Economic Development

Situated on the west bank of the Mississippi River, West Baton Rouge Parish has unique competitive advantages, such as The Port of Greater Baton Rouge, rail, industrial land zoning, proximity to interstates and a major metropolitan region. West Baton Rouge is in a state of positive, deliberate growth that continues to attract more and more interest from industry sectors relocating or expanding. Travel down the major roadways and you will see the development of shopping centers, hotels and residential neighborhoods. It has never been more exciting than RIGHT NOW to be invested in our Parish! Make West Baton Rouge home for your company, by clicking here.

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