In addition to being home to many energy and petrochemical companies, St. Charles Parish is keeping its eye on future economic growth, having secured investments from transportation, alternative fuels, and technology companies. A growing number of companies are relocating to the area thanks to its highly productive workforce, excellent quality of life, nationally recognized public school system, robust transportation network, abundance of raw materials, and ample land for commercial and industrial development.
Parish Stats
53,169
Population
37.6
Median Age
$64,707
Median Household Income
1,272
Number of Business Establishments
25,340
Size of Labor Force
4.3%
Unemployment Rate
20,456
Housing Units
92.5%
Owner Occupied Housing Units
$893
Median Gross Rent for Apartments
$185,800
Estimated Median House or Condo Value
Parish Employers
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Patrick Beard
St. Charles Parish GovernmentDirector of Economic Development and Tourism
