How Many Veterinary Clinics Are in Calcasieu Parish?
As of 2023, Calcasieu Parish has 27 veterinary clinics, or 1.3 per 10,000 residents, ranking tied at #8 of 36 Louisiana parishes with published figures. That is above the Louisiana statewide rate of 1.0 per 10,000.
The count rose from 24 in 2018 to 27 in 2023, a change of +3 (+13%).
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Compared with the state and the top-ranked parish
| Place | Veterinary services | Population (2023) | Per 10,000 | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calcasieu Parish | 27 | 208,668 | 1.3 | #8 of 36 |
| Louisiana (statewide) | 484 | 4,621,025 | 1.0 | — |
| West Feliciana Parish | 3 | 15,381 | 2.0 | #1 of 36 |
Veterinary services in nearby places
| Place | Veterinary services | Per 10,000 | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Charles metro area parent metro | 30 | 1.2 | #3 of 10 |
| Beauregard Parish | 4 | 1.1 | #13 of 36 |
| Cameron Parish | Not published (fewer than 3) | — | — |
| Jefferson Davis Parish | 3 | 0.9 | #23 of 36 |
| Allen Parish | Not published (fewer than 3) | — | — |
| Acadia Parish | 8 | 1.4 | #6 of 36 |
| Vernon Parish | 4 | 0.8 | #31 of 36 |
Nearest parishes by distance between centers.
Frequently asked questions
Is Calcasieu Parish a competitive market for veterinary clinics?
Calcasieu Parish has more veterinary clinics per resident than 74% of the other 35 Louisiana parishes with published figures, and its density of 1.3 per 10,000 residents is above the statewide rate of 1.0. The index measures how many establishments exist relative to population: supply, not demand or profitability.
How does Calcasieu Parish compare to West Feliciana Parish?
West Feliciana Parish ranks #1 among Louisiana parishes with 3 veterinary clinics, or 2.0 per 10,000 residents, about 1.5 times the rate in Calcasieu Parish (1.3).
Other industries in Calcasieu 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
- 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
- Trucking companies
- Self storage
- Optometrists
- Counseling & mental health
- Pharmacies
- Child care centers
- Coffee shops
- Bakeries
- Bars & lounges
- Nail salons
- Spas & massage
- Pet grooming & boarding
- Seafood markets
Calcasieu Parish: all 50 industries
Source: Census Bureau County Business Patterns 2023 (NAICS 541940, 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.