Oberlin, Louisiana
Town · Population 1,287 · #142 in Louisiana
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About Oberlin
Oberlin, LA is a small town located in western Louisiana, home to 1,287 residents as of the latest Census estimates.
Officially, Oberlin is an incorporated town — local government on a neighborly scale. The community covers 4.38 square miles, giving it wide-open spaces and a spread-out, rural feel at roughly 294 residents per square mile.
📰 Oberlin News Today
- Man accused of attempted murder in Oberlin drive-by shooting KPLC 7 News · Jun 29
- Teddy Ray Gorman Obituary (2026) - Oberlin, LA - Allen Parish Funeral Home of Oberlin Legacy obituary · Jul 24
- Jennie V Duncan Obituary Apr 27, 2026 Riley Smith & Sons Funeral Home and Cemetery · Apr 27
- Body Found In Calcasieu River Near Oberlin 96.5 KPEL · May 19
- Dwayne James Chaumont Obituary Apr 8, 2026 johnsonfuneralhome.net · Apr 8
Live headlines via Google News — updates through the day.
What Makes Oberlin Unique
- Positioned in western 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
- A tight community feel that bigger cities can't replicate.
- Housing dollars stretch further here than in the nearest metro.
- Well connected: 3+ neighboring communities within 14 miles.
🏫 Schools in Oberlin
- Oberlin Elementary School
- Oberlin High School
Public schools, U.S. Dept. of Education (NCES) 2023–24 directory.
⚡ Quick Facts
StateLouisiana
TypeTown
Population (2024)1,287
Rank in state#142 of 304
Land area4.38 sq mi
Density294/sq mi
Coordinates30.6081, -92.7750