How Many Funeral Homes Are in Ouachita Parish?
As of 2023, Ouachita Parish has 7 funeral homes, or 0.4 per 10,000 residents, ranking tied at #23 of 31 Louisiana parishes with published figures. That is below the Louisiana statewide rate of 0.5 per 10,000.
The count fell from 8 in 2018 to 7 in 2023, a change of -1 (-12%).
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Compared with the state and the top-ranked parish
| Place | Funeral homes | Population (2023) | Per 10,000 | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ouachita Parish | 7 | 158,916 | 0.4 | #23 of 31 |
| Louisiana (statewide) | 249 | 4,621,025 | 0.5 | — |
| Avoyelles Parish | 9 | 39,176 | 2.3 | #1 of 31 |
Funeral homes in nearby places
| Place | Funeral homes | Per 10,000 | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monroe metro area parent metro | 14 | 0.6 | #3 of 10 |
| Jackson Parish | Not published (fewer than 3) | — | — |
| Union Parish | Not published (fewer than 3) | — | — |
| Richland Parish | 3 | 1.5 | #5 of 31 |
| Caldwell Parish | Not published (fewer than 3) | — | — |
| Morehouse Parish | Not published (fewer than 3) | — | — |
| Lincoln Parish | 3 | 0.6 | #18 of 31 |
Nearest parishes by distance between centers.
Frequently asked questions
Is Ouachita Parish a competitive market for funeral homes?
Ouachita Parish has more funeral homes per resident than 20% of the other 30 Louisiana parishes with published figures, and its density of 0.4 per 10,000 residents is below the statewide rate of 0.5. The index measures how many establishments exist relative to population: supply, not demand or profitability.
How does Ouachita Parish compare to Avoyelles Parish?
Avoyelles Parish ranks #1 among Louisiana parishes with 9 funeral homes, or 2.3 per 10,000 residents, about 5.7 times the rate in Ouachita Parish (0.4).
Other industries in Ouachita 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
- 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
Ouachita Parish: all 50 industries
Source: Census Bureau County Business Patterns 2023 (NAICS 812210, 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.