St. Tammany Parish is one of the fastest-growing communities in the nation and one of the most affluent parishes in the state. Also referred to as part of the region’s “Northshore”, St.Tammany is located just across Lake Pontchartrain from the city of New Orleans. This close proximity to New Orleans (20 miles) – together with the parish’s transportation accessibility, low cost of doing business, superb school system, low crime, and top-rate medical facilities – are all important reasons why businesses and residents alike are choosing St. Tammany Parish. The parish is also a rising tourism hub, with its lakefront charm and sprawling bike trails, which make its rural areas ready for exploration.
Parish Stats
263,462
Population
40.1
Median Age
$66,539
Median Household Income
3,086
Number of Business Establishments
117,907
Size of Labor Force
4.1%
Unemployment Rate
100,551
Housing Units
90.9%
Owner Occupied Housing Units
$1,012
Median Gross Rent
$206,600
Estimated Median House or Condo Value
Parish Employers
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Russell Richardson
St. Tammany Economic Development CorporationPresident and CEO
