Where is Kenner, Louisiana, USA?

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Where is Kenner Located? - Kenner is a city located in the Jefferson County of Louisiana, United States. Kenner lies between 42.2180724 Degrees North latitudes and 70.9410356 Degrees West longitudes.

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Where is Kenner, Louisiana

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Where is Kenner Located?

Kenner is a city located in the Jefferson County of Louisiana, United States. Kenner lies between 42.2180724 Degrees North latitudes and 70.9410356 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Kenner city is 66448 people and the city has a total area of 14.88 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.

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Kenner, Louisiana Quick Facts

Property Information
CityKenner
ParishJefferson Parish
StateLouisiana
State CapitalBaton Rouge
US RegionSouthern United States
Latitude29.9941° N
Longitude90.2417° W
Elevation3 ft (1 m)
Land Area14.87 sq mi
Water Area0.61 sq mi
Total Area15.48 sq mi
Population (latest Census year)66,448 (2020 Census)
Population DensityApproximately 4,468 per sq mi
ZIP Code70062, 70065
Area Code504
Time Zone StandardCentral Standard Time (CST, UTC−6)
Time Zone DaylightCentral Daylight Time (CDT, UTC−5)
CurrencyUS Dollar (USD)
FIPS Code22-39475
Congressional DistrictLouisiana's 2nd Congressional District

Nearby Cities to Kenner, Louisiana

  • Metairie, Louisiana - East - 6 mi
  • River Ridge, Louisiana - East - 4 mi
  • Harahan, Louisiana - Southeast - 5 mi
  • Elmwood, Louisiana - Southeast - 6 mi
  • St. Rose, Louisiana - West - 5 mi
  • Destrehan, Louisiana - West - 9 mi
  • New Orleans, Louisiana - East - 13 mi
  • Gretna, Louisiana - Southeast - 16 mi
  • Marrero, Louisiana - Southeast - 18 mi
  • LaPlace, Louisiana - West - 18 mi

Driving Distances from Kenner, Louisiana

City State Distance (mi) Approx. Drive Time
River RidgeLouisiana48 minutes
HarahanLouisiana510 minutes
St. RoseLouisiana510 minutes
MetairieLouisiana612 minutes
ElmwoodLouisiana612 minutes
DestrehanLouisiana915 minutes
New OrleansLouisiana1320 minutes
GretnaLouisiana1625 minutes
MarreroLouisiana1830 minutes
LaPlaceLouisiana1825 minutes

Transportation and Connectivity in Kenner, Louisiana

Transportation Details
Airport NameLouis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport
IATA CodeMSY
PortPort of New Orleans (regional)
Major HighwaysInterstate 10, U.S. Highway 61 (Airline Highway), Williams Boulevard, Veterans Memorial Boulevard
Train/Amtrak ServiceAmtrak service available at New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal
Local Bus/Transit ServiceJefferson Transit (JET) and New Orleans RTA connections
  • Interstate 10 provides direct access to New Orleans, Baton Rouge, and the Gulf Coast.
  • U.S. Highway 61 (Airline Highway) is a major commercial corridor linking Kenner with Jefferson Parish and New Orleans.
  • Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport, located within Kenner, is Louisiana's busiest commercial airport offering domestic and international flights.
  • Jefferson Transit (JET) buses provide local service throughout Jefferson Parish with connections to New Orleans Regional Transit Authority routes.
  • Kenner serves as a major transportation, business, and residential hub in the New Orleans metropolitan area due to its strategic location and airport facilities.

What are top Places to Visit in Kenner, Louisiana

Landmark Name Type
Rivertown Museums & Heritage ParkMuseum Complex
Pontchartrain CenterConvention Center
LaketownLakeside Park
Treasure Chest CasinoCasino
Susan ParkCommunity Park
Veterans ParkCity Park
Esplanade Mall AreaShopping District
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport Observation AreaObservation Point
Mississippi River Levee TrailWalking & Cycling Trail
Bayou Segnette State ParkState Park

Colleges and Universities in Kenner, Louisiana

Institution Name Type Level Notable For
University of New OrleansPublicResearch UniversityEngineering, business, sciences, hospitality, and research programs
Tulane UniversityPrivateResearch UniversityMedicine, law, business, public health, and liberal arts
Loyola University New OrleansPrivateUniversityBusiness, law, music, communications, and humanities
Delgado Community CollegePublicCommunity CollegeAssociate degrees, technical education, healthcare, and workforce development
Xavier University of LouisianaPrivateUniversityPharmacy, biology, health sciences, and liberal arts

Waterbodies in Kenner, Louisiana

Mississippi River, Lake Pontchartrain, Bayou Trepagnier, Jefferson Canal, Duncan Canal, Bonnabel Canal, Orleans Canal, Bayou St. John.

Golf Courses in Kenner, Louisiana

Chateau Golf & Country Club, Colonial Golf & Country Club, Joseph M. Bartholomew Municipal Golf Course, Bayou Oaks at City Park, Timberlane Country Club, Audubon Park Golf Course.

Kenner, Louisiana — Key Historical Facts

  • Kenner was founded in 1855 by Minor Kenner, whose family played an important role in developing the community along the Mississippi River.
  • The arrival of railroad connections and river commerce contributed to Kenner's growth as an important transportation and trading center in southeastern Louisiana.
  • Following World War II, suburban expansion transformed Kenner into one of the fastest-growing communities in the New Orleans metropolitan area.
  • The opening and continued expansion of Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport established Kenner as a major gateway for Louisiana and the Gulf Coast region.
  • Today, Kenner is recognized for its diverse population, strong commercial economy, transportation infrastructure, and recreational attractions along Lake Pontchartrain.

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