City of New Iberia
City
Country	United States
State	Louisiana
Parish	Iberia
Area	10.6 mi² (27.5 km²)
- land	10.6 mi² (27.5 km²)
- water	0.0 mi² (0 km²), 0%
Center
- coordinates	30°00′13″N 91°49′06″W / 30.00361, -91.81833Coordinates: 30°00′13″N 91°49′06″W / 30.00361, -91.81833
- elevation	20 ft (6.1 m)
Population	32,623 (2000)
Density	3,088.8 /mi² (1,192.6 /km²)
Founded	1779
- Incorporated	1839
Time zone	CST (UTC-6)
- summer (DST)	CDT (UTC-5)
ZIP code	70560, 70563
Area code	337
Location of New Iberia in Louisiana
Location of Louisiana in the United States
Website : http://www.cityofnewiberia.com/home.html

The city of New Iberia (French: La Nouvelle-Ibérie) is the parish seat of Iberia Parish, in the US state of Louisiana, 125 miles (201 km) west of New Orleans. ^{[1] [2]} In 1900, 6,815 people lived in New Iberia, Louisiana; in 1910, 7,499; and in 1940, 13,747. The population was 32,623 at the 2000 census. List of cities, towns, and villages in Louisiana, arranged in alphabetical order. ... Official language(s) de jure: none de facto: English & French Capital Baton Rouge Largest city New Orleans [1] Area  Ranked 31st  - Total 51,885 sq mi (134,382 km²)  - Width 130 miles (210 km)  - Length 379 miles (610 km)  - % water 16  - Latitude 29°N to 33°N  - Longitude 89°W... Iberia Parish is a parish located in the state of Louisiana. ... A square mile is an English unit of area equal to that of a square with sides each 1 statute mile (≈1,609 m) in length. ... 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Geography

New Iberia is located at 30°0′13″N, 91°49′6″W (30.003577, -91.818454)^GR1 and has an elevation of 20 feet (6.1 m)^GR3.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 27.4 km² (10.6 mi²), all land. The United States Census Bureau (officially Bureau of the Census as defined in Title ) is a part of the United States Department of Commerce. ... A square metre (US spelling: square meter) is by definition the area enclosed by a square with sides each 1 metre long. ... A square mile is an English unit of area equal to that of a square with sides each 1 statute mile (≈1,609 m) in length. ...

New Iberia enjoys a sub-tropical climate with above average rainfall. Among the lakes is Lake Peigneur, which was formerly a 10-foot deep freshwater lake until a 1980 disaster involving oil drilling and a salt mine. The lake is now a 1300-foot deep salt water lake, having been refilled by the Gulf of Mexico. The backwards flow of the normally outflowing Delcambre canal temporarily created the biggest waterfall in Louisiana Lake Peigneur is located between New Iberia, Louisiana and Delcambre, Louisiana, near the northernmost tip of Vermilion Bay. ... Gulf of Mexico in 3D perspective. ...

This region has many natural features of interest, such as Avery Island, famous for its Tabasco sauce factory, deposits of rock salt, and Jungle Gardens. Avery Island (La Saline in french) is a salt dome located in Iberia Parish, Louisiana, United States, about three miles (5 km) inland from Vermillion Bay, which in turn opens onto the Gulf of Mexico. ... The classic Tabasco red pepper sauce Tabasco sauce is a brand of hot sauce made from tabasco peppers (Capsicum frutescens var. ... Sodium chloride, also known as common salt, table salt, or halite, is a chemical compound with formula NaCl. ... Jungle Gardens (200 acres) are botanical gardens and a bird sanctuary located on Highway 329, Avery Island, Louisiana (near New Iberia, Louisiana). ...

History

The town of New Iberia dates from Spring 1779, when a group of 16 families of immigrants from the province of Málaga, Andalusia, Spain ^{[3] [4]} came up Bayou Teche and settled. The Spanish settlers called the town "Nueva Iberia" in honor of the Iberian Peninsula, and the French referred to the town as "Nouvelle Ibérie" while the English settlers called it "New Town" after the Louisiana Purchase.^[4] 1779 was a common year starting on Friday (see link for calendar). ... Málaga province The Province of Málaga (Spanish Provincia de Málaga) is located on the southern coast of Spain, in the Autonomous Community of Andalusia. ... Motto: Andalucía por sí, para España y la humanidad (Andalusia by herself, for Spain, and for humankind) Capital Seville Official language(s) Spanish Area  â€“ Total  â€“ % of Spain Ranked 2nd  87,268 km²  17. ... The Bayou Teche is a 125-mile long waterway of great cultural significance in south central Louisiana. ... The Iberian Peninsula, or Iberia, is located in the extreme southwest of Europe, and includes modern day Spain, Portugal, Andorra and Gibraltar. ... Motto (French) God and my right Anthem No official anthem - the United Kingdom anthem God Save the Queen is commonly used England() – on the European continent() – in the United Kingdom() Capital (and largest city) London (de facto) Official languages English (de facto)1 Government Constitutional monarchy  -  Monarch Queen Elizabeth II... The Louisiana Purchase. ...

