Economy & Jobs — Waterproof, Louisiana
Income & Employment
| Median Household Income (Census) | $21,786 |
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| Estimated 2026 | ~$27,700 |
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| Per Capita Income | $13,271 |
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| Poverty Rate | 70.7% |
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| Unemployment Rate | 12.1% |
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| In Labor Force | 120 |
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Top Industries
| Industry | Share |
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| Education Healthcare | 36.2% |
| Agriculture | 26.7% |
| Retail | 21.0% |
Local Businesses (County)
| Type | Count |
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| General Merchandise | 4 |
| Commercial Banks | 3 |
| Full Service Restaurants | 3 |
Sources: Census ACS 5-Year 2023; BLS QCEW 2023; Census ACS 5-Year 2023, B19013.
