Ridgecrest, Louisiana facts for kids
Ridgecrest is a small town located in Concordia Parish, Louisiana, United States. It's a quiet place with a population of 583 people, according to the 2020 census.
Quick facts for kids
Ridgecrest, Louisiana
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| Town of Ridgecrest | |
Location of Ridgecrest in Concordia Parish, Louisiana.
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Location of Louisiana in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Louisiana |
| Parish | Concordia |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.43 sq mi (1.11 km2) |
| • Land | 0.43 sq mi (1.11 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 52 ft (16 m) |
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| • Total | 583 |
| • Density | 1,355.81/sq mi (523.84/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 318 |
| FIPS code | 22-64765 |
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Where is Ridgecrest Located?
Ridgecrest is found in the northeastern part of Concordia Parish. It's near the Mississippi River. Two main highways, U.S. Routes 84 and 425, run along its northeast side.
These highways can take you to nearby towns. For example, Ferriday is about 3 miles (5 km) northwest. Vidalia, which is right on the Mississippi River, is about 6 miles (10 km) southeast. If you travel a bit further, about 9 miles (14 km) southeast, you'll reach Natchez, Mississippi. The border with the state of Mississippi is very close, less than a mile away!
How Big is Ridgecrest?
The United States Census Bureau says that Ridgecrest covers a total area of about 0.43 square miles (1.11 square kilometers). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within the town's official borders.
Ridgecrest's Population Over Time
The number of people living in Ridgecrest has changed over the years. Here's a quick look at the population from different censuses:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1970 | 1,076 | — | |
| 1980 | 895 | −16.8% | |
| 1990 | 804 | −10.2% | |
| 2000 | 801 | −0.4% | |
| 2010 | 694 | −13.4% | |
| 2020 | 583 | −16.0% | |
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Who Lives in Ridgecrest?
In 2000, there were 801 people living in Ridgecrest. Most of the people were White, making up about 93.5% of the population. About 5.5% were African American, and a small number were Native American or from other backgrounds. About 1.4% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
There were 291 households in the town. A household means all the people living in one home. Many of these households (about 60.8%) were married couples living together. About 28.9% of households had children under 18 living with them.
The average age of people in Ridgecrest in 2000 was 41 years old. About 21.5% of the population was under 18, and 18% were 65 years or older.
See also
In Spanish: Ridgecrest (Luisiana) para niños
