Gray, Louisiana facts for kids
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Gray
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 Gray
Location in Louisiana
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| Country | United States |
| State | Louisiana |
| Parish | Terrebonne |
| Area | |
| • Total | 11.48 sq mi (29.73 km2) |
| • Land | 11.48 sq mi (29.73 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 10 ft (3 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 5,518 |
| • Density | 480.66/sq mi (185.59/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
70359
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| Area code(s) | 985 |
| FIPS code | 22-31180 |
Gray is a small community located in Terrebonne Parish, Louisiana. It is called a "census-designated place" (CDP). This means it's an area that the government defines for collecting population information.
In 2020, about 5,518 people lived in Gray. This community is part of a larger group of towns. These towns include Houma, Bayou Cane, and Thibodaux. Together, they form a bigger metropolitan area.
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Where is Gray Located?
Gray is found in the state of Louisiana. Its exact location is at coordinates 29.680993 degrees north and 90.781414 degrees west. This helps pinpoint it on a map.
The United States Census Bureau says that Gray covers about 11.6 square miles (29.73 square kilometers). All of this area is land, with no large bodies of water inside its borders.
Who Lives in Gray?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 2020 | 5,518 | — | |
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The population of Gray was 5,518 people in 2020. This number comes from the 2020 United States census. The census helps us understand how many people live in different areas.
Population Details
The table below shows the different groups of people living in Gray as of 2020. This information helps us see the community's diversity.
| Race | Number | Percentage |
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| White (non-Hispanic) | 2,769 | 50.18% |
| Black or African American (non-Hispanic) | 2,048 | 37.11% |
| Native American | 151 | 2.74% |
| Asian | 47 | 0.85% |
| Pacific Islander | 1 | 0.02% |
| Other/Mixed | 257 | 4.66% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 245 | 4.44% |
In 2020, there were 5,518 people living in Gray. These people lived in 2,094 households. A household means all the people living in one home. Among these, 1,370 were families.
Schools and Libraries in Gray
The schools in Gray are part of the Terrebonne Parish School District. This district manages all the public schools in the parish.
Public Schools
Gray has public schools that serve the community.
- H. L. Bourgeois High School is one of the public high schools in the area.
Private Schools
There are also private school options available.
- Covenant Christian Academy is a private school located in Gray.
Libraries and Colleges
The Terrebonne Parish Public Library has a branch in Gray called the North Branch. This library offers books and resources for everyone.
For higher education, Gray is served by Fletcher Technical Community College. Also, Delgado Community College provides services to Terrebonne Parish.
Famous People from Gray
Gray has been home to several notable individuals. These people have achieved recognition in different fields.
- Beryl Amedee is known for being a member of the Louisiana House of Representatives.
- JaJuan Dawson was an NFL wide receiver, playing professional football.
- Jesse Myles was also an NFL running back.
- Bubba is a radio personality who comes from Gray.
See also
In Spanish: Gray (Luisiana) para niños
