WELCOME TO LAPLACE

Situated along the east bank of the Mississippi River, LaPlace is a part of the St. John the Baptist Parish, as well as a suburb of New Orleans.

The economy of LaPlace is growing radiply and becoming more diverse. A reasonable cost of living makes LaPlace ideal for young professional, families, and retirees. Leading industries are agriculture, petrochemicals and steel, and the economy is also expanding in areas such as education, healthcare, retail and technology. One of the largest employers is the Port of South Louisiana, which is headquartered in LaPlace.

With its location near New Orleans and the Gulf of Mexico, LaPlace also prides itself in having some of the freshest seafood restaurants in the nation. Among the favorites are Frenier Landing Restaurant & Oyster Bar, Off the Dock Seafood Restaurant and Pier 51.

LaPlace boasts an excellent transportation system as it is located at the intersection of major area highways. LaPlace is only a 20-minute commute to New Orleans.