes reflect good coverage (8.3% uninsured) and robust provider access. If you're uninsured, healthcare.gov makes it simple to join the majority with coverage. Full insurance removes cost barriers and enables the routine care that keeps Bossier healthy.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Bossier Parish, LA?
Bossier Parish has a health score of 54/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #6 out of 64 counties in Louisiana (1 = healthiest). The score is based on CDC County Health Rankings data, combining life expectancy, uninsured rates, provider access, and behavioral health indicators.
What is the life expectancy in Bossier Parish?
Life expectancy in Bossier Parish is 75.9 years. The Louisiana state average is 72.5 years, making Bossier Parish above the state average.
How does Bossier Parish health compare to the Louisiana average?
Bossier Parish's health score of 54/100 is above the Louisiana average of 36/100. Life expectancy is 75.9 years vs. the state average of 72.5 years. The uninsured rate is 8.3% vs. 8.1% statewide.
What health factors affect Bossier Parish?
Key health factors for Bossier Parish include: life expectancy (75.9 years), uninsured rate (8.3%), and primary care physician access (47:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 233:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Bossier Parish a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 54/100 ("Below Average"), Bossier Parish faces health challenges compared to other counties in Louisiana. Residents have a life expectancy of 75.9 years. 8.3% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Bossier Parish healthier than the Louisiana average?
Bossier Parish's health score of 54/100 exceeds the Louisiana average of 36/100. Higher health scores often correlate with better access to healthcare providers, lower uninsured rates, higher median incomes, and environmental factors.

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Data Sources

Health data sourced from the County Health Rankings & Roadmaps, a collaboration between the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and the University of Wisconsin Population Health Institute.

Data is informational only. Not medical or health advice. Coverage varies by county and reporting year.