ZIP Code 70072, Louisiana
ZIP Code 70072 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 70072 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Jefferson Parish, Louisiana. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 55,693. The land area covers 51.84 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 55,693 | ±2,690 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 40.6 yrs | ±2.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 21,033 | ±908 | 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 | 22,840 | ±819 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 21,033 | ±908 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,807 | ±402 |
| Median Home Value | $193,600 | ±$10,737 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,138 | ±$164 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $54,885 | ±$4,627 |
| Per Capita Income | $28,785 | ±$1,464 |
| Poverty Rate | 19.7% | ±2.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 10,891 | ±1,444 |
| Unemployment Rate | 7.8% | ±1.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 24,657 | ±1,887 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 85.2% | ±2.5% |
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: 427,253 (2024)
ID: 166004
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: PARISH PRESIDENT
200 DERBIGNY ST, STE 6100, GRETNA LA 70053-7802
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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-08 | New Orleans, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Marrero, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Chalmette, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Arabi, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Chalmette, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | 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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Loyola University New Orleans
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College | 8.8 mi away | 6363 Saint Charles Ave, New Orleans, LA, 70118-6143 |
5048652011
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LAFITTE BRANCH
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Library | 5.1 mi away | 4917 CITY PARK DRIVE, SUITE B, LAFITTE, LA, 70067 |
(504) 689-5097
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Bridges Christian College
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College | 9.0 mi away | 2524 Napoleon Avenue, New Orleans, LA, 70115-6305 |
8557027434
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DORIS HOOPER PITTS BELLE TERRE BRANCH
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Library | 5.1 mi away | 5550 BELLE TERRE ROAD, MARRERO, LA, 70072 |
(504) 349-5910
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Tulane University of Louisiana
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College | 9.1 mi away | 6823 St. