Broussard, Louisiana facts for kids
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Broussard, Louisiana
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| City of Broussard | |
Downtown
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| Motto(s):
"Where Our Rich Culture Defines Us!"
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Location of Broussard in Lafayette and St. Martin Parish, Louisiana.
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Location of Louisiana in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Louisiana |
| Parish | Lafayette, St. Martin |
| Incorporated | 1884 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 18.03 sq mi (46.70 km2) |
| • Land | 17.99 sq mi (46.60 km2) |
| • Water | 0.04 sq mi (0.10 km2) |
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 13,417 |
| • Density | 745.76/sq mi (287.94/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP Code |
70518
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| Area code(s) | 337 |
| FIPS code | 22-10075 |
| Website | Broussard, Louisiana |
Broussard is a city located in Louisiana, a state in the United States. It is found in both Lafayette and St. Martin parishes. In 2020, about 13,417 people lived there. Broussard is part of the larger Lafayette metropolitan area.
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History of Broussard
How Broussard Got Its Name
Broussard was first called Côte Gelée, which means "Frozen Hill" in French. This name came from the hilly area and a very cold winter in 1784. The city was officially started in 1884. It was named after Valsin Broussard. He was an important local business owner. He also helped form the first group of citizens who worked together to keep the town safe.
Valsin Broussard was a descendant of Joseph Broussard de Beausoleil. Joseph was one of the first 200 Acadians to arrive in Louisiana. They came on a ship called the Santo Domingo on February 27, 1765.
Broussard's Economy and Growth
For a long time, Broussard's main farming products were sugarcane, soybeans, and hay. People also raised horses and cattle. Today, the city has many different businesses. These include companies that help with oil and gas, food suppliers, and manufacturing plants.
Broussard has changed a lot over the years. It went from a small farming community with large sugarcane farms to a busy industrial city. It now has over 300 businesses. Broussard officially became a city in November 2002.
Geography of Broussard
Where is Broussard Located?
Broussard is in the southern part of Louisiana, in a region called Acadiana. Most of the city is in Lafayette Parish. A smaller part of the city is in St. Martin Parish.
The city of St. Martinville is about 10 miles east of Broussard. St. Martinville is the main town, or parish seat, for St. Martin Parish. Louisiana Highway 96 connects these two communities.
Major Roads and Nearby Cities
Other important roads like Louisiana Highway 182 and U.S. Route 90 (which will become Interstate 49) also go through Broussard. The city of Lafayette is about 7 miles northwest. Lafayette is the parish seat for Lafayette Parish. New Iberia is about 14 miles southeast. New Iberia is the parish seat for Iberia Parish.
Size of the City
According to the United States Census Bureau, Broussard covers a total area of about 11.4 square miles (29.6 square kilometers). Almost all of this area is land, with only a very small part being water.
Population and People
How Many People Live in Broussard?
Broussard has grown a lot over the years. Here's how its population has changed:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1900 | 290 | — | |
| 1910 | 499 | 72.1% | |
| 1920 | 602 | 20.6% | |
| 1930 | 806 | 33.9% | |
| 1940 | 791 | −1.9% | |
| 1950 | 1,237 | 56.4% | |
| 1960 | 1,600 | 29.3% | |
| 1970 | 1,707 | 6.7% | |
| 1980 | 2,923 | 71.2% | |
| 1990 | 3,213 | 9.9% | |
| 2000 | 5,874 | 82.8% | |
| 2010 | 8,197 | 39.5% | |
| 2020 | 13,417 | 63.7% | |
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Diversity in Broussard
The city of Broussard is home to people from many different backgrounds. The table below shows the racial makeup of the city in 2020:
| Race | Number | Percentage |
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| White (non-Hispanic) | 9,770 | 72.82% |
| Black or African American (non-Hispanic) | 2,129 | 15.87% |
| Native American | 56 | 0.42% |
| Asian | 264 | 1.97% |
| Pacific Islander | 4 | 0.03% |
| Other/Mixed | 500 | 3.73% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 694 | 5.17% |
In 2020, there were 13,417 people living in Broussard. The average household had about 2.69 people. In 2019, the average age of people in the city was around 35.1 years old. The average income for a household was about $82,677.
Sports in Broussard
Broussard is home to the Chitimacha Louisiana Open. This is a professional golf tournament that has been played at Le Triomphe Golf & Country Club since 1992.
Notable People from Broussard
- Erin Blanchard, a talented gymnast
- Illinois Jacquet, a famous jazz musician
