Webster Parish, LA
Webster Parish is a parish located in the northwestern part of the U.S. state of Louisiana. The parish seat is Minden. As of the 2020 census, the population was 36,967. The parish was created on February 27, 1871, from parts of Bienville Parish, Bossier Parish, and Claiborne Parish. It is named after Daniel Webster, an American statesman.
Geography[edit | edit source]
Webster Parish covers an area of approximately 615 square miles, of which 593 square miles is land and 22 square miles is water. The parish is part of the Ark-La-Tex region, which includes parts of Arkansas, Louisiana, and Texas.
Adjacent Parishes[edit | edit source]
- Claiborne Parish (north)
- Union Parish (northeast)
- Lincoln Parish (east)
- Bienville Parish (south)
- Bossier Parish (west)
Demographics[edit | edit source]
As of the 2020 census, Webster Parish had a population of 36,967. The racial makeup of the parish was predominantly White and African American, with smaller percentages of other races.
Economy[edit | edit source]
The economy of Webster Parish is diverse, with significant contributions from agriculture, manufacturing, and the service sector. The parish is also known for its timber industry and oil and gas production.
Education[edit | edit source]
Webster Parish is served by the Webster Parish School Board, which operates several public schools in the area. Higher education opportunities are available at nearby institutions such as Louisiana Tech University in Ruston and Bossier Parish Community College in Bossier City.
Transportation[edit | edit source]
Major highways that run through Webster Parish include:
Communities[edit | edit source]
Webster Parish includes several incorporated and unincorporated communities:
Cities[edit | edit source]
- Minden (parish seat)
- Springhill
Towns[edit | edit source]
Villages[edit | edit source]
Unincorporated Communities[edit | edit source]
Notable People[edit | edit source]
- John David Crow, Heisman Trophy winner and professional football player
- David B. Vitter, former U.S. Senator from Louisiana
See Also[edit | edit source]
- List of parishes in Louisiana
- National Register of Historic Places listings in Webster Parish, Louisiana
- Webster Parish School Board
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External Links[edit | edit source]
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