In 1814, the federal government opened a post office, and it was officially known as "New Iberia," but postmarks shortly thereafter reveal that the town was being called "Nova Iberia" (with Latin for "new").^[4] The town was incorporated as "Iberia" in 1839,^[4] but the state legislature resolved the situation in 1847, naming the town New Iberia.^[4] Year 1814 (MDCCCXIV) was a common year starting on Saturday (link will display the full calendar). ... 1847 was a common year starting on Friday (see link for calendar). ...

In 1868, Iberia Parish (county) was established, and New Iberia became the seat of parish government.^[4] At first, only rented space served for the courthouse, but by 1884 a new courthouse stood on a landscaped lot in downtown New Iberia, at the present-day site of Bouligny Plaza. That courthouse served Iberia Parish until 1940, when the current courthouse was built along Iberia Street, two blocks from the New Iberia downtown commercial district.^[4] Year 1868 (MDCCCLXVIII) was a leap year starting on Wednesday (link will display the full calendar) of the Gregorian Calendar (or a leap year starting on Monday of the 12-day slower Julian calendar). ... Year 1884 (MDCCCLXXXIV) was a leap year starting on Tuesday (link will display the full calendar) of the Gregorian calendar (or a leap year starting on Sunday of the 12-day-slower Julian calendar). ... Year 1940 (MCMXL) was a leap year starting on Monday (link will display the full 1940 calendar) of the Gregorian calendar. ...

New Iberia hosts the Louisiana Sugarcane Festival^[3] in September and the Gumbo Cook-Off in October.^[3]

Demographics

As of the census^GR2 of 2000, there were 32,623 people,^[2] 11,756 households, and 8,335 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,192.8/km² (3,088.8/mi²). There were 12,880 housing units at an average density of 470.9/km² (1,219.5/mi²). The racial makeup of the city was 56.99% White, 38.42% African American, 0.21% Native American, 2.64% Asian, 0.02% Pacific Islander, 0.51% from other races, and 1.20% from two or more races. 1.49% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race. 1870 US Census for New York City A census is the process of obtaining information about every member of a population (not necessarily a human population). ... The United States Census Bureau uses the federal governments definitions of race when performing a census. ... The United States Census Bureau uses the federal governments definitions of race when performing a census. ... The United States Census Bureau uses the federal governments definitions of race when performing a census. ... The United States Census Bureau uses the federal governments definitions of race when performing a census. ... The United States Census Bureau uses the federal governments definitions of race when performing a census. ... It has been suggested that Ethnicity (United States Census) be merged into this article or section. ... The United States Census Bureau uses the federal governments definitions of race when performing a census. ... The United States Census Bureau uses the federal governments definitions of race when performing a census. ...

New Iberia [lower right] is southwest of Baton Rouge, south of Lafayette and northwest of Morgan City. Roads also lead to Franklin and Abbeville.

There were 11,756 households, out of which 36.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 45.1% were married couples living together, 20.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 29.1% were non-families. 25.2% of all households were made up of individuals and 10.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.70 and the average family size was 3.24. Image File history File links No higher resolution available. ... Image File history File links No higher resolution available. ... Capitol Building Baton Rouge is the capital of Louisiana, a state of the United States of America. ... Lafayette is a city located on the Vermilion River in Lafayette Parish, Louisiana. ... Morgan City is a city located in St. ... Franklin is a small city located in St. ... Abbeville is a small city located in Vermilion Parish, Louisiana. ... “Spouse” redirects here. ...

In the city of New Iberia, the population was spread out with 29.8% under the age of 18, 9.7% from 18 to 24, 26.8% from 25 to 44, 20.4% from 45 to 64, and 13.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 34 years. For every 100 females there were 87.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 83.6 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $26,079, and the median income for a family was $30,828. Males had a median income of $30,289 versus $16,980 for females. The per capita income for the city was $13,084. About 24.9% of families and 29.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 40.8% of those under age 18 and 20.8% of those age 65 or over. The per capita income for a group of people may be defined as their total personal income, divided by the total population. ... Map of countries showing percentage of population who have an income below the national poverty line The poverty line is the level of income below which one cannot afford to purchase all the resources one requires to live. ...

Notable persons

Natives

• Kathleen Blanco, governor of Louisiana,
• George Rodrigue, artist famous for the Blue Dog paintings
• Mark Roman, NFL Defensive Back, Currently with San Francisco 49ers

Residents Kathleen Babineaux Blanco (born December 15, 1942) is a Democratic politician from and the current governor of Louisiana. ... George Rodrigue (b. ... Mark Emery Roman (born on 3/16/1977) is currently a defensive back for the Green Bay Packers. ...

