How Many Optometrists Are in Lafourche Parish?
As of 2023, Lafourche Parish has 5 optometrists, or 0.5 per 10,000 residents, ranking tied at #12 of 21 Louisiana parishes with published figures. That matches the Louisiana statewide rate of 0.5 per 10,000.
The count fell from 6 in 2018 to 5 in 2023, a change of -1 (-17%).
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Compared with the state and the top-ranked parish
| Place | Optometrists | Population (2023) | Per 10,000 | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lafourche Parish | 5 | 96,670 | 0.5 | #12 of 21 |
| Louisiana (statewide) | 252 | 4,621,025 | 0.5 | — |
| Natchitoches Parish | 4 | 37,047 | 1.1 | #1 of 21 |
Optometrists in nearby places
| Place | Optometrists | Per 10,000 | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| Houma metro area parent metro | 12 | 0.6 | #4 of 10 |
| Jefferson Parish | 28 | 0.6 | #9 of 21 |
| St. Charles Parish | Not published (fewer than 3) | — | — |
| Terrebonne Parish | 7 | 0.7 | #6 of 21 |
| Plaquemines Parish | Not published (fewer than 3) | — | — |
| St. John the Baptist Parish | Not published (fewer than 3) | — | — |
| Orleans Parish | 15 | 0.4 | #16 of 21 |
Nearest parishes by distance between centers.
Frequently asked questions
Is Lafourche Parish a competitive market for optometrists?
Lafourche Parish has more optometrists per resident than 30% of the other 20 Louisiana parishes with published figures, and its density of 0.5 per 10,000 residents is equal to the statewide rate of 0.5. The index measures how many establishments exist relative to population: supply, not demand or profitability.
How does Lafourche Parish compare to Natchitoches Parish?
Natchitoches Parish ranks #1 among Louisiana parishes with 4 optometrists, or 1.1 per 10,000 residents, about 2.2 times the rate in Lafourche Parish (0.5).
Other industries in Lafourche 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
- Counseling & mental health
- Pharmacies
- Child care centers
- Coffee shops
- Bakeries
- Bars & lounges
- Nail salons
- Spas & massage
- Pet grooming & boarding
- Seafood markets
Lafourche Parish: all 50 industries
Source: Census Bureau County Business Patterns 2023 (NAICS 621320, 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.