How Many Optometrists Are in Bossier Parish?
As of 2023, Bossier Parish has 9 optometrists, or 0.7 per 10,000 residents, ranking tied at #6 of 21 Louisiana parishes with published figures. That is above the Louisiana statewide rate of 0.5 per 10,000.
The count rose from 8 in 2018 to 9 in 2023, a change of +1 (+13%).
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Compared with the state and the top-ranked parish
| Place | Optometrists | Population (2023) | Per 10,000 | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bossier Parish | 9 | 129,134 | 0.7 | #6 of 21 |
| Louisiana (statewide) | 252 | 4,621,025 | 0.5 | — |
| Natchitoches Parish | 4 | 37,047 | 1.1 | #1 of 21 |
Optometrists in nearby places
| Place | Optometrists | Per 10,000 | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shreveport metro area parent metro | 20 | 0.5 | #5 of 10 |
| Webster Parish | Not published (fewer than 3) | — | — |
| Caddo Parish | 9 | 0.4 | #16 of 21 |
| Bienville Parish | Not published (fewer than 3) | — | — |
| Claiborne Parish | Not published (fewer than 3) | — | — |
| De Soto Parish | Not published (fewer than 3) | — | — |
| Red River Parish | Not published (fewer than 3) | — | — |
Nearest parishes by distance between centers.
Frequently asked questions
Is Bossier Parish a competitive market for optometrists?
Bossier Parish has more optometrists per resident than 65% of the other 20 Louisiana parishes with published figures, and its density of 0.7 per 10,000 residents is above the statewide rate of 0.5. The index measures how many establishments exist relative to population: supply, not demand or profitability.
How does Bossier Parish compare to Natchitoches Parish?
Natchitoches Parish ranks #1 among Louisiana parishes with 4 optometrists, or 1.1 per 10,000 residents, about 1.6 times the rate in Bossier Parish (0.7).
Other industries in Bossier Parish
- Plumbing & HVAC contractors
- Electrical contractors
- Insulation & drywall contractors
- Roofing contractors
- Landscaping services
- Pest control services
- Law offices
- Accounting & CPA firms
- Insurance agencies
- Real estate brokerages
- Dentists
- Chiropractors
- Physicians' offices
- Home health care
- Assisted living facilities
- Veterinary services
- Full-service restaurants
- Hair salons
- Fitness centers
- Auto repair shops
- Hotels & lodging
- Remodeling contractors
- Cleaning services
- Auto body shops
- Physical therapy clinics
- Painting contractors
- Flooring contractors
- Moving companies
- Locksmiths
- Pool services
- Tire shops
- Used car dealers
- Towing services
- Property management
- Mortgage brokers
- Title companies
- Funeral homes
- Trucking companies
- Self storage
- Counseling & mental health
- Pharmacies
- Child care centers
- Coffee shops
- Bakeries
- Bars & lounges
- Nail salons
- Spas & massage
- Pet grooming & boarding
- Seafood markets
Bossier Parish: all 50 industries
Source: Census Bureau County Business Patterns 2023 (NAICS 621320, establishments) and American Community Survey 2023 five-year population estimates. Establishments are locations, not companies; home-based and self-employed businesses without paid employees are not included. Change compares 2023 with 2018. See the methodology.