Information on Kentwood, Tangipahoa Parish
The Town of Kentwood is located in the state of Louisiana, in Tangipahoa Parish. Its area, population and other key information are listed below. |
Kentwood Town HALL, Tangipahoa Parish
| Kentwood Town Hall's address | Kentwood Kentwood Municipal Building 308 Avenue G Kentwood United States | |
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| Phone number of Kentwood Town Hall | +1 985-229-3451 | |
| Kentwood, LA email | Loading... | |
| Kentwood official website | kentwoodla.org | |
| Mayor of Kentwood | Irma Thompson Gordon | |
| Tangipahoa Parish, Louisiana: Vital Records | Kentwood vital records | |
| Birth Certificate | Order your Louisiana birth certificate online | |
Common questions about Kentwood
What county is Kentwood LA in?Kentwood, LA is located in Tangipahoa County |
Where is Kentwood, Louisiana ?Kentwood is a town located in Tangipahoa Parish, in southeastern Louisiana, United States. It lies close to the Mississippi border and is roughly 70 miles north of New Orleans. Positioned along U.S. Highway 51, Kentwood is part of the Northshore region, near the city of Hammond. |
What is the cost of living in Kentwood LA ? |
Kentwood administrative division
| Country | United States |
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| State | Louisiana |
| Parish | Tangipahoa - other parishes in Louisiana |
Kentwood building department, LA
If you’re planning a construction project in Kentwood, LA, obtaining the necessary permits is a crucial first step. These permits can be requested from the town’s Building and Zoning Office located at the Kentwood Town Hall. Before beginning the application process, it’s advisable to contact the office directly for detailed information regarding fees and processing times, as these can vary depending on the scope and nature of your project. Ensuring all permits are in order will help your project comply with local regulations and proceed smoothly.
| If you have inquiries related to construction permits, inspections, code enforcement, or building regulations, we recommend contacting Kentwood's town hall or Tangipahoa Parish authorities directly. |
Demography of Kentwood
| Name of Kentwood inhabitants (demonym) | Not available | |||
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| Date | Current value | Classed by Region/Country | ||
| Population | 2 198 inhabitants | 112 / 6 276 | ||
| Population density in Kentwood | 317,3 pop/sq mi (122,5 pop/km²) | |||
Events nearby
 | Huntley Home Town Tour | 2025-06-07 at Southern Rhythm Venue & Entertainment | |
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 | Ryan Foret & Foret Tradition | 2025-06-13 at Southern Rhythm Venue & Entertainment | |
 | Lone Star Skynard | 2025-06-20 at Southern Rhythm Venue & Entertainment | |
 | Peter Antoniou | 2025-08-16 at Southern Rhythm Venue & Entertainment | |
 | The Chase Tyler Band w/ McKenzie Knapps | 2025-06-07 at Texas Club | |
| Thomas Cain w/ I-10 Bound Band | 2025-06-13 at Texas Club | ||
| Blue Crab Redemption | 2025-06-14 at Texas Club |
List of Passport Facilities in Kentwood, LA
Where to apply for a passport in Kentwood, LA? There are 1 passport offices in Kentwood, try one of these:
| Name | Street | Phone number |
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| KENTWOOD POST OFFICE | 601 AVENUE E | 9852292977 |
Top 3 most popular banks in Kentwood
There are 3 bank branches in Kentwood.
First Guaranty Bank is the most popular bank in Kentwood with 2 branch offices, followed by Hancock Whitney Bank with 1 branch offices.
Find below all bank branches in Kentwood:
| Bank's name | Number of branch offices | Service Type |
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| First Guaranty Bank | 2 | Full Service Brick and Mortar Office |
| Hancock Whitney Bank | 1 | Full Service Brick and Mortar Office |
Kentwood administrative numbers
| Kentwood Town code | 2239545 |
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| Kentwood Town postcode | 70444 |
Transportation modes in Kentwood
| Airport | McComb–Pike County Airport 17 miles George R. Carr Memorial Air Field 39.5 miles Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport 46.9 miles |
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Kentwood territory
| Kentwood area | 6,93 sq mi (17,94 km²) |
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| Kentwood altitude | 230 Altitude feet |
| Geographical coordinates | Latitude: 30.9349 Longitude: -90.5152 Latitude: 30° 56' 6'' North Longitude: 90° 30' 55'' West |
| Time zone | UTC -6:00 (America/Chicago) Summer time : UTC -5:00 Winter time : UTC -6:00 |
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| Namesake of Kentwood |
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| Natural parks | Kentwood isn't part of a natural park |
What is Kentwood close to?
Leaflet | Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors
| Nearby cities include: Tangipahoa, Osyka, Greensburg and Roseland | ||
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| Liberty | Osyka | Osyka |
| Greensburg |  | Tangipahoa |
| Greensburg | Tangipahoa | Tangipahoa |
| Tangipahoa 4.1 miles | Osyka 5.7 miles | Greensburg 11.7 miles |
| Roseland 11.8 miles | Amite City 14 miles | Magnolia 15.5 miles |
| Montpelier 19.2 miles | Independence 20.7 miles | McComb 21.6 miles |
| Franklinton 22.7 miles | Liberty 23 miles | Summit 24.1 miles |
| Tickfaw 24.8 miles | Tylertown 25.3 miles | Folsom 28.2 miles |
| Hammond 29.9 miles | Clinton 30.1 miles | Albany 30.2 miles |
Distance between Kentwood and other main cities and towns
| Los Angeles : 1637 miles | Houston : 302 miles closest | Philadelphia : 1068 miles |
| Phoenix : 1273 miles | San Antonio : 489 miles | San Diego : 1565 miles |
| Dallas : 389 miles | San Jose : 1837 miles | Jacksonville : 529 miles |
| Indianapolis : 659 miles | San Francisco : 1906 miles | Austin : 433 miles |
| Columbus : 756 miles | Fort Worth : 421 miles | Charlotte : 634 miles |
| Distances are calculated as the crow flies | ||
Schools in Kentwood, LA
Elementary schools in Kentwood
Chesbrough Elementary School
District of Tangipahoa ParishLowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 5
Students : 378
O.W. Dillon Leadership Academy
District of Tangipahoa ParishLowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 6
Students : 371
Spring Creek Elementary School
District of Tangipahoa ParishLowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 5
Students : 348
Middle schools in Kentwood
Jewel M. Sumner Middle School
District of Tangipahoa ParishLowest grade : 6, Highest grade : 8
Students : 322
High schools in Kentwood
Jewel M. Sumner High School
District of Tangipahoa ParishLowest grade : 8, Highest grade : 12
Students : 455
Kentwood High Magnet School
District of Tangipahoa ParishLowest grade : 7, Highest grade : 12
Students : 288