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Oak Grove, Louisiana

town · Sabine Parish (primary) , Ascension Parish, Cameron Parish, Grant Parish, Lincoln Parish, Natchitoches Parish, West Carroll Parish

At a glance

1,264
Population
$87,500
Median home value (all homes)
71% below U.S. median
$97,863
Typical market value
Zillow, 2026-07
$679/mo
Median rent
50% below U.S. median
$51,136
Median household income
35% below U.S. median
19.5 min
Average commute
77%
Homes with broadband
11.68%
Locations with fiber available
2.2%
Unemployment

Cost of living (Clay Affordability Index)

CAI 82 — 18% below the national average. how it's computed

Housing53% below
Goods & services6% below
Utilities3% above
Taxes19% below
Insurance43% above
Commute cost35% below
For business: Louisiana is CBII band 2/5 · time to build band 1/5. See state page for the breakdown.

Living here

Nearest 4-year college46 mi
Nearest community college45 mi
Nearest technical college42 mi
High school graduates81.3%
College graduates22.4%

Doing business here

Economic development contacts, most local first:

city Ascension EDC
AEDC is a 501 (C)(6) not-for-profit corporation with the mission of fueling sustainable growth in Ascension Parish, Louisiana with strategic initiatives that attract investment and support innovation. AEDC envisions Ascension Parish as the preferred location for quality business and economic development in the worldwide market, recognized for its quality of life and as a place to live and work.
city SWLA Chamber-Economic Alliance
The Chamber Southwest Louisiana and its foundation form the Southwest Louisiana Economic Development Alliance, a regional economic development organization that uses its resources to strengthen business recruiting and retention for Allen, Beauregard, Calcasieu, Cameron, and Jeff Davis Parishes.
county Ascension Economic Development Corp
AEDC is a 501 (C)(6) not-for-profit corporation with the mission of fueling sustainable growth in Ascension Parish, Louisiana with strategic initiatives that attract investment and support innovation.
region Central Louisiana Chamber of Commerce
The Central Louisiana Regional Chamber of Commerce is committed to improving the local business climate in the Alexandria/Pineville region, advocating for business interests, and supporting member businesses through events, referrals, and leadership development.
region Central Louisiana Economic Alliance
A regional economic development organization for Central Louisiana serving ten parishes, with a mission to grow the economy, champion people, and build on collective strengths to shape a region where individuals, businesses, and communities can prosper.
region North Louisiana Economic Partnership
region Northeast Louisiana Economic Alliance
state Acadiana Economic Development Council
state America Electric Power Economic Development
American Electric Power's Economic Development page outlines the company's site selection services, energy solutions, and resources to help businesses locate and grow within AEP's service territory across 11 states.
state Jeff Davis Parish Economic Development
Industrial, Agricultural & Commercial Development for Jeff Davis Parish, Louisiana.
state Louisiana Association of Planning and Development Districts
State sales taxYes
State income taxYes
Right-to-work stateYes

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