Henderson Louisiana Map

About Henderson, Louisiana

Henderson is a locality in St. Martin Parish, Louisiana, United States. It has a population of approximately 1,779. The population density is 211.9 people per km². Henderson is located at 30.3133°N, 91.7904°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 70517.

Henderson unfolds under a vast, humid sky, a place where the flat, fertile land of St. Martin Parish seems to gently cradle the bayous and lazy waterways that define its character. It lies 15.0 miles east-north-east of Lafayette, LA (from Lafayette, LA: bearing 66°T), and is situated 7.1 miles east-north-east of Breaux Bridge. The air, thick with the scent of damp earth and unseen blossoms, hums with the incessant song of cicadas, a constant, almost tangible presence. Spanish moss, like aged lace, drapes from the ancient oaks that line the roads, their branches reaching out as if to embrace the verdant, sprawling landscape. Sunlight, when it breaks through the canopy, falls in broad, warm shafts, illuminating patches of palmetto and the occasional glint of water in the shallow ditches. The very ground here feels saturated, giving the impression that life springs forth with an insistent, verdant energy. Henderson’s story is intrinsically linked to the rich, alluvial soil and the waters that have shaped its existence for generations. Historically, the region has been a vital hub for agriculture, with sugarcane and rice cultivation defining its economic backbone for over a century, a legacy still evident in the broad fields that stretch towards the horizon. The bayous, once arteries of commerce and connection, continue to hold a special place, their quiet depths reflecting the enduring spirit of the Acadians who settled this land. Local traditions, particularly the vibrant Cajun culture, permeate the atmosphere, evident in the lively music that spills from open doors and the hearty, flavorful cuisine that is a hallmark of this unique locality. The pace of life in Henderson is one of quiet industry, where the rhythms of the seasons and the gentle flow of the water dictate the day.

About This Henderson Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Henderson, Louisiana — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 30.313253, -91.790392. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Henderson and St. Martin Parish.

Detailed location data for Henderson includes the ZIP code (70517), telephone area code (985), county seat of St. Martin Parish, and school district assignment (St. Martin Parish School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Henderson is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.