Plaquemine
A community guide to Plaquemine in Louisiana, los Estados Unidos.
- Population
- 6,269 residents
- Region
- Louisiana
- Country
- los Estados Unidos
- Coordinates
- 30.2901, -91.2350
Getting there
Reaching Plaquemine typically involves the regional road network of Louisiana or, for longer journeys, connecting to one of the wider transport corridors that traverse los Estados Unidos. Local routes link Plaquemine to surrounding towns and to the principal arteries that carry traffic between the larger urban centres of Louisiana. Travel times depend on the route taken, the time of day, and the season — all standard considerations for navigating the area around Plaquemine.
Geography and location
Plaquemine sits at approximate coordinates 30.2901 latitude and -91.2350 longitude within Louisiana. The terrain and natural features around Plaquemine reflect those typical of its part of los Estados Unidos, with land use, water access, and transport corridors that have shaped the way the community has developed over time. Travel distances to neighbouring populated places vary, with the wider Louisiana road network providing the principal routes in and out.
Economy and services
The economy of Plaquemine reflects small-scale community commerce, with employment distributed across the sectors typical for similarly-sized communities in Louisiana. Local services include the everyday provisions residents and visitors expect — retail, food, and personal services — supported by the wider municipal infrastructure of Louisiana and los Estados Unidos. Businesses based in Plaquemine draw from the regional labour pool and supply both local needs and the broader market beyond the immediate area.