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Small town charm, big Italian heart.
Independence exudes a laid-back, friendly atmosphere where neighbors know each other. It's a community that values its history and traditions, particularly its strong Italian-American roots.
COMMUNITY GUIDE · INDEPENDENCE
Independence, Tangipahoa Parish County
City Snapshot
Population
1,635
County
Tangipahoa Parish County
Timezone
America/Chicago
Median Income
$41,071
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