Venice
Census-designated place in Plaquemines Parish, Louisiana
Venice is an unincorporated community (census-designated place) in Plaquemines Parish, Louisiana, with 162 residents (2020 Census). It sits at -3 ft (-1 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Boothville, 3.5 miles NW.
- 162residents (2020 Census)
- -3 ftelevation · -1 m
- 1.0 sq miland area · 2.6 km²
- 162 / sq mipopulation density
- 70038ZIP code
About Venice
Venice is an unincorporated community and census-designated place in Plaquemines Parish, Louisiana, United States. Located at the southern tip of the Mississippi River Delta, it lies about 77 miles (124 km) south of New Orleans on the west bank of the Mississippi River. As of the 2020 United States census, its population was 162.
Venice is the last community along the Mississippi River accessible by automobile via Louisiana Highway 23, and it serves as the southern terminus of the Great River Road. This location has earned it the nickname "The end of the world."
In 2001, the combined population of Venice and the neighboring communities of Orchard and Boothville was about 2,740 people, with approximately 975 families; about 460 of those residents lived in Venice.
Venice is known for commercial fishing, sport fishing, and offshore oil and gas services, and serves as a departure point for anglers heading to Port Eads near the mouth of the Mississippi River.
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- Median household income
- $66,989
- Median age
- 33.3
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Venice had 162 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 162 |
|---|---|
| Density | 162 per sq mi (62 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Venice at a glance
| State | Louisiana (LA) |
|---|---|
| County | Plaquemines Parish |
| Type | Census-designated place |
| Population | 162 (2020) |
| Land area | 1.00 sq mi (2.6 km²) |
| Water area | 0.62 sq mi (1.62 km²) |
| Elevation | -3 ft (-1 m) |
| Coordinates | 29.2931° N, 89.3689° W |
| ZIP code | 70038 |
| Census code (GEOID) | 2278015 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Venice
- Boothville3.5 mi NW
- Triumph6.8 mi NW
- Buras10.2 mi NW
- Empire18.1 mi NW
- Port Sulphur26.4 mi NW
- Pointe a la Hache31.5 mi NW
- Grand Isle40.2 mi W
- Delacroix41.1 mi NW
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about Venice
What county is Venice in?
Venice is in Plaquemines Parish, Louisiana.
What is the population of Venice, LA?
162 people lived in Venice at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Venice, LA?
The ZIP code of Venice is 70038.
What is the elevation of Venice?
-3 feet (-1 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Venice?
Boothville (3.5 mi), Triumph (6.8 mi), Buras (10.2 mi), Empire (18.1 mi), Port Sulphur (26.4 mi).
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