How Many Child Care Centers Are in Jefferson Davis Parish?
As of 2023, Jefferson Davis Parish has 4 child care centers, or 1.2 per 10,000 residents, ranking tied at #42 of 45 Louisiana parishes with published figures. That is below the Louisiana statewide rate of 2.3 per 10,000.
The count rose by between 2 and 4 from 2018 to 2023; only a range is known because the 2018 count for Jefferson Davis Parish was not published (it was 0, 1, or 2).
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Compared with the state and the top-ranked parish
| Place | Child care centers | Population (2023) | Per 10,000 | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jefferson Davis Parish | 4 | 32,083 | 1.2 | #42 of 45 |
| Louisiana (statewide) | 1,040 | 4,621,025 | 2.3 | — |
| Avoyelles Parish | 22 | 39,176 | 5.6 | #1 of 45 |
Child care centers in nearby places
| Place | Child care centers | Per 10,000 | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Charles metro area parent metro | 45 | 1.8 | #9 of 10 |
| Acadia Parish | 8 | 1.4 | #39 of 45 |
| Allen Parish | 4 | 1.8 | #33 of 45 |
| Calcasieu Parish | 41 | 2.0 | #28 of 45 |
| Beauregard Parish | 4 | 1.1 | #45 of 45 |
| Cameron Parish | Not published (fewer than 3) | — | — |
| Vermilion Parish | 12 | 2.1 | #27 of 45 |
Nearest parishes by distance between centers.
Frequently asked questions
Is Jefferson Davis Parish a competitive market for child care centers?
Jefferson Davis Parish has more child care centers per resident than 2% of the other 44 Louisiana parishes with published figures, and its density of 1.2 per 10,000 residents is below the statewide rate of 2.3. The index measures how many establishments exist relative to population: supply, not demand or profitability.
How does Jefferson Davis Parish compare to Avoyelles Parish?
Avoyelles Parish ranks #1 among Louisiana parishes with 22 child care centers, or 5.6 per 10,000 residents, about 4.7 times the rate in Jefferson Davis Parish (1.2).
Other industries in Jefferson Davis 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
- Trucking companies
- Self storage
- Optometrists
- Counseling & mental health
- Pharmacies
- Coffee shops
- Bakeries
- Bars & lounges
- Nail salons
- Spas & massage
- Pet grooming & boarding
- Seafood markets
Jefferson Davis Parish: all 50 industries
Source: Census Bureau County Business Patterns 2023 (NAICS 624410, 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.