Kenner, Louisiana
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
| City of Kenner | ||
|---|---|---|
| City | ||
|
||
| Country | United States | |
| State | Louisiana | |
| Parish | Jefferson | |
| Area | 15.2 mi² (39.4 km²) | |
| - land | 15.1 mi² (39.1 km²) | |
| - water | 0.1 mi² (0.3 km²) | |
| Center | ||
| - coordinates | ||
| - elevation | 0 ft (0 m) | |
| Population | 70,517 (2000) | |
| Density | 4,659.0 /mi² (1,798.8 /km²) | |
| Founded | March 2, 1855 | |
| - Incorporated | 1867 | |
| - Reincorporated | April 1, 1873 | |
| - Reincorporated | December 13, 1913 | |
| Mayor | Edmond J. Muniz | |
| Time zone | CST (UTC-6) | |
| - summer (DST) | CDT (UTC-5) | |
| Area code | 504 | |
 Location in Louisiana
|
||
| Website : http://www.kenner.la.us | ||
Kenner is a suburb of New Orleans that has a population of 70,517 (census 2000). The city is part of Jefferson Parish, Louisiana.
Contents |
[edit] History
In 1855, Kenner was founded by Minor Kenner on land that consisted of three plantation properties that had been purchased by the Kenner family. At the time, all land north of what is now Airline Hwy was swampland.
During 1915-1931 a New Orleans streetcar line operated between New Orleans and Kenner. The line ran between the intersection of Rampart and Canal in New Orleans and the intersection of Williams Blvd and Jefferson Hwy in Kenner.
In 1960, Kenner had a population of 17,037.
Kenner's growth began in the late 1950's when developers began subdividing, draining and filling the swampland in the northern half of the city. During the 1960's, the construction of Interstate 10 and improvements to Veterans Memorial Highway aided the rapid development of Kenner as a suburb of New Orleans.
By 1979, Kenner's population was 60,524 making it the 6th largest city in state.
In 1982, Pan Am flight 759 crashed in a residential area of Kenner. A total of 154 people were killed (all 146 on board and 8 on the ground). Six houses were completely destroyed; five houses were substantially damaged.
[edit] Geography
Kenner is located on the west side of the New Orleans, Louisiana metropolitan area, in Jefferson Parish. Its boundaries are Lake Pontchartrain to the north; the Mississippi River to the south; the unincorporated areas of Metairie and River Ridge to the east; and St. Charles Parish to the west.
Other statistics: Kenner's coordinates are (30.009610, -90.250585)GR1. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 39.4 km² (15.2 mi²). 39.2 km² (15.1 mi²) of it is land and 0.3 km² (0.1 mi²) of it (00.7%) is water.
[edit] Demographics
As of the 2000 censusGR2, there were 70,517 people living in Kenner, making it the 7th largest city in the State of Louisiana.
The racial makeup of the city was:
- 68.12% White
- 22.55% African American
- 13.62% Hispanic or Latino of any race
- 2.84% Asian
- 2.24% from two or more races.
- 0.40% Native American
- 0.06% Pacific Islander
- 3.80% from other races
Other statistics: There were 18,469 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,798.3/km² (4,659.0/mi²). There were 27,378 housing units at an average density of 698.2/km² (1,808.8/mi²). There were 25,652 households out of which 36.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 50.9% were married couples living together, 16.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 28.0% were non-families. 23.2% of all households were made up of individuals and 6.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.72 and the average family size was 3.23. In the city the population was spread out with 27.3% under the age of 18, 9.4% from 18 to 24, 30.5% from 25 to 44, 23.9% from 45 to 64, and 8.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 34 years. For every 100 females there were 92.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 88.4 males. The median income for a household in the city was $39,946, and the median income for a family was $45,866. Males had a median income of $34,964 versus $24,051 for females. The per capita income for the city was $19,615. About 11.0% of families and 13.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 18.7% of those under age 18 and 12.0% of those age 65 or over.
[edit] Points of Interest
- According to Census 2000, Kenner had 32 houses valued at $1,000,000 or more.
- Kenner is home to the following:
-
-
- Louis Armstrong International Airport -- New Orlean's international airport.
-
-
-
- The Pontchartrain Center -- Opened in 1991, it is the second-largest convention center in the New Orleans metro area.
-
-
-
- Kenner Regional Medical Center -- one of the major hospitals in the New Orleans metro area.
-
-
-
- The Esplanade Mall -- Opened in 1985, it is one of only two major malls located in East Jefferson (the East Bank of Jefferson Parish).
-
-
-
- Chateau Golf and Country Club -- one of only three golf courses located in East Jefferson (the East Bank of Jefferson Parish).
-
-
-
- Treasure Chest Casino -- Docked where Williams Boulevard hits Lake Pontchartrain, it is the only casino located in East Jefferson (the East Bank of Jefferson Parish).
-
-
-
- Rivertown -- The historic district located along the original main street of Old Kenner -- where Williams Boulevard hits the Mississippi River. Rivertown features numerous museums, shops, and cultural resources. Highlights include the Rivertown Repertory Theatre, Kenner's Heritage Park, Kenner's planetarium & science museum (sponsored by Freeport McMoran), two fine dining establishments, and a cafe.
-
-
-
- Laketown -- A park built where Williams Boulevard hits Lake Pontchartrain. It features a boat launch, pier, pavilions, a jogging/biking path, and a concession stand and bait house.
-
[edit] Education
Kenner is served by the Jefferson Parish Public School System.
Alfred Bonnabel High School is located on the border of Kenner and Metairie, Louisiana and serves most of Kenner, while Theodore Roosevelt Middle School, Adams Middle School, and Meisler Middle School take in students from around Kenner. There are many different elementary schools throughout the area.
[edit] External links
- Official City of Kenner Website
- Kenner Police Department Website
- Kenner News and Information
- Kenner Citizens Police Academy Alumni Association
 |
Parish Seat: Gretna |
|---|---|
| Cities | |
| Towns | |
| Communities and CDPs |
Avondale | Barataria | Bridge City | Elmwood | Estelle | Harvey | Jefferson | Lafitte | Marrero | Metairie | River Ridge | Terrytown | Timberlane | Waggaman | Woodmere |
