Klepler Lake is just one of the many recreational options available in Bienville Parish. Communities here pride themselves on achieving an enjoyable quality of life that balances hard work with recreation. Rich in tradition and heritage, Bienville Parish also offers a progressive future. Its strategic location along Interstate 20 provides easy access for companies.
Bienville Parish: Expanding North Louisiana Business Horizons
Located in North Central Louisiana, Bienville Parish covers 811 sq. miles with convenient access to Interstate 20. Its 2019 estimated population of 13,485 residents earns an median household income of $39,520. With a civilian labor force of 5,548 and an unemployment rate of 5.7% as of August 2019, Bienville Parish offers employers a qualified and hardworking workforce.
Known as the place where notorious outlaws, Bonnie and Clyde, meet their end in a shoot out with a sheriff's posse in 1934, Beinville Parish also boast the highest natural point in Louisiana, Mt. Driskill at an elevation of 535 feet. Bienville is steeped in tradition but looking forward to a bright future. Learn about sites and buildings in Bienville Parish.
• Arcadia-Parish Seat
• Jamestown
• Bienville City
• Lucky
• Bryceland
• Mount Lebanon
• Gibsland
• Ringgold
• Castor
• Saline
Bienville Parish Population Demographics
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Demographics |
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2010 Census |
2020 Estimate |
2025 Projection |
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Population |
14,353 |
13,043 |
12,598 |
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Households |
5,838 |
5,405 |
5,253 |
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Median Age (2020) |
42.06 |
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5-Year Pop. Growth Projection (2020-2025) |
-3.41% |
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Race (2020 Estimate) |
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White |
55.27% |
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African American |
41.52% |
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American Indian or Alaska Native |
0.40% |
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Asian |
0.35% |
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Other |
2.47% |
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Income (2020 Estimate) |
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Median Household Income |
$36,901 |
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Average Household Income |
$53,933 |
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Educational Attainment (2020 Estimate) |
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Some High School, No Diploma |
11.04% |
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High School Graduate |
42.44% |
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Some College, No Degree |
23.61% |
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Associate's Degree |
6.30% |
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Bachelor's Degree |
7.84% |
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Master's, Professional or Doctorate |
4.59%
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Average Weekly Wage (Q2 2019) |
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Average Weekly Wage |
$780 |
Source: Environics Analytics (EA). Claritas - Pop-Facts Premier 2020, Claritas. Louisiana Workforce Commission
Bienville Multimodal Transportation Infrastructure
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Major Interstates |
Interstate 20 |
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Major Highways |
US 80, US 371, LA 4, LA9 |
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Ports |
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Red River Port - 57.1 miles
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Port of Shreveport Bossier - 66.7
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Port of Natchitoches - 59 miles
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Greater Ouachita Port - 48.4 miles
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Class 1 Railroads |
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Kansas City Railroad (KCS)
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Louisiana & North West Railroad (LNW)
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Airports |
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Shreveport Regional Airport - 58.4 miles
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Monroe Regional Airport - 53.7 miles
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Tax Structure: Cost of Doing Business
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State Corporate Income Tax |
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4% on the first $25,000 of net income
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5% on the next $25,000
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6% on the next $50,000
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7% on the next $100,000
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8% on the excess of $200,000
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Louisiana uses single sales factor
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State Corporate Franchise Tax |
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$1.50 per $1,000 or major fraction thereof up to $300,000
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$3.00 per $1,000 or major fraction thereof in excess of $300,000
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The initial corporation franchise tax is $110.
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Unemployment Insurance Tax |
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The 2017 wage base is $7,700
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Standard rate range is .10% - 6.2%
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Rate for new employers is the average rate for the particular industry
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Maximum unemployment weekly benefit is 1/2 of the claimant's previous wage earnings for 26 weeks
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2018 Parishwide Millage (Property Tax) Rate |
97.57 mills* |
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Total Sales Taxes in unincorporated Bienville Parish |
7.45%** |
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Total Sales Taxes in Arcadia |
9.95% |
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Total Sales Taxes in Castor |
8.45% |
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Total Sales Tax in Gibsland |
9.45% |
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Total Sales Taxes in Ringgold |
9.45% |
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Total Sales Taxes in Saline |
8.45% |
* To calculate property tax, multiply the assessed value of the property by the appropriate millage rate. The assessed value is the fair market value of the property times 10% for real property or 15% for personal property.
** Sales taxes include a 4.5% state tax along with a local portion