How many small businesses are in Louisiana?

Louisiana has approximately 436,000 small businesses, representing 99.5 percent of all businesses in the state. They employ 836,000 workers — 42.8 percent of Louisiana's private workforce. Source: SBA Office of Advocacy, 2024 Small Business Profile.

How active is SBA 7(a) lending in Louisiana?

Louisiana received 798 SBA 7(a) loan approvals in FY2024, totaling $328 million. The average loan size was approximately $411,000. Source: SBA FOIA loan dataset, FY2024 aggregate.

Does Louisiana have a commercial financing disclosure law?

No. Louisiana has not enacted a statewide commercial financing disclosure law as of 2026.

What financing products work best for Louisiana small businesses?

Energy services businesses use equipment financing and working capital. Hospitality businesses use revenue-based financing for seasonal and event-driven cash flow. Healthcare practices access SBA 7(a). The right product depends on your industry and revenue profile.

Is ClearValue Lending available in Louisiana?

Yes. ClearValue Lending routes Louisiana SMB applicants to lender partners operating across New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Shreveport, Lafayette, and statewide. We are a funding platform, not a lender or broker.

What are typical eligibility minimums for Louisiana SMB financing?

SBA 7(a) typically requires 2+ years in business, 650+ FICO, and $150,000+ annual revenue. Revenue-based financing may be available with 500+ FICO, 6+ months in business, and $10,000+ monthly revenue. All financing is subject to lender underwriting.

Small Business Loans in Louisiana

Louisiana has 436,000 small businesses employing 836,000 workers — 42.8 percent of the state's private workforce. In FY2024, Louisiana small businesses received 798 SBA 7(a) loans totaling $328 million, with an average loan size of approximately $411,000. Louisiana's SMB economy is uniquely shaped by its energy services sector (offshore oil and gas, petrochemical processing), the Port of New Orleans and the Lower Mississippi River logistics corridor, and a significant tourism and hospitality economy concentrated in New Orleans.