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Youngsville Louisiana Map

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

Latitude	30.099647
Longitude	-91.990121
Population	15,929
Density	504.7 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	70592
Area Code	985
School District	Lafayette Parish School District

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About Youngsville, Louisiana

Youngsville is a locality in Lafayette Parish, Louisiana, United States. It has a population of 15,929. The population density is 504.7 people per km². Youngsville is located at 30.0996°N, 91.9901°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. Youngsville is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 70592.

Youngsville maintains a quiet presence upon the flat, fertile plains of southern Louisiana, defined by the steady accumulation of moisture and light. It lies 3.7 miles south-southwest of Broussard, LA (from Broussard, LA: bearing 208°T), and is situated 8.8 miles south-southeast of Lafayette. The landscape here is characterized by an expansive, open horizon where the sky dominates the view during the long, humid afternoons. Water moves with deliberate slowness through the terrain, most notably within the banks of LaSalle Coulee, which winds its way just a mile from the center. Seven miles to the southwest, the surface of Lake Peigneur offers a still reflection of the clouds, anchored deeply into the surrounding earth. Residents find a familiar stillness within Foster Park, where the green canopy provides a necessary respite from the heat. This terrain is defined by its inland stability, far removed from the shifting edges of the distant coastline.

Youngsville grew from a modest agricultural settlement into a space where the rhythm of commerce now favors suburban expansion and local enterprise. The economy once relied heavily on the cycles of harvest, yet it has transitioned into a diverse network of businesses and services that sustain its growing population. These industries rely on the solid, level ground that once supported expansive fields, now repurposed to serve a modern workforce. History remains visible in the way the streets are organized, following patterns established by families who first cultivated this soil. The persistence of these economic roots ensures that Youngsville remains a place where work and life maintain a tangible, grounded connection. Development continues to shape the landscape, yet the underlying character of the land dictates the pace of change.

Cultural life in Youngsville pulses with the layered traditions of the region, where the influence of Cajun and Creole heritage informs everything from the local diet to the cadence of daily speech. Celebrations often gather the neighborhood in public spaces, reflecting a social cohesion that values shared history and open interaction. Notable landmarks reflect a commitment to preserving the identity of the region, even as new construction alters the physical footprint. While the town remains modest in its scale, it has provided a home to individuals who have made their mark on the wider world, including professional athletes like Jake Delhomme, who carried the local spirit into the national spotlight. Youngsville fosters a sense of belonging that is rarely found in larger, more anonymous places. The air here holds the scent of damp earth and coming rain, a sensory reminder of the geography that anchors every resident to this specific spot.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Foster Park (Local Park) — 0.4 mi, 201° S
Youngsville Sports Complex (Local Park) — 0.9 mi, 248° W
Large Orange Urn (Monument) — 4.4 mi, 310° NW
Cypress Island (Conservation Area) — 5.5 mi, 009° N
Corporate Block (Public Artwork) — 6.0 mi, 349° N
Spanish Lake - Dried Lake Bed (State Recreation Area) — 7.1 mi, 105° E
First Horizon Ampitheatre (Theatre) — 7.7 mi, 337° NW
Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve, Barataria Preserve (Marine Protected Area) — 7.8 mi, 358° N
Vermilionville Historic Village (Attraction) — 8.0 mi, 357° N
Acadian Village (Attraction) — 8.2 mi, 311° NW
Alexandre Mouton House (Museum) — 8.6 mi, 348° N
Mouton Monument (Monument) — 8.6 mi, 349° N
L A F A _ E T T E sign (Monument) — 8.8 mi, 349° N
Cité des Arts (Theatre) — 9.0 mi, 350° N
Evangeline Maid Bread Sign (Attraction) — 9.3 mi, 347° N
Champagne's Cajun Swamp Tours (Attraction) — 9.9 mi, 031° NE
Unknown Park (Local Recreation) — 10.2 mi, 197° S
Division Of State Lands (State Resource Management Area) — 17.5 mi, 079° E
Palmetto Island State Park (State Park) — 18.1 mi, 207° SW
Rayne City Museum (Museum) — 19.6 mi, 301° NW
Lake Fausse Pointe State Park (State Park) — 21.8 mi, 107° E
Boho (Gallery) — 22.0 mi, 348° N
Rice Museum (Museum) — 24.8 mi, 287° W
White Lake Wetlands Conservation Area (State Conservation Area) — 27.7 mi, 246° SW
Atchafalaya National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 28.4 mi, 040° NE · 32k acres
Jim Bowie Museum (Museum) — 30.3 mi, 351° N
Fireman's Museum (Museum) — 30.5 mi, 350° N
Bayou Teche National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 33.2 mi, 132° SE · 22k acres
Prairie Acadian Cultural Center (Arts Centre) — 37.3 mi, 317° NW
Goula Paradise Farms (Zoo / Wildlife Park) — 52.1 mi, 079° E

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