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Vivian, LA

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Population
2,920
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
257 ft
Median Home Value
$62,700
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$726/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$22,237
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Vivian

Vivian is a quiet, friendly town in northern Caddo Parish, sitting along Highway 1 about 30 miles north of Shreveport and just minutes from the Texas border. Originally established in the late 1890s as a railroad stop, it grew into a bustling hub during the region's early oil boom. Today, it offers an easygoing rural lifestyle with quick access to boating and fishing on nearby Caddo Lake, making it an appealing spot for anyone who enjoys the outdoors.

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Community spirit is strong here, highlighted each spring by the annual Louisiana Redbud Festival with its parades, local food, and crafts. The town has held onto its historic charm over the years, even repurposing the former elementary school into a vibrant local library. With neighborhood schools, an easy commute down to Shreveport, and a relaxed pace of life, Vivian makes a welcoming landing spot for newcomers looking to settle down in northwest Louisiana.

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Lower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingLow PopulationA+98.2ratingRegional Two-Party Electoral BalanceA+97.9rating

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