DeRidder-Fort Johnson South, LA CSA facts for kids
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DeRidder-Fort Johnson South
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Combined Statistical Area
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Location of the Fort Johnson South-DeRidder CSA and its components: Fort Johnson Micropolitan Statistical Area DeRidder Micropolitan Statistical Area
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Louisiana |
| Parishes | Beauregard Vernon |
| Principal city | DeRidder Fort Johnson South (unincorporated) |
| Largest city | DeRidder |
The DeRidder-Fort Johnson South, LA combined statistical area is a special way the United States government groups together nearby areas that are connected. Think of it like a big neighborhood made up of smaller neighborhoods. This area includes two parishes (which are like counties) in central Louisiana. It brings together the Fort Johnson South area and the DeRidder area.
In the year 2000, about 85,517 people lived in this combined area. By 2009, experts estimated the population had grown to around 120,035 people. This shows that more and more people are choosing to live here.
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What Makes Up This Area?
This combined area is made up of two smaller statistical areas. These are called Micropolitan Statistical Areas. They are like smaller versions of big cities, but they still have a main city or town.
The Two Main Parishes
The DeRidder-Fort Johnson South area covers two important parishes in Louisiana. A parish is like a county in other states.
Cities and Towns in the Area
Many different communities are part of this combined statistical area. They range from larger cities to smaller towns.
Places with Many People (Over 10,000)
These are the biggest communities in the area.
- DeRidder: This is one of the main cities.
- Fort Johnson South: This is also a main city and a special area defined by the census.
Places with a Good Number of People (5,000 to 10,000)
These communities are medium-sized.
Smaller Towns (1,000 to 5,000 People)
These towns are smaller but still have a good number of residents.
- Fort Johnson North: This is a special area defined by the census.
- Merryville
- Rosepine
Very Small Towns (Less Than 1,000 People)
These are the smallest communities in the area.
Who Lives Here?
The census helps us understand the people living in an area. In 2000, there were 85,517 people living in the DeRidder-Fort Johnson South area. These people lived in over 30,000 households, with many of them being families.
Most people in the area were White. There were also many African American residents. Other groups included Native American, Asian, and Pacific Islander people. Some residents identified with more than one race. About 4% of the population was of Hispanic or Latino background.
The average yearly income for a household in 2000 was about $31,899. For families, the average income was a bit higher, around $36,283. Men generally earned more than women. The average income per person in the entire area was about $14,775.
