Community, Economy & Services

Without a doubt, the woods are the backbone of the Jackson Parish economy. Everyone, from the owner of a pharmacy to the waitress at the local diner, depends on the thick groves of pines here and around the region in some way or another. Aside from the timber industry, the healthcare industry is quite large for such a rural parish.  Jackson Parish is home to a hospital, several nursing and long-term care facilities, pharmacies, medical clinics, and home health agencies.

Photo:  A view of the booming Jackson Parish economy