St. James Parish, Louisiana
St. James Parish lies along the Mississippi River, about halfway between New Orleans and Baton Rouge. It’s a place where history and industry come together.
The parish is known for its expansive sugar cane fields. Locals are proud of their Cajun roots, which influence everything from the food to the music. Convent serves as the parish seat.
Alligators can be found lurking in the nearby swamps. The community is close-knit, with families whose roots go back generations. Mardi Gras is a lively celebration here, but it still has that small-town feel.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Parish Name | St. James Parish |
| Parish Seat | Convent |
| Etymology | Named after Saint James the Great |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Lutcher, Gramercy, Convent, Paulina, Hester, Union, Welcome, Vacherie |
| Interstates and Highways | LA-18, LA-20, LA-44, LA-3127 |
| FIPS Code | 22-093 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 258 square miles (242 sq mi land, 16 sq mi water) |
| Adjacent Parishes (and Direction) | Ascension Parish (North), St. John the Baptist Parish (East), Lafourche Parish (South), Assumption Parish (West) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CT) |
| State | Louisiana |
| Coordinates | 30.0209° N, 90.8282° W |
| Major Landmarks | Oak Alley Plantation, Laura Plantation, St. James Catholic Church, Felicity Plantation, St. Joseph Plantation, Evergreen Plantation |
| Population | Approximately 20,000 |
