Welsh, Louisiana
Welsh: town in Jefferson Davis Parish, Louisiana, United States
About
Welsh is a town located in the county of Jefferson Davis Parish in the U.S. state of Louisiana. Its population at the 2010 census was 3,226 and a population density of 501 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 3,195 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Welsh
| Population | 3,195 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Louisiana (United States) |
| County | Jefferson Davis Parish |
| Phone Area Codes | 337 |
| Area | 6.44 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 30.2360,-92.8227 |
| Altitude | 23 feet / 7 meters |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 00:37:19 (23rd April 2026) |
| Postal code | 70591 |
| Density | 496 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -0.97% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 80℉ Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms 7-days weather |
Geography
Welsh is located at 30°14'10"N 92°49'22"W (30.2360400, -92.8226500).
Welsh map
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Weather
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 7am and 1pm, then a chance of showers and...
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Welsh decreased by 0.97% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 3,226 | - | census |
| 2011 | 3,228 | 0.06% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 3,213 | -0.47% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 3,201 | -0.37% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 3,218 | 0.53% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 3,212 | -0.19% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 3,211 | -0.03% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 3,225 | 0.43% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 3,239 | 0.43% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 3,227 | -0.37% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 3,195 | -1% | estimation process |
Services and Civic Places in Welsh
1Welsh City Hall
112 S Adams St, Welsh, LA 70591 View details
Phone: +13377342231 | Website available
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Welsh, LA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 160579 | SOWELA Technical Community College | Lake Charles (LA) | 70615 |
| 469920 | Unitech Training Academy-Lake Charles | Lake Charles (LA) | 70601-7887 |
| 158778 | Avery James School of Cosmetology | Lake Charles (LA) | 70601 |
| 159717 | McNeese State University | Lake Charles (LA) | 70605 |
| 407151 | Stage One-The Hair School | Lake Charles (LA) | 70605 |
Nearby Transit Stations (3)
Rail and bus stations connected to Welsh, LA. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| LCH | Lake Charles | 100 Ryan Street | RAIL |
| LFT | Lafayette | 133 East Grant St. | RAIL |
| NIB | New Iberia | West Washington St. | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Welsh.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Welsh Post Office | Welsh (LA) | 70591 |
| Roanok Post Office | Roanoke (LA) | 70581 |
| Lacassin Post Office | Lacassine (LA) | 70650 |
| Jenning Post Office | Jennings (LA) | 70546 |
| Fenton Post Office | Fenton (LA) | 70640 |
Other cities in Jefferson Davis Parish
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Jefferson Davis Parish , LA.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Jennings | 9,660 | City in Louisiana, USA |
| Lake Arthur | 2,736 | City in Chaves County, New Mexico, United States of America |
| Elton | 1,134 | Town in Louisiana, USA |
| Fenton | 349 | Village in Louisiana |
Distance to Other Cities
Welsh distances to largest Louisiana cities