Jefferson Parish
Economy
The state’s most populous parish, and home to two of its largest employers, Jefferson Parish stretches from the south shore of Lake Pontchartrain to the Gulf of Mexico at Grand Isle, making it the business gateway to the region. It owes a great deal of its commercial success to the Mississippi River, which flows through the parish, and boasts an exceptional transportation infrastructure including large port operations, major railways, and the Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport in Kenner. Major industries in the parish include medical, oil, gas & marine, and professional/technical/business services.
Lifestyle
Jefferson Parish residents enjoy a lifestyle that includes a wide variety of acclaimed restaurants, a thriving arts scene, frequent festivals and special events and popular shopping destinations. The parish also offers a plethora of sports and outdoors activities. The New Orleans Zephyrs AAA baseball team plays in Jefferson Parish. The parish is also home to TPC Louisiana, the state’s only TPC golf course. Hunting and fishing enthusiasts will find ample opportunities. Jefferson Parish locations such as Grand Isle, Jean Lafitte National Park and Bayou Segnette teem with both wildlife and natural beauty.
| Largest Corporations | Ochsner Health System Northrop Grumman Shipbuilding East Jefferson General Hospital Wal Mart Stores East West Jefferson Medical Center Universal Sodexho (USA) Inc. Laitram Corporation Boomtown Belle URS Corporation United Parcel Service, Inc. Treasure Chest Casino |
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Parish Contact Information
Jefferson Parish Government |
Jefferson Parish Economic Development Commission (JEDCO) |
The Jefferson Chamber of Commerce |
The Hispanic Chamber of Commerce |
Statistics
| Population | Households | Income | Employment |
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| Population 2008 – 446,686 Population 2013 – 471,866 |
Total – 172,601 Families – 116,402 Average Household Size – 2.57 Median Age – 37.7 |
Median Household Income – $43,828 Average Household Income – $57,228 Per Capita Income – $22,212 |
Business Establishments – 35,604 Employees Working in Parish – 196,984 Labor Force in Parish – 225,631 Unemployment Rate – 3.0 |