• James Lee Burke, mystery writer
• Bunk Johnson, former jazz legend
• Paul Schwing, 'Mayor of Main St.'
• Louis W. Belaire, Actor "Return To Boggy Creek"
• Patrick T. Caffery, Sr., prominent attorney. Former U.S. Congressman from Louisiana and grandson of former U.S.Senator Donelson Caffery from Louisiana

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Points of Interest

• Shadows-on-the-Teche^[3] historic residence, owned by the National Trust for Historic Preservation http://www.shadowsontheteche.org/
• Avery Island, home of Tabasco sauce and the oldest salt mine in North America.
• Annual Bunk Johnson/New Iberia Jazz, Arts & Heritage Festival, also known as the BunkFest.
• Jungle Gardens, botanical garden and bird sanctuary.
• Sugar Cane Festival, to celebrate the commencement of the sugar cane harvest, locally referred to as grinding. Sugar cane is a principal crop grown by New Iberia farmers.
• The Iberia Community Band hosts four public concerts throughout the year and is open to amateur, student, and professional band instrumentalists of all ages and skill levels.
• A local curiosity is an ancient seven-foot marble statue of Roman emperor Hadrian (117-138 AD), located on the corner of Weeks and St. Peter Streets.^[3]
• New Iberia is home to fictional detective Dave Robicheaux and his creator, author James Lee Burke.^[3]

The National Trust for Historic Preservation is an American member-supported organization which was founded in 1949 to support preservation of historic buildings and neighborhoods through a range of programs and activities. ... Avery Island (La Saline in french) is a salt dome located in Iberia Parish, Louisiana, United States, about three miles (5 km) inland from Vermillion Bay, which in turn opens onto the Gulf of Mexico. ... The classic Tabasco red pepper sauce Tabasco sauce is a brand of hot sauce made from tabasco peppers (Capsicum frutescens var. ... Jungle Gardens (200 acres) are botanical gardens and a bird sanctuary located on Highway 329, Avery Island, Louisiana (near New Iberia, Louisiana). ... Species Ref: ITIS 42058 as of 2004-05-05 Sugarcane is one of six species of a tall tropical southeast Asian grass (Family Poaceae) having stout fibrous jointed stalks whose sap at one time was the primary source of sugar. ... Ancient Rome was a civilization that grew from a small agricultural community founded on the Italian Peninsula circa the 9th century BC to a massive empire straddling the Mediterranean Sea. ... Publius Aelius Traianus Hadrianus (January 24, 76 –– July 10, 138), known as Hadrian in English, was emperor of Rome from 117 A.D. to 138 A.D., as well as a Stoic and Epicurean philosopher. ... James Lee Burke is an American author best known for his mysteries, particularly the Dave Robicheaux series. ...

References

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External links

• City of New Iberia
• Shadows-on-the-Teche
• The Iberia Community Concert Band
• Bunk Johnson New Iberia Jazz Festival site

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Claiborne Parish is a parish located in the state of Louisiana. ... Concordia Parish is a parish located in the state of Louisiana. ... De Soto Parish is a parish located in the state of Louisiana. ... Location Location of St. ... East Carroll Parish is a parish located in the state of Louisiana. ... East Feliciana Parish is a parish located in the state of Louisiana. ... Evangeline Parish is a parish located in the state of Louisiana. ... Franklin Parish is a parish located in the U.S. state of Louisiana. ... Grant Parish is a parish located in the state of Louisiana. ... Iberia Parish is a parish located in the state of Louisiana. ... Iberville Parish is a parish located in the state of Louisiana. ... Jackson Parish is a parish located in the U.S. state of Louisiana. ... Jefferson Parish is a parish in Louisiana that includes most of the suburbs of New Orleans. ... Jefferson Davis Parish is a parish located in the U.S. state of Louisiana. ... La Salle Parish is a parish located in the state of Louisiana. ... Lafayette Parish is a parish located in the state of Louisiana. ... Lafourche Parish is a parish located in the south of the state of Louisiana. ... Lincoln Parish is a parish located in the U.S. state of Louisiana. ... Livingston Parish is a parish located in the state of Louisiana. ... Madison Parish is a parish located in the state of Louisiana. ... Morehouse Parish is a parish located in the U.S. state of Louisiana. ... Natchitoches Parish (French: Paroisse des Natchitoches) is a parish located in the U.S. state of Louisiana. ... Nickname: Location in the State of Louisiana and the United States Coordinates: , Country United States State Louisiana Parish Orleans Founded 1718 Government  - Mayor Ray Nagin (D) Area  - City  350. ... Ouachita Parish is a parish (population 148,287 as of the 2000 census) located in the U.S. state of Louisiana. ... 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