ZIP Code 70070, Louisiana
ZIP Code 70070 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 70070 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in St. Charles Parish, Louisiana. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 13,960. The land area covers 91.39 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 13,960 | ±1,065 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 39.9 yrs | ±1.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 5,297 | ±442 | 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 | 5,559 | ±411 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 5,297 | ±442 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 262 | ±164 |
| Median Home Value | $273,800 | ±$21,101 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,625 | ±$149 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $76,539 | ±$13,637 |
| Per Capita Income | $37,118 | ±$3,325 |
| Poverty Rate | 13.6% | ±5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,889 | ±710 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.6% | ±2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 6,670 | ±742 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 94.1% | ±3.2% |
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: 50,400 (2024)
ID: 166013
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: C A O
PO BOX 302, HAHNVILLE LA 70057-0302
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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 | Kenner, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Metairie, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | St. Rose, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Metairie, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Des Allemands, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Marrero, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | New Orleans, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | New Orleans, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | New Orleans, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | New Orleans, 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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Unitech Training Academy-New Orleans
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College Vocational | 11.2 mi away | 5401 Jefferson Hwy, Suite D, New Orleans, LA, 70123-0000 |
3379884042
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WEST REGIONAL LIBRARY
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Library | 6.1 mi away | 105 LAKEWOOD DRIVE, LULING, LA, 70070 |
(985) 785-8471
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Healthcare Training Institute
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College | 12.6 mi away | 2500 Williams Boulevard, Kenner, LA, 70062-7630 |
50446721551012
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PARADIS BRANCH
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Library | 8.3 mi away | 307 AUDUBON STREET, PARADIS, LA, 70080 |
(985) 758-1868
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Chamberlain University-Louisiana
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College | 13.2 mi away | 400 Labarre Road, Jefferson, LA, 70121 |
5045657995
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ST. CHARLES PARISH LIBRARY
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Library | 8.7 mi away | 160 W. CAMPUS DRIVE, DESTREHAN, LA, 70047 |
(985) 764-9643
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John Jay Beauty College
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College Vocational | 13.2 mi away | 2844 Tennessee Ave, Kenner, LA, 70062 |
5044672774105
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ST. CHARLES PARISH LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 8.7 mi away | 160 W. CAMPUS DRIVE, DESTREHAN, LA, 70047 |
(985) 764-9643
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Loyola University New Orleans
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College | 13.6 mi away | 6363 Saint Charles Ave, New Orleans, LA, 70118-6143 |
5048652011
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ST. ROSE BRANCH
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Library | 9.0 mi away | 90 EAST CLUB DRIVE, ST. ROSE, LA, 70087 |
(504) 465-0646
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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 INTL AP, LA US, located 11.8 miles from ZCTA5 70070. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 62.5° | 46.1° | 54.3° | 5.18" | 0.0" |
| February | 66.4° | 49.7° | 58.0° | 4.13" | 0.0" |
| March | 72.3° | 55.3° | 63.8° | 4.36" | 0.0" |
| April | 78.5° | 61.7° | 70.1° | 5.22" | 0.0" |
| May | 85.3° | 69.0° | 77.1° | 5.64" | 0.0" |
| June | 90.0° | 74.7° | 82.4° | 7.62" | 0.0" |
| July | 91.4° | 76.5° | 83.9° | 6.79" | 0.0" |
| August | 91.3° | 76.6° | 84.0° | 6.91" | 0.0" |
| September | 88.1° | 73.5° | 80.8° | 5.11" | 0.0" |
| October | 80.6° | 64.3° | 72.5° | 3.70" | 0.0" |
| November | 71.2° | 53.7° | 62.4° | 3.87" | 0.0" |
| December | 64.8° | 48.4° | 56.6° | 4.82" | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Luling CDP | CDP | 5.4 mi | — |
| Boutte CDP | CDP | 6.1 mi | — |
| Bayou Gauche CDP | CDP | 6.9 mi | — |
| Ama CDP | CDP | 7.9 mi | — |
| Paradis CDP | CDP | 8.2 mi | — |
| Avondale CDP | CDP | 8.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 70070. • 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.