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Welcome to Key to the City's page for Westwego Jefferson Parish, Louisiana Zip Code History, Tradition, Family The Louisiana state capital is Baton Rouge. What would you like to know about Westwego Statistics & Facts Location History & History-related items Westwego historical events. City Attractions Westwego Government Westwego Chamber of Commerce. Westwego Organizations, Churches, and Sports. Zip Codes 70094 Return to Index Statistics & Facts The population of Westwego is approximately 10,003 (2006). The approximate number of families is 4,521 (2000). The amount of land area in Westwego is 8.251 sq. kilometers. The amount of land area in Westwego is 3.19 sq. miles. The amount of surface water is 0.995 sq kilometers. The distance from Westwego to Washington DC is 999 miles. The distance to the Louisiana state capital is 71 miles. (as the crow flies) Westwego is positioned 29.90 degrees north of the equator and 90.14 degrees west of the prime meridian. Westwego elevation is 5 feet above sea level. Westwego per capita income is $13,160 (2000). Westwego median income is $29,600 (2005). The Westwego median home price is $92,100 (2005). Westwego miscellany. Return to Index Location Westwego location: about eight miles from New Orleans in southeastern Louisiana and about seven miles from Metairie. Other nearby communities include Bridge City, Marrero, Avondale, Jefferson, Estelle, Elmwood, Harahan and Harvey. Return to Index History & History Related Items Westwego history: Westwego has a fun naming story. It began as a major crossing point on the Mississippi River during the late 1800s when so many were going west. When travelers were asked where they were going, they would often reply, west we go. Thus the name began. The incorporation date of Westwego: 1919 Return to Index Attractions Westwego attractions: See picturesque bayous and swamps near Westwego. It is next to Bayou Segnette State Park and is the starting point for many swamp tours and excursions. Bayou Segnette is a 580 acre park with many features including picnicking, boat cruises and a wave pool. Overnight camping and cabins are available. Phone: 504-736-7140 City of Westwego Tourist Information Center 10 Westbank Expressway Westwego, Louisiana 70094 Phone: 504.436.0812 Fax: 504.436.0877 Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Saturday & Sunday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Westwego Historical Museum 275 Sala Ave. Westwego, LA 70094 PHone: 504-341-3161 in the Fisherman's Exchange Building. See an early 1900s restored hardware store, upstairs living quarters and more. Please call ahead for hours of operation Return to Index Contribute information free or for a small service charge for this community or any other community in the USA Be sure to include the name of the community and its state when contacting Key to the City as you are NOT directly contacting this community. Learn how to advertise on Key to the City Choose a new community in the state of Louisiana To go to a new state, choose the States page To choose another state, go to the State page. Return to the Top USA City Directory and US City Resource Guide - Key to the City Thanks for visiting Key to the City. Come back again! We'll leave the light on for you! The information on Key to the City is from multiple sources including government, commerce, libraries, individuals and organizations. There is no guarantee of the accuracy or timeliness of the information presented on these pages, therefore, please use at your own risk.   Web www.usacitiesonline.com

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