Tickfaw, Louisiana
Village · Population 685 · #188 in Louisiana
About Tickfaw
Tickfaw is a tiny community in eastern Louisiana with an estimated population of 685.
Officially, Tickfaw is an incorporated village, one of the most intimate forms of local government in America. The community covers 1.62 square miles, giving it wide-open spaces and a spread-out, rural feel at roughly 423 residents per square mile.
📰 Tickfaw News Today
- 2 sought after copper theft costs Tickfaw church more than $10K, sheriff says wwltv.com · Aug 13
- Joseph Lee Coslan Sr Obituary Aug 10, 2026 churchfuneralservices.com · Aug 10
- Tickfaw State Park Louisiana Sportsman · Jul 24
- Betsy Ann Baham Creel Obituary (1946 - 2026) - Tickfaw, LA - AN17 Legacy obituary · Aug 15
- Bridge over Tickfaw River in Livingston Parish closed after inspection finds issues WAFB · Jul 13
Live headlines via Google News — updates through the day.
What Makes Tickfaw Unique
- The only place in America named Tickfaw — a truly one-of-a-kind name among 32,000+ US communities.
- Positioned in eastern Louisiana, convenient to the region's corridors and crossings.
- Part of the fabric of Louisiana — one of 489 recognized communities statewide.
Why People Love It Here
- Quiet streets and a slower rhythm — the kind of place people move to on purpose.
- Housing dollars stretch further here than in the nearest metro.
- Well connected: 3+ neighboring communities within 6 miles.
🍽️ Where to Eat in Tickfaw
- El Ranchito
Local spots mapped by the OpenStreetMap community.
🏫 Schools in Tickfaw
- Lucille Nesom Memorial
- Midway Elementary School
- Natalbany Middle
Public schools, U.S. Dept. of Education (NCES) 2023–24 directory.
⚡ Quick Facts
StateLouisiana
TypeVillage
Population (2024)685
Rank in state#188 of 304
Land area1.62 sq mi
Density423/sq mi
Coordinates30.5769, -90.4871