How Many Dentists Are in De Soto Parish?
As of 2023, De Soto Parish has 5 dentists, or 1.9 per 10,000 residents, ranking tied at #34 of 46 Louisiana parishes with published figures. That is below the Louisiana statewide rate of 3.4 per 10,000.
The count is unchanged from 2018, when there were also 5.
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Compared with the state and the top-ranked parish
| Place | Dentists | Population (2023) | Per 10,000 | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| De Soto Parish | 5 | 26,897 | 1.9 | #34 of 46 |
| Louisiana (statewide) | 1,575 | 4,621,025 | 3.4 | — |
| Lafayette Parish | 136 | 245,075 | 5.5 | #1 of 46 |
Dentists in nearby places
| Place | Dentists | Per 10,000 | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shreveport metro area parent metro | 138 | 3.5 | #5 of 10 |
| Red River Parish | Not published (fewer than 3) | — | — |
| Caddo Parish | 97 | 4.2 | #6 of 46 |
| Bossier Parish | 36 | 2.8 | #19 of 46 |
| Natchitoches Parish | 8 | 2.2 | #26 of 46 |
| Sabine Parish | 3 | 1.4 | #41 of 46 |
| Bienville Parish | Not published (fewer than 3) | — | — |
Nearest parishes by distance between centers. Full ranking: Dentists in Louisiana (in the playbook's market snapshot).
Frequently asked questions
Is De Soto Parish a competitive market for dentists?
De Soto Parish has more dentists per resident than 22% of the other 45 Louisiana parishes with published figures, and its density of 1.9 per 10,000 residents is below the statewide rate of 3.4. The index measures how many establishments exist relative to population: supply, not demand or profitability.
How does De Soto Parish compare to Lafayette Parish?
Lafayette Parish ranks #1 among Louisiana parishes with 136 dentists, or 5.5 per 10,000 residents, about 2.9 times the rate in De Soto Parish (1.9).
Other industries in De Soto 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
- 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
- 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
De Soto Parish: all 50 industries
Source: Census Bureau County Business Patterns 2023 (NAICS 621210, 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.