Ouachita (pronounced wah-sha-taw) Parish (county) is Northeast Louisiana's metropolitan statistical area of nearly 148,000 persons. It is part of the 8-parish region including Richland, Lincoln, Jackson, Caldwell, Franklin, Morehouse and Union Parishes. The area's strategic location on Interstate-20, along with its many other resources such as ports and navigable waterways, skilled and available workers, technical colleges and universities and low business costs makes it a natural for all types of industry.

Ouachita Economic Development Corporation (OEDC) is the primary entity charged with economic development for the parish.  Our mission is to assist with retention, expansion and recruitment of primary industry in Ouachita Parish. 

Whether it is finding the ideal spot for your business relocation or help with the various available incentives such as Renewal Community, please allow us to assist you.  Browse the links above and to the right.  If you are not able to find the information you need please contact us.

Click here for a downloadable brochure of Quick Facts for Ouachita Parish.