How Many Auto Body Shops Are in Rapides Parish?
As of 2023, Rapides Parish has 18 auto body shops, or 1.4 per 10,000 residents, ranking tied at #7 of 39 Louisiana parishes with published figures. That is above the Louisiana statewide rate of 1.1 per 10,000.
The count rose from 15 in 2018 to 18 in 2023, a change of +3 (+20%).
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Compared with the state and the top-ranked parish
| Place | Auto body shops | Population (2023) | Per 10,000 | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rapides Parish | 18 | 128,470 | 1.4 | #7 of 39 |
| Louisiana (statewide) | 489 | 4,621,025 | 1.1 | — |
| West Baton Rouge Parish | 6 | 27,666 | 2.2 | #1 of 39 |
Auto body shops in nearby places
| Place | Auto body shops | Per 10,000 | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alexandria metro area parent metro | 21 | 1.4 | #1 of 10 |
| Grant Parish | 3 | 1.4 | #7 of 39 |
| Evangeline Parish | 4 | 1.2 | #17 of 39 |
| Avoyelles Parish | 7 | 1.8 | #3 of 39 |
| LaSalle Parish | Not published (fewer than 3) | — | — |
| Vernon Parish | Not published (fewer than 3) | — | — |
| Allen Parish | Not published (fewer than 3) | — | — |
Nearest parishes by distance between centers.
Frequently asked questions
Is Rapides Parish a competitive market for auto body shops?
Rapides Parish has more auto body shops per resident than 68% of the other 38 Louisiana parishes with published figures, and its density of 1.4 per 10,000 residents is above the statewide rate of 1.1. The index measures how many establishments exist relative to population: supply, not demand or profitability.
How does Rapides Parish compare to West Baton Rouge Parish?
West Baton Rouge Parish ranks #1 among Louisiana parishes with 6 auto body shops, or 2.2 per 10,000 residents, about 1.6 times the rate in Rapides Parish (1.4).
Other industries in Rapides 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
- 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
Rapides Parish: all 50 industries
Source: Census Bureau County Business Patterns 2023 (NAICS 811121, 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.