Farmerville, Louisiana facts for kids
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Farmerville, Louisiana
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Downtown Farmerville
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Location of Farmerville in Union Parish, Louisiana.
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Location of Louisiana in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Louisiana |
| Parish | Union |
| Area | |
| • Total | 5.88 sq mi (15.23 km2) |
| • Land | 5.78 sq mi (14.97 km2) |
| • Water | 0.10 sq mi (0.26 km2) |
| Elevation | 171 ft (52 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 3,366 |
| • Density | 582.35/sq mi (224.85/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP Code |
71241
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| Area code(s) | 318 |
| FIPS code | 22-25160 |
| Website | http://www.farmerville.org |
Farmerville is a town in Louisiana, United States. It is the main town, or parish seat, of Union Parish. The town was once known as Farmersville.
In 2010, about 3,860 people lived here. Farmerville is part of the larger Monroe Metropolitan Area. The town is located around Lake D'Arbonne, which is a popular spot for fishing and boating.
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Exploring Farmerville's Location and Climate
Where is Farmerville Located?
Farmerville covers about 5.6 square miles (14.5 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a small part being water.
What is Farmerville's Climate Like?
The weather in Farmerville has hot and humid summers. Winters are usually mild to cool. This type of weather is called a humid subtropical climate.
Tornado Event in 2022
On December 13, 2022, an EF3 tornado hit the northern part of Farmerville. This strong storm damaged many buildings. It also caused injuries to 14 people. The tornado resulted in about $1.2 million in damage.
Understanding Farmerville's Population
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1870 | 272 | — | |
| 1880 | 712 | 161.8% | |
| 1890 | 472 | −33.7% | |
| 1900 | 458 | −3.0% | |
| 1910 | 598 | 30.6% | |
| 1920 | 632 | 5.7% | |
| 1930 | 1,137 | 79.9% | |
| 1940 | 1,428 | 25.6% | |
| 1950 | 2,173 | 52.2% | |
| 1960 | 2,727 | 25.5% | |
| 1970 | 3,416 | 25.3% | |
| 1980 | 3,768 | 10.3% | |
| 1990 | 3,334 | −11.5% | |
| 2000 | 3,808 | 14.2% | |
| 2010 | 3,860 | 1.4% | |
| 2020 | 3,366 | −12.8% | |
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Farmerville has seen its population change over the years. In 2020, there were 3,366 people living in the town. These people lived in 954 households. About 552 of these households were families.
| Group | Number | Percentage |
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| White (not Hispanic) | 950 | 28.22% |
| Black or African American (not Hispanic) | 2,162 | 64.23% |
| Native American | 10 | 0.3% |
| Asian | 9 | 0.27% |
| Other/Mixed backgrounds | 93 | 2.76% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 142 | 4.22% |
Education in Farmerville
The Union Parish School District is in charge of schools in the Farmerville area.
Schools in the Area
- Union Parish Elementary School
- Union Parish Junior High School
- Union Parish High School
- Union Christian Academy
- Downsville Charter School
- D'Arbonne Woods Charter School
Past Schools
- Farmerville High School
Famous People from Farmerville
Many notable people have connections to Farmerville:
- Thomas "Bud" Brady: He was a member of the Louisiana House of Representatives. He also worked as a radio announcer in Farmerville.
- Donovan Chapman: A talented country music artist.
- James Walter Elder: He served as a member of the U.S. House of Representatives. He was also a mayor of Farmerville.
- William C. Feazel: He was a U.S. Senator for a short time in 1948. He also served in the Louisiana House of Representatives.
- Alton Hardy Howard: He helped start Howard Brothers Discount Stores. He was also a gospel songwriter.
- W. L. "Jack" Howard: He was the mayor of Monroe, Louisiana, five times. He was also a partner in Howard Brothers Discount Stores.
- V. E. Howard: A Church of Christ clergyman. He started the International Gospel Hour radio show.
- Jay McCallum: He has been a state court judge since 2003. Before that, he was a state representative.
- James Peyton Smith: He was a state representative. A bridge over Lake D'Arbonne in Farmerville is named after him.
See also
In Spanish: Farmerville para niños
