Where is Lafayette?
Lafayette is a city in Louisiana, United States. Its population is about 121,374 inhabitants. It is located near New Orleans (189 km) and Baton Rouge (84 km).
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Lafayette located?
Lafayette is a city in Louisiana, United States, located at 30.2241°N, 92.0198°W.
Which country is Lafayette in?
Lafayette is in United States.
What is the population of Lafayette?
The population of Lafayette is approximately 121,374 inhabitants.
What region is Lafayette in?
Lafayette is located in the Louisiana region of United States.
How far is Lafayette from Washington?
Lafayette is approximately 1673 km from Washington, the capital of United States.
What time zone is Lafayette in?
Lafayette is in the America/Chicago time zone.
What are the coordinates of Lafayette?
The geographic coordinates of Lafayette are 30.2241°N, 92.0198°W.
What cities are near Lafayette?
Cities near Lafayette include: New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Metairie.
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