RANK #945 / 996 · POP 52,191 · LA
PROJECTED GROWTH: -2.5%
St. Charles Parish, Louisiana, known as the "Parish of Plenty," is distinguished by its location along the Mississippi River and its historical ties to the 18th-century German Coast settlement. This area, approximately 25 miles west of New Orleans, offers a blend of rural charm and convenient access to a major city. Commute times to New Orleans by car are around 37 minutes. The parish is bisected by the Mississippi River, with communities like Destrehan and Luling on either side, connected by the Hale Boggs Bridge. Outdoor recreation is available at places like Wetland Watchers Park, offering nature walks, fishing, and camping, and the Bonnet Carré Spillway, which provides trails for mountain biking and birdwatching.
Life in St. Charles Parish often appeals to families, drawn by its highly-rated public school system. The economy, historically agricultural, transitioned to industry in the 20th century with the rise of energy and petrochemical sectors. Recent economic developments show continued investment in these areas, alongside growth in transportation and alternative fuels. The parish's position within the Port of South Louisiana, a major port district, further contributes to its economic landscape.
Below national median
Below-average climate & terrain
Above national median (13x)
Housing looks undervalued at 1.4x — home prices are low 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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St. Charles Clean Fuels (Blue Ammonia and Hydrogen Production)
Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners & Sustainable Fuels Group
|
$4,600M | Proposed |
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Southern Energy Renewables Aviation Fuel Production Facility
Southern Energy Renewables
|
$1,400M | Planned |
|
St. Charles Power Station (Natural Gas)
Entergy Louisiana LLC
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$870M | Operating |
|
Entergy Louisiana Generation Facility at Waterford Site (supporting Meta data center)
Entergy Louisiana
|
$550M | Planned |
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Drainage, Road, Residential Elevations and Water Infrastructure Improvements (Grant Pipeline)
St. Charles Parish Government
|
$129M | Proposed |
Source: public records, news, corporate announcements. Amounts are estimates where noted.
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St. Charles Parish has a Boom Town Index score of 5/100, ranking #945 among 996 U.S. counties. With job growth at +7.0% and a median household income of $79,191, it faces some economic headwinds compared to faster-growing counties.
The median home value in St. Charles Parish is $248,600 with median rent at $1,122/month. The income-to-home-value ratio is 0.3185, which is more affordable than the national average.
Population growth: -0.4% year-over-year. Job growth: +7.0%. Home values changed +0.8% in the past 12 months.
Yes — 4.7% of St. Charles Parish's population moved from another state, which is above the national average and indicates strong in-migration.