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City	New Iberia
State	Louisiana (LA)
County	Iberia Parish
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Central Time (America/Chicago)

Latitude	30.003536
Longitude	-91.818728
Population	28,555
Density	989.6 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Codes	70560, 70562, 70563
Area Code	985
School District	Iberia Parish School District

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About New Iberia, Louisiana

New Iberia is a locality in Iberia Parish, Louisiana, United States. It has a population of 28,555. The population density is 989.6 people per km². New Iberia is located at 30.0035°N, 91.8187°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. New Iberia is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 70560, 70562, 70563.

New Iberia unfolds across a verdant expanse of fertile plains where the landscape is defined by the slow, deliberate movement of the Bayou Teche. It lies 12.2 miles east-southeast of Youngsville, LA (from Youngsville, LA: bearing 123°T), and is situated 8.5 miles south of St. Martinville. The terrain here remains resolutely inland, characterized by stretches of productive farmland that extend toward the horizon in shades of deep green and gold. Nine miles away, the quiet waters of Lake Peigneur rest amidst the land, offering a stillness that complements the rhythmic turn of the seasons. Sunlight often lingers over the flat, open fields, casting long, amber shadows that soften the edges of the horizon as dusk approaches. This geography encourages a measured pace of life, where the moisture in the air keeps the earth supple and the vegetation thriving in the warmth.

Spanish settlers established the foundations of New Iberia, bringing with them a legacy that remains visible in the architecture and the persistent structure of local life. Agriculture serves as the primary engine for the regional economy, with expansive sugarcane and rice fields dominating the surrounding acreage. Beyond the fields, industrial operations have long supported the livelihoods of those who call the region home, grounding the economy in the practical realities of the earth and its resources. The transition from early agrarian roots to modern industrial practices has been a steady evolution, shaped by the needs of the surrounding plains. Generations have cultivated this soil with a quiet tenacity, ensuring that the work of the land remains the cornerstone of the local identity.

New Iberia maintains a distinct cultural character that draws from a layered heritage, resulting in a community that values its unique traditions and social bonds. Bouligny Plaza serves as a central gathering point, anchoring the daily life of residents within a space that honors the public history of the locale. The novelist James Lee Burke has famously captured the atmosphere of these surroundings in his writing, bringing national recognition to the nuances of the region. Local events frequently highlight a blend of regional music and culinary customs, reflecting the deep-seated pride of those who live here. Within the streets of New Iberia, the influence of the past is not merely remembered but actively lived, manifesting in the way neighbors interact and the pride taken in local landmarks.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Blue Dog Statue (Public Artwork) — 0.1 mi, 045° NE
New Iberia City Park (Local Park) — 0.3 mi, 078° E
F9F-6 P/C Mark Porrier Memorial (Monument) — 0.5 mi, 086° E
Rice Mill, Conrad & Konriki (Attraction) — 0.6 mi, 130° SE
Unknown Park (Local Park) — 1.2 mi, 340° N
Spanish Lake - Dried Lake Bed (State Recreation Area) — 2.3 mi, 331° NW
Lsu Research Station (Recreation Easement) — 6.6 mi, 117° SE
Lake Fausse Pointe State Park (State Park) — 10.6 mi, 089° E
Cypress Island (Conservation Area) — 10.9 mi, 349° N
Division Of State Lands (State Resource Management Area) — 12.0 mi, 035° NE
Champagne's Cajun Swamp Tours (Attraction) — 15.9 mi, 341° N
De La Houssaye's Swamp Tours (Attraction) — 16.0 mi, 341° N
Cajun Country Swamp Tours (Attraction) — 16.0 mi, 341° N
Large Orange Urn (Monument) — 16.6 mi, 305° NW
Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve, Barataria Preserve (Marine Protected Area) — 17.9 mi, 324° NW
Attakapas Island Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 19.0 mi, 096° E
First Horizon Ampitheatre (Theatre) — 19.1 mi, 316° NW
Chitimacha Veterans' Monument (Monument) — 19.2 mi, 115° SE
Alexandre Mouton House (Museum) — 19.3 mi, 321° NW
Cité des Arts (Theatre) — 19.5 mi, 323° NW
Palmetto Island State Park (State Park) — 20.9 mi, 241° SW
Bayou Teche National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 21.2 mi, 138° SE · 22k acres
Atchafalaya National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 29.3 mi, 017° N · 32k acres
Rayne City Museum (Museum) — 31.8 mi, 302° NW
Boho (Gallery) — 31.8 mi, 332° NW
Jim Bowie Museum (Museum) — 39.5 mi, 337° NW
Fireman's Museum (Museum) — 39.9 mi, 337° NW
Morgan City Stadium (Stadium) — 42.1 mi, 119° SE
The Rig Museum (Museum) — 42.4 mi, 120° SE
Goula Paradise Farms (Zoo / Wildlife Park) — 44.1 mi, 068° E

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