Roseland, Louisiana facts for kids
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Roseland, Louisiana
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| Town of Roseland | |
Location of Roseland in Tangipahoa Parish, Louisiana.
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Location of Louisiana in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Louisiana |
| Parish | Tangipahoa |
| Incorporated | 1738 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.27 sq mi (5.87 km2) |
| • Land | 2.08 sq mi (5.38 km2) |
| • Water | 0.19 sq mi (0.49 km2) |
| Elevation | 131 ft (40 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 880 |
| • Density | 423.89/sq mi (163.70/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
70456
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| Area code(s) | 985 |
| FIPS code | 22-66165 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2407246 |
Roseland is a small town located in Tangipahoa Parish, Louisiana, in the United States. In 2020, about 880 people lived there. Roseland is famous for being the birthplace of Cajun chef and storyteller Justin Wilson. It is also part of the larger Hammond metropolitan area.
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Exploring Roseland's Location and Size
Roseland is a small town in Louisiana. It covers a total area of about 2.3 square miles (5.9 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 2.1 square miles (5.5 square kilometers), is land. The rest, about 0.1 square mile (0.3 square kilometers), is water.
A Glimpse into Roseland's Past
Roseland has some interesting history. John Bel Edwards, who became the governor of Louisiana on November 21, 2015, used to live in Roseland. His home, called Egypta Hall, was built in 1888. It was first used as a place where people could rent rooms, like a hotel, before it became a family home.
Understanding Roseland's Population
The population of Roseland has changed over the years. In 2010, there were 1,123 people living in the town. By 2020, the population was 880.
How Diverse is Roseland?
The people living in Roseland come from different backgrounds. Here's a look at the racial makeup of the town in 2020:
| Race | Number | Percentage |
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| White (not Hispanic or Latino) | 296 | 33.64% |
| Black or African American (not Hispanic or Latino) | 540 | 61.36% |
| Native American | 3 | 0.34% |
| Asian | 2 | 0.23% |
| Other/Mixed | 22 | 2.5% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 17 | 1.93% |
In 2020, there were 880 people living in Roseland. These people lived in 366 different homes, and 250 of these were family households.
Education in Roseland
The Tangipahoa Parish School Board manages the public schools in Roseland. One of the main schools is Roseland Elementary School.
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1890 | 281 | — | |
| 1910 | 586 | — | |
| 1920 | 603 | 2.9% | |
| 1930 | 1,139 | 88.9% | |
| 1940 | 873 | −23.4% | |
| 1950 | 1,038 | 18.9% | |
| 1960 | 1,254 | 20.8% | |
| 1970 | 1,273 | 1.5% | |
| 1980 | 1,346 | 5.7% | |
| 1990 | 1,093 | −18.8% | |
| 2000 | 1,162 | 6.3% | |
| 2010 | 1,123 | −3.4% | |
| 2020 | 880 | −21.6% | |
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See also
In Spanish: Roseland (Luisiana) para niños
