Simmesport, LA is a small town located in Avoyelles Parish with a population of 2,779 according to the latest census. The town has a Population Density of 35 people per square mile, which is much lower than the US Population Density of 93 people per square mile. Simmesport is home to several local businesses such as Loggy Bayou Gardens, Brown's Country Store and Café, and Y-Knot Bar and Grill. In addition to local businesses, Simmesport has plenty of outdoor activities year round such as fishing at Ward’s Lake or hunting near the Little River Wildlife Management Area. Other local organizations include the Kiwanis Club of Simmesport and the American Legion Auxiliary Post #97 that provide volunteer services for their community. Those looking for sports activities can find entertainment at the Alligator Festival Softball Tournament held every July or at one of the many nearby rodeos such as Rodeo Stampede Concessions.
The population in Simmesport (zip 71369) is 2,779. There are 37 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Simmesport (zip 71369) is 39.3, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Simmesport (zip 71369) is 2.5, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Simmesport (zip 71369)
- 50.8% are married
- 11.4% are divorced
- 23.4% are married with children
- 27.7% have children, but are single
Race in Simmesport (zip 71369)
- 45.5% are White
- 54.2% are Black
- 0.0% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 0.2% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 0.1% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander