ZIP Code 70040, Louisiana
ZIP Code 70040 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 70040 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Plaquemines Parish / St. Bernard Parish, Louisiana. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,056. The land area covers 94.79 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,056 | ±282 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 50.1 yrs | ±10.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 455 | ±127 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 509 | ±135 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 455 | ±127 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 54 | ±50 |
| Median Home Value | $159,100 | ±$56,033 |
| Median Gross Rent | Suppressed | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $83,649 | ±$19,766 |
| Per Capita Income | $35,583 | ±$8,720 |
| Poverty Rate | 6.9% | ±5.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 73 | ±61 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.1% | ±4.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 498 | ±201 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 90.8% | ±14.6% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 22,289 (2024)
ID: 204581
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: ASSISTANT TO THE GRANTS ADMINISTRATOR
8056 HWY 23 STE 200, BELLE CHASSE LA 70037-2710
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | New Orleans, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Marrero, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Chalmette, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Terrytown, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | New Orleans, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Belle Chasse, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 02-04 | Belle Chasse, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Belle Chasse, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Belle Chasse, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-01 | Belle Chasse, LA |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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University of Holy Cross
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College | 12.6 mi away | 4123 Woodland Drive, New Orleans, LA, 70131-7399 |
5043947744
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PLAQUEMINES PARISH LIBRARY
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Library | 8.7 mi away | 8442 HWY. 23, BELLE CHASSE, LA, 70037 |
(504) 934-6767
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My Le's Beauty College
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College Vocational | 12.9 mi away | 601 Terry Parkway Ste. A, Gretna, LA, 70056 |
5043623150
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HISTORIC COURTHOUSE BRANCH
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Library | 9.5 mi away | 1201 BAYOU RD., ST. BERNARD, LA, 70085 |
(504) 304-4788
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Nunez Community College
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College | 14.9 mi away | 3710 Paris Rd, Chalmette, LA, 70043 |
5042786467
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JANE O`BRIEN CHATELAIN WEST BANK REGIONAL
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Library | 11.8 mi away | 2751 MANHATTAN BOULEVARD, HARVEY, LA, 70058 |
(504) 364-2660
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Stevensons Academy of Hair Design
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College Vocational | 16.4 mi away | 401 Opelousas Avenue, New Orleans, LA, 70114 |
5043686377
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LAFITTE BRANCH
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Library | 12.1 mi away | 4917 CITY PARK DRIVE, SUITE B, LAFITTE, LA, 70067 |
(504) 689-5097
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New Orleans Culinary and Hospitality Institute
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College Vocational | 16.8 mi away | 725 Howard Avenue, New Orleans, LA, 70130-3919 |
5048914060
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TERRYTOWN BRANCH
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Library | 13.2 mi away | 680 HERITAGE AVENUE, TERRYTOWN, LA, 70056 |
(504) 364-2717
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at NEW ORLEANS ALVIN CALLENDER FL, LA US, located 7.7 miles from ZCTA5 70040. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 62.4° | 43.0° | 52.7° | 5.07" | — |
| February | 66.3° | 46.2° | 56.2° | 3.93" | — |
| March | 71.4° | 51.8° | 61.6° | 4.60" | — |
| April | 77.3° | 57.6° | 67.5° | 5.18" | — |
| May | 83.8° | 65.3° | 74.5° | 5.36" | — |
| June | 88.5° | 71.2° | 79.8° | 6.86" | — |
| July | 89.9° | 72.5° | 81.2° | 8.05" | — |
| August | 89.9° | 73.3° | 81.6° | 6.08" | — |
| September | 86.8° | 70.3° | 78.5° | 6.75" | — |
| October | 79.8° | 60.4° | 70.1° | 3.60" | — |
| November | 70.6° | 49.4° | 60.0° | 3.86" | — |
| December | 64.1° | 44.9° | 54.5° | 4.46" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delacroix CDP | CDP | 8.1 mi | — |
| Poydras CDP | CDP | 8.5 mi | — |
| New Orleans Station CDP | CDP | 8.6 mi | — |
| Belle Chasse CDP | CDP | 9.5 mi | — |
| Lafitte CDP | CDP | 10.6 mi | — |
| Jean Lafitte town | Town | 10.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 70040. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.