Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Baton Rouge: The capital of Louisiana. It is located on the Mississippi River in southern Louisiana. Baton Rouge is known for its many historical sites, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Louisiana State Capitol and the USS Kidd Veterans Memorial & Museum.
About
Baton Rouge is a city located in the county of East Baton Rouge Parish in the U.S. state of Louisiana. Its population at the 2010 census was 229,493 and a population density of 1,006 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 219,052 inhabitants.
The city was created 325 years ago in 1698.
Baton Rouge is the capital city of the state of Louisiana. With a population of around 220,000, it is the second most populous city in Louisiana after New Orleans.
History and Origins
Baton Rouge was founded by French explorers in 1699 and was incorporated as a town in 1817. It became Louisiana's state capital in 1880.
Key historical facts:
- Named Bâton Rouge, French for "Red Stick", by early French explorers
- Originated as a French military outpost and trading post
- Became Louisiana's capital in 1880 under Governor Huey P. Long
- Home to one of the largest petrochemical industries in the country
Economy and Major Industries
Major economic drivers include government, education, industrial manufacturing, and healthcare. Top employers include:
- State government and offices
- Louisiana State University
- Turner Industries heavy construction
- Our Lady of the Lake Hospital
Attractions and Things to Do
Popular sites include:
- Louisiana State Capitol, the tallest state capitol building
- LSU Tiger Stadium for college football games
- USS Kidd naval warship museum
- Bluebonnet Swamp Nature Center
- Bars and restaurants in downtown's entertainment districts
Baton Rouge offers a blend of Cajun culture, plantations, and nightlife.
Quick Facts about Baton Rouge
| Population : | 219,052 (2020) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | Louisiana (United States) |
| County : | East Baton Rouge Parish |
| Postal code : | 70801 |
| Phone Area Codes : | 225 |
| Area : | 228.23 km2 |
| Official name : | Baton Rouge |
| Altitude : | 56 feet / 17 meters |
| Capital city : | Baton Rouge is capital of East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana |
| Establishment : | January 01, 1699 (325 years ago) |
| Time Zone : | UTC−06:00 |
| Local time : | 19:58:46 (24th November 2024) |
| Density : | 960 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth : | -4.77% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Baton Rouge is located at 30°26'36"N 91°11'15"W (30.4433200, -91.1874700).
Baton Rouge map
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- Official Website
Official website of Baton Rouge
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Demographics
According to census records, the population of Baton Rouge decreased by 4.77% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 2010 | 229,493 | - | census |
| 2011 | 228,643 | -0.37% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 228,889 | 0.11% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 228,346 | -0.24% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 227,851 | -0.22% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 227,202 | -0.29% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 226,686 | -0.23% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 224,414 | -1.01% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 222,190 | -1% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 220,236 | -0.89% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 219,052 | -0.54% | estimation process |
Other Places in Baton Rouge
1 Baton Rouge City Hall
222 St Louis St, Baton Rouge, LA 70802 ➦ Show Map
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2 Vital Records Unit
353 N 12th St, Baton Rouge, LA 70802 ➦ Show Map
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3 City Parish Government
222 St Louis St, Baton Rouge, LA 70802 ➦ Show Map
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4 Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry
5825 Florida Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA 70806, United States ➦ Show Map
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5 City of Baton Rouge Fire Station 15
3150 Brightside Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70820 ➦ Show Map
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6 Baton Rouge Council Members
222 St Louis St # 329, Baton Rouge, LA 70802 ➦ Show Map
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7 US Agricultural Research Services
1157 Ben Hur Rd, Baton Rouge, LA 70820, United States ➦ Show Map
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8 Baton Rouge Marriage License
222 St Louis St, Baton Rouge, LA 70802 ➦ Show Map
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9 Agricultural Chemistry Lab
12 Ag, Baton Rouge, LA 70803, United States ➦ Show Map
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10 LSU Agcenter
128 Knapp Hall, Baton Rouge, LA 70803, United States ➦ Show Map
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People born in Baton Rouge (200)
People born in Baton Rouge, including actor Kevin Rankin, basketball player Derrick Taylor, rapper from Baton Rouge, Louisiana Boosie Badazz, .
