St. Tammany Parish, LA

St. Tammany Parish, Louisiana
Parish
Location within the state of Louisiana
Country	United States
State	Louisiana
Founded	1810
Parish seat	Covington
Area
• Total	867 sq mi (2,245 km2)
• Land	825 sq mi (2,136 km2)
• Water	42 sq mi (109 km2)
Population  (2020)
• Total	264,570
• Density	310/sq mi (120/km2)
Time zone	UTC-6 (CST)
• Summer (DST)	UTC-5 (CDT)

St. Tammany Parish is a parish located in the U.S. state of Louisiana. The parish seat is Covington. As of the 2020 census, the population was 264,570, making it one of the fastest-growing parishes in the state.

History

St. Tammany Parish was established in 1810, named after the legendary Lenape Chief Tamanend. The area was originally inhabited by various Native American tribes, including the Acolapissa and Choctaw. European settlers began to arrive in the late 18th century, and the parish developed rapidly in the 19th century due to its strategic location and natural resources.

Geography

St. Tammany Parish is located in southeastern Louisiana, bordered by Lake Pontchartrain to the south. The parish covers a total area of 2,245 square kilometers, of which 2,136 square kilometers is land and 109 square kilometers is water. The Bogue Falaya River and the Tchefuncte River are significant waterways in the parish.

Demographics

As of the 2020 census, St. Tammany Parish had a population of 264,570. The parish has experienced significant growth over the past few decades, attributed to its proximity to New Orleans and its appeal as a suburban and exurban area.

Economy

The economy of St. Tammany Parish is diverse, with key sectors including healthcare, education, retail, and manufacturing. The parish is home to several major employers, including St. Tammany Health System and Chevron Corporation.

Education

St. Tammany Parish is served by the St. Tammany Parish Public Schools system, which operates numerous elementary, middle, and high schools. The parish is also home to several private schools and higher education institutions, including Northshore Technical Community College.

Transportation

St. Tammany Parish is well-connected by several major highways, including Interstate 12 and U.S. Route 190. The parish also has access to rail and water transportation, facilitating the movement of goods and people.

Communities

St. Tammany Parish includes several incorporated cities and towns, as well as numerous unincorporated communities. Notable communities include:

• Covington
• Slidell
• Mandeville
• Abita Springs
• Madisonville

Points of Interest

St. Tammany Parish offers a variety of recreational and cultural attractions, including:

• Fontainebleau State Park
• Abita Brewing Company
• Global Wildlife Center
• Lake Pontchartrain Causeway

Related Pages

• Louisiana
• Covington, Louisiana
• Slidell, Louisiana
• Mandeville, Louisiana
• Lake Pontchartrain
• St. Tammany Parish Public Schools