Why Houma-Terrebonne

World-renown for its manufacturing and fabrication proficiency in the energy sector, Terrebonne is a global leader in seafood and agricultural production.

· Well positioned to serve regional and national markets

· Low rate of unionization in local labor force

· Low cost of living, cultural activities, recreational opportunities and medical facilities

· Numerous tax incentive programs

Food Manufacturing

Terrebonne Parish is one of the leading regions in the United States for the harvesting of shrimp, oysters, and other aquaculture products, and has a significant base of sugar cane farming.
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Energy & Marine

Terrebonne Parish is one of the leading areas for oil-and-gas production in the United States. In addition to having a significant base of employment in the energy sector, the oil-and-gas industry also sustains a major inland marine and port economy.
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Coastal Restoration

Terrebonne Parish has invested local funds in coastal-restoration and preservation activities that has yielded an impressive 72-mile hurricane-protection system to combat storm surges and flooding while growing a base of experience and knowledge in the sector.
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Aviation & Avionics

This industry plays an important supporting role in the regional economy, with approximately 750 aviation sector jobs, 2,000 direct industrial jobs on the airport’s industrial park, and indirect employment in the thousands through the oil-and-gas industry. It also features 20 other aviation businesses.
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Health Services

Health services are a strong pillar of Terrebonne Parish’s economy, employing about 7,000 in the sector. Along with two major respected hospitals, a world-class cardiac care facility and outpatient centers, many of the sector’s jobs are in private practices and service providers for the elderly…learn more>

Professional Services

Terrebonne Parish has an established base of employers in the professional, business, and financial services, many supporting the energy sector. This includes companies that provide accounting, payroll, human resources, management, business support, and other related services…
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