List
- Anne LeBaron (American composer) she was born in 30/05/1953
- Seimone Augustus (basketball player) she was born in 30/04/1984
- Stormy Daniels (American movie actress and director) she was born in 17/03/1979
- Shane West (American actor) he was born in 10/06/1978
- Carly Patterson (former American gymnast) she was born in 04/02/1988
- Cameron Richardson (American actress) she was born in 11/09/1979
- Danielle Scott-Arruda (volleyball player) she was born in 01/10/1972
- Stephanie Swift (American movie actress) she was born in 07/02/1972
- Helen Prejean (advocate for the abolition of the death penalty) she was born in 21/04/1939
- Bobby Jindal (American politician; two-term Governor of Louisiana) he was born in 10/06/1971
- Barry Seal (American smuggler of drugs and arms, airplane pilot, and money launderer) he was born in 16/07/1939
- David Andrews (actor) he was born in 02/11/1952
- Joe Brown (boxer) he was born in 18/05/1926
- Randy Jackson (American bassist, singer, record producer, entrepreneur and television personality) he was born in 23/06/1956
- Glen Davis (American basketball player) he was born in 01/01/1986
- Jim Taylor (American footballer (1935-2018)) he was born in 20/09/1935
- Stephen Gostkowski (American football player, placekicker) he was born in 28/01/1984
- Bob Pettit (American basketball player and coach) he was born in 12/12/1932
Schools in Baton Rouge
College & universities near Baton Rouge, LA
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 158325 | Baton Rouge General Medical Center-School of Nursing | Baton Rouge (LA) | 70806 |
| 159391 | Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College | Baton Rouge (LA) | 70803-2750 |
| 484686 | University of Phoenix-Louisiana | Baton Rouge (LA) | 70808 |
| 437103 | Baton Rouge Community College | Baton Rouge (LA) | 70806 |
| 366270 | Delta College of Arts & Technology | Baton Rouge (LA) | 70806-1529 |
Stations (6)
Amtrak & bus stations near Baton Rouge, LA
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BTR | Baton Rouge, Louisiana | 1253 Florida St. | BUS |
| HMD | Hammond | 404 N.E. Railroad Ave. | RAIL |
| NIB | New Iberia | West Washington St. | RAIL |
| LFT | Lafayette | 133 East Grant St. | RAIL |
| SCH | Schriever | Hwy 20 and Hwy 24 | RAIL |
Post offices near Baton Rouge
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Baton Roug Post Office | Baton Rouge (LA) | 70801 |
| Capitol Post Office | Baton Rouge (LA) | 70802 |
| Port Allen Post Office | Port Allen (LA) | 70767 |
| Audubon Post Office | Baton Rouge (LA) | 70806 |
| Southea Post Office | Baton Rouge (LA) | 70808 |
Other cities in East Baton Rouge Parish
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in East Baton Rouge Parish , LA.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Central | 29,450 | Suburb city of Baton Rouge, located in East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana, United States |
| Zachary | 18,417 | City in Louisiana, United States |
| Shenandoah | 18,399 | City in Fremont and Page Counties in the U. |
| Baker | 12,999 | Suburb city of Baton Rouge, located in East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana, United States |
| Gardere | 10,580 | City in Louisiana, United States of America |
| Merrydale | 9,772 | City in Louisiana, United States of America |
| Oak Hills Place | 8,195 | City in Louisiana, United States of America |
| Village Saint George | 7,104 | Census-designated place in Louisiana, United States |
| Old Jefferson | 6,980 | City in Louisiana, United States of America |
| Inniswold | 6,180 | City in Louisiana, United States of America |
| Brownsfield | 5,401 | Unincorporated suburban community and census-designated place in East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana, United States of America |
Distance to Other Cities
Baton Rouge distances to largest Louisiana cities
