ZIP Code 70049, Louisiana
ZIP Code 70049 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 70049 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in St. John the Baptist Parish, Louisiana. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,482. The land area covers 16.35 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,482 | ±389 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 56.5 yrs | ±7.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 616 | ±143 | 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 | 876 | ±139 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 616 | ±143 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 260 | ±103 |
| Median Home Value | $182,900 | ±$137,093 |
| 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 | $68,953 | ±$8,480 |
| Per Capita Income | $35,879 | ±$7,170 |
| Poverty Rate | 11.2% | ±10.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 166 | ±159 |
| Unemployment Rate | 10.3% | ±13.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 558 | ±194 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 90.4% | ±13.3% |
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: 39,694 (2024)
ID: 166014
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: FINANCE MANAGE
1801 W AIRLINE HWY, LA PLACE LA 70068-3345
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Des Allemands, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Thibodaux, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Thibodaux, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Destrehan, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Reserve, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | LaPlace, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Laplace, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | Destrehan, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Reserve, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Garyville, 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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Healthcare Training Institute
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College | 19.4 mi away | 2500 Williams Boulevard, Kenner, LA, 70062-7630 |
50446721551012
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LEROY D. WILLIAMS MEMORIAL BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 1.7 mi away | 1482 LA HIGHWAY 44, RESERVE, LA, 70084 |
(985) 536-4107
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John Jay Beauty College
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College Vocational | 19.9 mi away | 2844 Tennessee Ave, Kenner, LA, 70062 |
5044672774105
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ROLAND BORNE, SR. (WEST) BRANCH
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Library | 1.7 mi away | 2979 HIGHWAY 18, EDGARD, LA, 70049 |
(985) 497-3453
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Nicholls State University
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College | 21.7 mi away | University Station La Hwy 1, Thibodaux, LA, 70310 |
8776424655
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FRAZEE-HARRIS (GARYVILLE) BRANCH
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Library | 3.9 mi away | 111 HISTORIC FRONT STREET, GARYVILLE, LA, 70051 |
(985) 535-6868
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Unitech Training Academy-New Orleans
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College Vocational | 23.4 mi away | 5401 Jefferson Hwy, Suite D, New Orleans, LA, 70123-0000 |
3379884042
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ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST PARISH LIBRARY
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Library | 6.1 mi away | 2920 HIGHWAY 51, LAPLACE, LA, 70068 |
(985) 652-6857
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Blue Cliff College-Metairie
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College Vocational | 23.4 mi away | 3200 Cleary Ave, Metairie, LA, 70002-5714 |
50445631412225
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ST. JAMES PARISH LIBRARY
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Library | 7.9 mi away | 1879 WEST MAIN STREET, LUTCHER, LA, 70071 |
(225) 869-3618
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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 RESERVE, LA US, located 2.1 miles from ZCTA5 70049. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 62.3° | 42.9° | 52.6° | 5.89" | 0.0" |
| February | 66.7° | 46.6° | 56.7° | 4.44" | 0.0" |
| March | 72.4° | 52.1° | 62.2° | 4.90" | 0.0" |
| April | 78.8° | 58.3° | 68.5° | 5.54" | 0.0" |
| May | 84.9° | 66.2° | 75.5° | 5.85" | 0.0" |
| June | 89.3° | 72.6° | 80.9° | 8.62" | 0.0" |
| July | 91.6° | 74.7° | 83.2° | 7.08" | 0.0" |
| August | 91.6° | 74.7° | 83.2° | 5.74" | 0.0" |
| September | 88.3° | 71.0° | 79.7° | 5.75" | 0.0" |
| October | 81.1° | 60.8° | 71.0° | 4.14" | 0.0" |
| November | 71.2° | 50.6° | 60.9° | 4.28" | 0.0" |
| December | 64.7° | 45.5° | 55.1° | 4.98" | 0.0" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edgard CDP | CDP | 1.1 mi | — |
| Reserve CDP | CDP | 3.0 mi | — |
| Garyville CDP | CDP | 4.9 mi | — |
| Killona CDP | CDP | 5.2 mi | — |
| Wallace CDP | CDP | 5.7 mi | — |
| Laplace CDP | CDP | 5.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 70049. • 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.