Terrytown, Louisiana facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Terrytown, Louisiana
Census-designated place
Terrytown Library
Terrytown, Louisiana Location in Louisiana
Country	United States
State	Louisiana
Parish	Jefferson
Area
• Total	3.70 sq mi (9.57 km2)
• Land	3.66 sq mi (9.49 km2)
• Water	0.03 sq mi (0.08 km2)
Elevation	-3 ft (−0.9 m)
Population  (2020)
• Total	25,278
• Density	6,899.02/sq mi (2,663.80/km2)
Time zone	UTC-6 (CST)
• Summer (DST)	UTC-5 (CDT)
ZIP Code	70056
Area code(s)	504
GNIS feature ID	2402921

Terrytown is a community located in Jefferson Parish, Louisiana, USA. It is on the "Westbank" of the Mississippi River, which means it's south of the river. Terrytown is a suburb that is part of the larger New Orleans area.

In 2020, about 25,278 people lived in Terrytown. The community officially opened on March 6, 1960. It was founded by a land developer named Paul Kapelow. He named the town after his first daughter, Terry Kapelow. Terrytown is also home to Oakwood Center, a big shopping mall in the New Orleans area.

Exploring Terrytown's Location

Terrytown is on the eastern side of Jefferson Parish. It is located at coordinates 29.902356 degrees North and -90.029475 degrees West.

Borders and Nearby Areas

Terrytown shares its borders with several other places:

• To the northeast, it borders New Orleans.
• To the west, it is next to Gretna.
• To the south, it borders Timberlane.
• To the southeast, it is near Belle Chasse.

Size and Water Features

The total area of Terrytown is about 9.64 square kilometers (3.70 square miles). Most of this area is land, about 9.52 square kilometers (3.66 square miles). A small part, about 0.12 square kilometers (0.03 square miles), is water.

Main Roads and Streets

Two important highways are near or run through Terrytown:

• Louisiana Highway 23 (also called Belle Chasse Highway) forms the southwest border.
• Louisiana Highway 428 (Behrman Highway) goes through the eastern part of the community.

The two main streets that cross each other in Terrytown are Terry Parkway and Carol Sue Avenue. Terry Parkway runs north and south. Carol Sue Avenue, named after Paul Kapelow's second daughter, Carol Sue Kapelow, runs east and west.

People and Population in Terrytown

Terrytown has grown over the years. In 2010, there were 23,319 people living here. By 2020, the population had increased to 25,278.

Population Changes Over Time

Here's how the population of Terrytown has changed:

• 1970: 13,832 people
• 1980: 23,548 people
• 1990: 23,787 people
• 2000: 25,430 people
• 2010: 23,319 people
• 2020: 25,278 people

Diversity of Residents

Terrytown is a diverse community with people from many different backgrounds. In 2020, the population included:

• About 38.22% Black or African American people.
• About 25.79% White people (not Hispanic).
• About 4.68% Asian people.
• About 27.74% Hispanic or Latino people (who can be of any race).
• Smaller percentages of Native American, Pacific Islander, and people of two or more races.

Households and Families

In 2020, there were 8,609 households and 5,771 families in Terrytown. The average household had about 2.72 people. Many households had children under 18 living with them.

Age Groups

The population in Terrytown includes people of all ages. In 2010:

• About 29.0% of residents were under 18 years old.
• About 32.2% were between 25 and 44 years old.
• About 7.9% were 65 years or older.

Income and Economy

In 2019, the average income for a household in Terrytown was about $46,638 per year. Some families and individuals live below the poverty line.

Religious Beliefs

Like much of southern Louisiana, many people in Terrytown are Christian. The main Christian groups are:

• Catholic Church: Most Catholics are part of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of New Orleans.
• Baptists: These include groups like the Southern Baptist Convention and other historically Black Baptist churches.

Schools and Learning in Terrytown

Jefferson Parish Public Schools runs the public schools in Terrytown.

Public Schools in Terrytown

• Elementary Schools: Most students go to Geraldine Boudreaux or Terrytown Elementary Schools. A small part of Terrytown goes to William Hart Elementary or McDonogh 26 in Gretna.
• Middle Schools: Almost all students go to Livudais Middle School in Terrytown. A small number go to Marrero Middle School.
• High School: All high school students attend West Jefferson High School in Harvey.

Students who want to take advanced classes can go to the Gretna Academy.

Private Schools in Terrytown

Some private schools have been in Terrytown:

• Stepping Stones Montessori
• Terrytown Academy
• Elmwood Park Academy

Terrytown Library

Jefferson Parish Library operates the Terrytown Library. It is located across from the Terrytown Playground and near Terrytown Elementary. The library first opened on October 9, 1974. It closed for renovations in December 2009 and reopened with a new main entrance on September 8, 2010.

Well-Known People from Terrytown

• Bryan Adams: He used to be a member of the Louisiana House of Representatives from 2012 to 2016.

See also

In Spanish: Terrytown (Luisiana) para niños