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Tangipahoa Parish

Economy

Tangipahoa is part of the area known as the “Florida Parishes” and occupies approximately 790 square miles, ranging from low, flat land in the south to rolling hills in the north. Market access to Tangipahoa is evident with various modes of transportation, namely three major interstate highways, freight rail, navigable waterways/ports, and motor freight. The parish is also located near the Louis Armstrong International Airport and the Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport.

Lifestyle

Residents of Tangipahoa Parish enjoy a relaxed lifestyle with access to the
luxuries of city life in a more tranquil setting. The parish is home to a diverse selection of restaurants, art galleries, and performing arts attractions. Sports and recreation enthusiasts have access to first-rate hunting, fishing and golf. Tangipahoa Parish is known as the “Strawberry Capital of the World.” Many fairs, cultural attractions draw tourists from neighboring parishes – and around the world – to Tangipahoa Parish.

Largest Corporations

Southeastern Louisiana University
Sanderson Farms
Walmart Stores Inc.
Hammond Developmental Center
Delta Health Care Services
North Oaks Rehabilitation Center
CARE Inc.
Neill Corp.
Elmer Candy Corp.
Big 4 Trucking
Lallie Kemp Regional Medical Center

Statistics

Population (2009) – 118,688

Households

Housing Units – 51,566
Households – 42,670
Persons Per Household – 2.65
Median Age – 32.3
Median Rent for Apartments (2009) – $541
Estimated Median House or Condo Value (2009) – $134,600

Income

Median Household Income – $37,238
Average Household Income – $43,354
Per Capita Income – $19,608

Employment

Business Establishments – 2,632
Civilian Labor Force – 52,003
Number Employed – 47,403
Number Unemployed – 4,600
Unemployment Rate – 8.8%

Jobs Advertised Online (2009)

Job Openings – 5,395
Entry Level Wage – $21,366
Mean Wage – $40,023
Median Wage – $32,934
Experienced Wage – $48,848