Mamou, Louisiana

About Mamou

Set in the central part of Louisiana, Mamou is a small town with an estimated population of 2,817.

Officially, Mamou is an incorporated town — local government on a neighborly scale. The community covers 1.41 square miles, giving it a balanced suburban layout with room to breathe at roughly 1,998 residents per square mile.

📰 Local News

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What Makes Mamou Unique

• The only place in America named Mamou — a truly one-of-a-kind name among 32,000+ US communities.
• Part of the fabric of Louisiana — one of 489 recognized communities statewide.

Why People Love It Here

• Small-town pace of life: less traffic, more community, and neighbors who wave.
• Housing dollars stretch further here than in the nearest metro.
• Well connected: 3+ neighboring communities within 10 miles.

🏫 Schools in Mamou

• Mamou Elementary School
• Mamou High School
• Mamou Junior High

Public schools, U.S. Dept. of Education (NCES) 2023–24 directory.

🏥 Hospitals & Healthcare

• Savoy Medical Center ★★★★ (4/5 CMS rating) · 24/7 ER

Medicare-registered hospitals with official CMS star ratings.

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🌤️ Current Weather

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🗺️ Map of Mamou

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