Wisner, Louisiana facts for kids
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Wisner, Louisiana
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Downtown Wisner
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Location of Wisner in Franklin Parish, Louisiana.
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Location of Louisiana in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Louisiana |
| Parish | Franklin |
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| • Total | 0.80 sq mi (2.06 km2) |
| • Land | 0.80 sq mi (2.06 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 75 ft (23 m) |
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| • Total | 771 |
| • Density | 968.59/sq mi (373.85/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 318 |
| FIPS code | 22-82565 |
Wisner is a small town located in Franklin Parish, Louisiana, United States. In 2010, the town had a population of 964 people. By 2020, the population was 771.
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History of Wisner
Wisner was started in 1892. It was founded by Edward Wisner. His family came from Switzerland and first settled in Orange County, New York, in the early 1700s.
Geography of Wisner
Wisner is found in the southern part of Franklin Parish. It is located along U.S. Route 425. This road goes north for about 14 miles to Winnsboro, which is the main town of the parish (called the parish seat). The road also goes south for about 9 miles to Sicily Island.
The United States Census Bureau says that the town of Wisner covers a total area of about 2.06 square kilometers (0.80 square miles). All of this area is land.
Population Changes in Wisner
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1930 | 692 | — | |
| 1940 | 617 | −10.8% | |
| 1950 | 738 | 19.6% | |
| 1960 | 1,254 | 69.9% | |
| 1970 | 1,339 | 6.8% | |
| 1980 | 1,424 | 6.3% | |
| 1990 | 1,153 | −19.0% | |
| 2000 | 1,140 | −1.1% | |
| 2010 | 964 | −15.4% | |
| 2020 | 771 | −20.0% | |
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In the year 2000, there were 1,140 people living in Wisner. These people lived in 398 households, and 280 of these were families. The town had about 1,435 people per square mile.
Most of the people in Wisner were White (about 63%). About 35% were African American. A small number of people were Native American or from other backgrounds. About 1.4% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
Many households in Wisner had children under 18 living with them. The average household had about 2.5 people. The population included people of all ages. About 27% were under 18, and about 22% were 65 or older. The average age was 40 years old.
Notable People from Wisner
- J. C. Gilbert – He was a farmer and rancher. He also served as a Louisiana state legislator from 1960 to 1976. He was born in Wisner and finished high school there in 1940.
- Wayne Watson – He is a well-known Contemporary Christian music artist.
Images for kids
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Grain elevator in Wisner
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Franklin Parish branch library in Wisner
See also
In Spanish: Wisner (Luisiana) para niños
