RANK #499 / 996 · POP 143,425 · LA
PROJECTED GROWTH: +0.7%
Livingston Parish, Louisiana, is known for its blend of rural charm and suburban convenience, with Denham Springs standing out as its largest city and a hub for antique shopping. Located just east of Baton Rouge, the parish offers a commute of around 30 minutes to the capital city, with Interstate 12 providing a main artery for travel. The community maintains a family-oriented atmosphere, and its landscape features diverse natural beauty, from rolling pine and hardwood forests in the north to cypress forests and marshes bordering Lake Maurepas and the Amite River in the south. Outdoor recreation is a significant draw, with over 400 miles of navigable waterways for fishing, boating, and kayaking, alongside parks like Tickfaw State Park offering hiking and camping.
Life in Livingston Parish often appeals to families, drawn by its highly-rated public schools and a sense of community. The parish has experienced significant population growth, attracting residents seeking a balance between natural surroundings and access to urban amenities. The local economy is seeing development across various sectors, including commercial and industrial projects. Recent approvals include new commercial ventures, infrastructure improvements, and expansions in manufacturing and fabrication, contributing to job creation and economic strengthening.
Overvalued relative to economy
Well below national median
Moderate climate & terrain
Below national median (13x)
Housing looks overvalued at 9.3x — home prices are high relative to local economic output. The typical U.S. county is 4–6x.
Source: Redfin · Census BPS — Browse sales on Redfin →
| PROJECT | AMOUNT | STATUS |
|---|---|---|
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Pelican Sequestration Hub
1PointFive (Oxy)
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$500M | Proposed |
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Livingston Energy Storage Project
Vesper Energy
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$50M | Planned |
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Juban Crossing Mixed-Use Development
Dantin Bruce Development
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$50M | Approved |
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Epic Piping Manufacturing Expansion
Epic Piping, LLC (Bernhard Capital Partners)
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$25M | Under Construction |
Source: public records, news, corporate announcements. Amounts are estimates where noted.
Bars show percentile rank among all 996 counties.
Livingston Parish has a Boom Town Index score of 50/100, ranking #499 among 996 U.S. counties. With job growth at -0.2% and a median household income of $77,978, it's an above-average county on economic indicators.
The median home value in Livingston Parish is $210,100 with median rent at $1,130/month. The income-to-home-value ratio is 0.3711, which is more affordable than the national average.
Population growth: +1.7% year-over-year. Job growth: -0.2%. Home values changed +2.7% in the past 12 months.
Yes — 3.22% of Livingston Parish's population moved from another state, which is above the national average and indicates strong in-migration.