St. John the Baptist Parish, Louisiana
St. John the Baptist Parish lies along the Mississippi River, about 30 miles west of New Orleans. It’s a place where Louisiana’s history and industry come together.
The parish was among the first European settlements in Louisiana, dating back to 1720. Locals enjoy plenty of outdoor recreation, with fishing and hunting being popular pastimes.
Hurricanes are simply part of life here, with Hurricane Ida leaving its mark in 2021. St. John the Baptist Parish is a unique part of Louisiana that often flies under the radar.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Parish Name | St. John the Baptist Parish |
| Parish Seat | Edgard |
| Etymology | Named after John the Baptist, a prominent biblical figure and saint |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | LaPlace, Reserve, Garyville, Edgard, Wallace, Mount Airy, Lucy, Pleasure Bend |
| Interstates and Highways | I-10, I-55, US-51, US-61, LA-18 |
| FIPS Code | 22-095 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 348 square miles (213 sq mi land, 135 sq mi water) |
| Adjacent Parishes (and Direction) | Tangipahoa Parish (North), St. Charles Parish (Southeast), Lafourche Parish (South), St. James Parish (West), Ascension Parish (Northwest), Livingston Parish (Northwest) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CT) |
| State | Louisiana |
| Coordinates | 30.1182° N, 90.4814° W |
| Major Landmarks | Evergreen Plantation, San Francisco Plantation, Whitney Plantation, St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, Cajun Pride Swamp Tours |
| Population | Approximately 43,000 |
