Lincoln Parish is home to two major universities, Louisiana Tech University and Grambling State University. The intellectual capital provided by these universities fosters a culture of innovation. As part of its efforts to cultivate a knowledge economy and to nurture R&D, Louisiana Tech University launched a new research park called Enterprise Campus (pictured here).

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Ruston, Louisiana

As the home of the Squire Creek Peach Festival, Ruston boasts a population of 21,859, a 6.4% increase from a decade ago.

Ruston is positioning itself to seize its future and realize its full potential through the Ruston 21 Comprehensive Plan.

The City is revitalizing its historic downtown, strengthening partnerships with university and industry leaders, and enhancing research, educational and economic opportunities for residents.
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Lincoln Parish: Positioned for Progress

Known as one of the most affluent and progressive areas in the state, Lincoln Parish capitalizes on its incredible mix of assets: two major universities including a nationally known research university; a strategic location along Interstate 20; and visionary leadership.

Lincoln Parish covers 482 sq. miles of land with a population of 46,735 residents and a 66% educational attainment rate. The civilian labor force of 19,555 earns average household income of $42,287. Unemployment in Lincoln Parish stands at 8.3%, below the national average of 9%.

As the parish seat, Ruston boasts one of the strongest economies in Louisiana. Two major universities, Louisiana Tech University and Grambling State University, form the underpinnings of a well-rounded economy based on education, natural resources, retail and service, transportation, manufacturing, agriculture and banking and financial services. Striving to position itself for the next century, the City of Ruston led by Mayor Dan Hollingsworth is undertaking a re-envisioning plan called Ruston 21.

Spearheaded by Louisiana Tech University,  a top tier research institution, Lincoln Parish is cultivating a knowledge economy driven by innovation and technology. Tech's newest Enterprise Campus combines R&D with economic development.

Lincoln Communities
Lincoln Demographics
Lincoln Workplace Statistics
Lincoln Transportation Infrastructure
Lincoln Major Employers
Tax Structure: Cost of Business

Lincoln Parish Communities

• Ruston	• Choudrant
• Grambling	• Simsboro
• Dubach	• Vienna
• Downsville

Lincoln Parish Population Demographics

(2010 U.S. Census)

Demographics
Population	46,735
Households	15,947
Median Age	29.6
Male Population	22,820 (48.8%)
Median Male Age	26.5
Female Population	23,915 (51.2%)
Median Female Age	29.3
5 Year Population Projection	50,262 to 61,210
Race
White	25,775 (55.2%)
African American	18,925 (40.5%)
American Indian or Alaska Native	123 (.3%)
Asian	790 (1.7)
Other	1,088 (2.3)
Hispanic Ethnicity	1189 (2.5%)
Income
Median Household Income	$30,256
Average Household Income	$42,287
Per Capita Income	$17,316

Lincoln Parish Workplace Statistics

Workforce
Civilian Labor	19,555
Employed	17,937
Unemployed	1,618
Unemployment rate	8.3%
White Collar Jobs	61.1%
Service Jobs	19.1%
Blue Collar Jobs	19.8%
Educational Attainment Diploma or Higher (Age 25+)	65.6%
High School Graduate	25.9%
Associate Degree	5.5%
Bachelor’s Degree	19.1%
Master’s or Doctorate	15.1%
Weekly Wages- 3Q 2010
Average Weekly Wage	$637

Lincoln Parish Transportation Infrastructure

Major Interstates	Interstate 20
Major Highways	US 80, US 167, LA 33
Ports	Red River Port - 68.8 miles Port of Shreveport-Bossier - 82.9 miles Port of Natchitoches - 65 miles Greater Ouachita Port - 31.2 miles
Class 1 Railroads	Kansas City Railroad (KCS)
Airports	Ruston Regional Airport - 3.5 miles Monroe Regional Airport - 37.4 miles Shreveport Regional Airport - 74.6

*Based on distance from parish seat

**All North Louisiana Ports are connected to deepwater ports.

Lincoln Parish Major Employers

Private Employers	Employees
North Louisiana Medical Center	678
Louisiana United Methodist Children	363
Saint Gobain Container Company	360
Health South Specialty Hospital of North Louisiana	277
Genesis Energy/ dba Davidson Transport	275
Aramark Services Inc - La Tech	180
Franke Consumer Products	178
People Centered Support Services	150
Flakeboard	135
Industrial Insulation Group LLC	120
Public Employers
Louisiana Tech University	1,250
Lincoln Parish School Board	963
Grambling State University	691
City of Ruston	321

Tax Structure: Cost of Doing Business

State Corporate Income Tax	4% on the first $25,000 of net income 5% on the next $25,000 6% on the next $50,000 7% on the next $100,000 8% on the excess of $200,000 Louisiana uses single sales factor
State Corporate Franchise Tax	$1.50 per $1,000 or major fraction thereof up to $300,000 $3.00 per $1,000 or major fraction thereof in excess of $300,000 Tax rates for individuals filing single, married, filing separately, or head of household
Unemployment Insurance Tax	Standard rate range is .10% - 6.2% Rate for new employers is the average rate for the particular industry Maximum unemployment weekly benefit is $258 for 26 weeks
Parish Property	71 - 129.39 Mills*
Total Sales Taxes in Lincoln Parish	7.00%**
Total Sales Taxes in Dubach	7.75%
Total Sales Taxes in Grambling	8.75%
Total Sales Taxes in Ruston	8.50%

* 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% state tax along with a local portion