Barksdale AFB
Air Force Bossier City, Louisiana
Top neighborhoods near Barksdale AFB
Bossier City (Airline Drive corridor)
The primary suburban corridor for Barksdale families with new construction, retail centers, and easy freeway access. Very family-oriented.
10–15 min to main gate
Shreveport (South Highlands)
A historic neighborhood in Shreveport with large craftsman homes, tree-lined streets, and proximity to dining and entertainment.
20–25 min to main gate
Haughton
A growing bedroom community east of Bossier City with newer subdivisions, good schools, and a more rural feel.
20–25 min to main gate
Bossier Parish School System
Bossier Parish Schools is considered one of the stronger school systems in Louisiana, frequently outperforming neighboring Caddo Parish. Haughton and Airline Drive corridor schools are particularly well-regarded.
What families should know
- Parkway High School and Haughton High School are top performers in the parish
- Strong JROTC programs aligned with the base's military community
- Multiple magnet and academy programs offering specialized tracks
Life around Barksdale AFB
Margaritaville Resort Casino
A large casino resort on the Red River with live entertainment, multiple dining options, and a hotel — a major local attraction.
Barnwell Garden & Art Center
A serene botanical garden and sculpture park in Shreveport with seasonal flower displays and rotating art installations.
Louisiana Boardwalk Outlets
An outdoor shopping and entertainment complex on the Red River in Bossier City with national retailers, restaurants, and a movie theater.
Waffle House at Barksdale Blvd
A beloved late-night institution for the military community — the Waffle House near base is a rite of passage for incoming troops.
Red River District
Shreveport's arts and entertainment district with locally owned restaurants, live music venues, and bars along the riverfront.
Cypress Black Bayou Recreation Area
A Bossier Parish park with a lake, camping, fishing, a zoo, and an aquarium — ideal for family outdoor recreation.
Buying or renting near Barksdale AFB
Home Prices
$180,000–$310,000
Typical Rent
$1,000–$1,600/mo
The Shreveport-Bossier City market is affordable by national standards. Bossier Parish's newer developments command slight premiums over Shreveport. BAH generally covers costs well.
Popular neighborhoods: Haughton, Airline Drive corridor
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