How Many Trucking Companies Are in Ascension Parish?
As of 2023, Ascension Parish has 12 trucking companies, or 0.9 per 10,000 residents, ranking tied at #22 of 39 Louisiana parishes with published figures. That matches the Louisiana statewide rate of 0.9 per 10,000.
The count fell from 14 in 2018 to 12 in 2023, a change of -2 (-14%).
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Compared with the state and the top-ranked parish
| Place | Trucking companies | Population (2023) | Per 10,000 | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ascension Parish | 12 | 128,593 | 0.9 | #22 of 39 |
| Louisiana (statewide) | 415 | 4,621,025 | 0.9 | — |
| LaSalle Parish | 8 | 14,804 | 5.4 | #1 of 39 |
Trucking companies in nearby places
| Place | Trucking companies | Per 10,000 | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baton Rouge metro area parent metro | 71 | 0.8 | #4 of 10 |
| St. James Parish | Not published (fewer than 3) | — | — |
| Livingston Parish | 10 | 0.7 | #33 of 39 |
| St. John the Baptist Parish | 8 | 1.9 | #6 of 39 |
| East Baton Rouge Parish | 32 | 0.7 | #33 of 39 |
| Iberville Parish | 3 | 1.0 | #20 of 39 |
| Assumption Parish | 6 | 2.9 | #2 of 39 |
Nearest parishes by distance between centers.
Frequently asked questions
Is Ascension Parish a competitive market for trucking companies?
Ascension Parish has more trucking companies per resident than 34% of the other 38 Louisiana parishes with published figures, and its density of 0.9 per 10,000 residents is equal to the statewide rate of 0.9. The index measures how many establishments exist relative to population: supply, not demand or profitability.
How does Ascension Parish compare to LaSalle Parish?
LaSalle Parish ranks #1 among Louisiana parishes with 8 trucking companies, or 5.4 per 10,000 residents, about 6.0 times the rate in Ascension Parish (0.9).
Other industries in Ascension Parish
- Plumbing & HVAC contractors
- Electrical contractors
- Insulation & drywall contractors
- Roofing contractors
- Landscaping services
- Pest control services
- Law offices
- Accounting & CPA firms
- Insurance agencies
- Real estate brokerages
- Dentists
- Chiropractors
- Physicians' offices
- Home health care
- Assisted living facilities
- Veterinary services
- Full-service restaurants
- Hair salons
- Fitness centers
- Auto repair shops
- Hotels & lodging
- Remodeling contractors
- Cleaning services
- Auto body shops
- Physical therapy clinics
- Painting contractors
- Flooring contractors
- Moving companies
- Locksmiths
- Pool services
- Tire shops
- Used car dealers
- Towing services
- Property management
- Mortgage brokers
- Title companies
- Funeral homes
- Self storage
- Optometrists
- Counseling & mental health
- Pharmacies
- Child care centers
- Coffee shops
- Bakeries
- Bars & lounges
- Nail salons
- Spas & massage
- Pet grooming & boarding
- Seafood markets
Ascension Parish: all 50 industries
Source: Census Bureau County Business Patterns 2023 (NAICS 484110, establishments) and American Community Survey 2023 five-year population estimates. Establishments are locations, not companies; home-based and self-employed businesses without paid employees are not included. Change compares 2023 with 2018. See the methodology.