Old Jefferson, Louisiana facts for kids
- For Old Jefferson in Jefferson Parish, Louisiana, see: Jefferson, Louisiana
Quick facts for kids
Old Jefferson
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Location in East Baton Rouge Parish and the state of Louisiana.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Louisiana |
| Parish | East Baton Rouge |
| Area | |
| • Total | 3.52 sq mi (9.12 km2) |
| • Land | 3.52 sq mi (9.12 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 7,339 |
| • Density | 2,085.54/sq mi (805.12/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
70817
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| Area code(s) | 225 |
| FIPS code | 22-57705 |
Old Jefferson is a community in East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana, United States. It is called a "census-designated place" (CDP) because it's a special area the government uses for counting people.
In 2020, about 7,339 people lived there. Old Jefferson is part of the larger Baton Rouge area. It is also located in the proposed City of St. George.
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Where is Old Jefferson?
Old Jefferson is located in Louisiana. It covers about 3.5 square miles (9.1 square kilometers) of land. There is no water area within its borders.
Who Lives in Old Jefferson?
The number of people living in Old Jefferson has grown over the years:
- In 1990, there were 4,531 people.
- By 2000, the population increased to 5,631.
- In 2010, it reached 6,980 people.
- The latest count in 2020 showed 7,339 residents.
People and Families in 2020
In 2020, there were 7,339 people living in Old Jefferson. These people made up 2,772 households and 2,021 families.
People and Families in 2000
Back in 2000, there were 5,631 people. About 45.5% of households had children under 18. Most households (62.9%) were married couples.
The average household had about 2.75 people. The average family had about 3.15 people.
The people in Old Jefferson were of different ages:
- About 29.4% were under 18 years old.
- About 36.8% were between 25 and 44 years old.
- About 4.6% were 65 years or older.
The median age was 32 years. This means half the people were younger than 32 and half were older.
Schools in Old Jefferson
Old Jefferson is part of the East Baton Rouge Parish Public Schools system.
Public Schools
Children in Old Jefferson attend these public schools:
- Woodlawn Elementary School: Most students go here.
- Shenandoah Elementary School: A small part of the community goes to this school in Shenandoah.
- Woodlawn Middle School: This school is located in Shenandoah.
- Woodlawn High School: This high school is in Old Jefferson.
In the past, other schools like Parkview Elementary and Jefferson Terrace Elementary also served the area.
Private Schools
There are also private schools nearby:
- Most Blessed Sacrament Catholic School: This school serves students from pre-kindergarten to 8th grade and is in Old Jefferson.
- St. Michael the Archangel High School: This high school (grades 9-12) is in Shenandoah.
The public school district helps provide transportation for students attending these two Catholic schools.
See also
- In Spanish: Old Jefferson para niños
