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Washington Parish

Economy

Washington Parish is located approximately 65 miles north of New Orleans. Market access to Washington Parish is available through two local airports – located in Bogalusa and Franklinton and the nearby Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport, and six major freight lines. Washington Parish is also home to two prime industrial sites with infrastructure located on major highways. Today, Washington Parish’s economy is dominated by the manufacturing, food processing, retail trade, and services sectors. In addition, several business incentives and tax regulation initiatives have been created to further spur development.

Lifestyle

In the midst of economic growth, Washington Parish has managed to retain its traditional community spirit and easygoing lifestyle. Residents continue to look forward to and participate in Festival in the Park, the Washington Parish Fair, Christmas in the Park, and other events that strengthen the fabric of the community.

Largest Corporations

Washington Correctional
Institute Tin, Inc.
Walmart Stores
Centennial Healthcare Corp.
Wick Communications
Winn-Dixie Louisiana
Army Reserve Training Center
Temple-Inland
Sitel/Client Logic
Riverside Medical Center

Statistics

Population (2009) – 45,669

Households

Housing Units – 20,897
Households – 17,124
Persons Per Household – 2.55
Median Age – 36.1
Median Rent for Apartments (2009) – $355
Estimated Median House or Condo Value (2009) – $90,862

Income

Median Household Income – $29,928
Average Household Income – $37,210
Per Capita Income – $17,619

Employment

Business Establishments – 795
Civilian Labor Force – 14,667
Number Employed – 13,178
Number Unemployed – 1,489
Unemployment Rate – 10.2%

Jobs Advertised Online (2009)

Job Openings – 1,455
Entry Level Wage – $23,372
Mean Wage – $35,371
Median Wage – $32,934
Experienced Wage – $43,182