Sterlington, Louisiana facts for kids
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Sterlington, Louisiana
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| Town of Sterlington | |
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You've Made It Home
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Location of Sterlington in Ouachita Parish, Louisiana.
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Location of Louisiana in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Louisiana |
| Parish | Ouachita |
| Incorporated | 1961 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.83 sq mi (7.34 km2) |
| • Land | 2.83 sq mi (7.34 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 56 ft (17 m) |
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| • Total | 1,980 |
| • Density | 699.15/sq mi (269.90/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
71280
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| Area code(s) | 318 |
| FIPS code | 22-73255 |
Sterlington is a small town located in northern Ouachita Parish, Louisiana, in the United States. It's close to the border of Union Parish. In 2020, about 1,980 people lived here. Sterlington has been growing quickly, especially in recent years.
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About Sterlington's Location
Sterlington is found in the state of Louisiana. It is part of Ouachita Parish. The town covers an area of about 2.83 square miles (7.34 square kilometers). Most of this area is land.
Who Lives in Sterlington?
The number of people living in Sterlington has changed over the years.
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1970 | 1,118 | — | |
| 1980 | 1,400 | 25.2% | |
| 1990 | 1,140 | −18.6% | |
| 2000 | 1,276 | 11.9% | |
| 2010 | 1,594 | 24.9% | |
| 2020 | 1,980 | 24.2% | |
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In 2020, there were 1,980 people living in Sterlington. These people lived in 926 households. About 726 families made their homes in the town.
Different Backgrounds in Sterlington
The people in Sterlington 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 (non-Hispanic) | 1,381 | 69.75% |
| Black or African American (non-Hispanic) | 402 | 20.3% |
| Asian | 18 | 0.91% |
| Other/Mixed | 98 | 4.95% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 81 | 4.09% |
Sterlington's Economy
A big part of Sterlington's economy comes from the ANGUS Chemical Company. This company has been in Sterlington since 1930. It provides many jobs for people in the area. ANGUS Chemical Company also helps the local economy by spending money and supporting community programs.
Schools in Sterlington
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Sterlington is part of the Ouachita Parish School System. This means the schools in Sterlington are managed by the parish. The town has three main schools:
- Sterlington Elementary School
- Sterlington Middle School
- Sterlington High School
Students usually go from the elementary school to the middle school, and then to the high school.
Famous People from Sterlington
Some well-known people have connections to Sterlington:
- Ed Nelson: This actor moved to Sterlington with his family in 2005. They came after Hurricane Katrina affected their home in New Orleans.
- Edward J. Perkins: He was born in Sterlington in 1928. He later became a U.S. Ambassador, representing the United States in other countries.
