Charenton, LA is a small town with a population of 1,407 people. The population density in Charenton is 329 people per square mile, which is much higher than the US average of 93 people per square mile. Despite its small size and population, there is plenty to see and do in Charenton! Popular local businesses include Corley Brothers Crawfish Farm and B&R Sports & Outdoor. Year-round outdoor activities such as fishing, boating, hunting, swamp tours and bird watching can be enjoyed in the nearby creeks and bayous. Other organizations such as the Charenton Cultural Center provide educational opportunities for children. Local sporting events are held throughout the year at the Charenton Recreation Center where visitors can enjoy basketball tournaments, baseball games and more.
The population in Charenton is 1,407. There are 283 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Charenton is 40.5, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Charenton is 2.6, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Charenton
- 57.2% are married
- 15.0% are divorced
- 25.7% are married with children
- 24.6% have children, but are single
Race in Charenton
- 31.5% are White
- 40.8% are Black
- 0.9% are Asian
- 14.4% are Native American
- 0.1% claim Other
- 0.0% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 12.1% Two or more races
- 0.2% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander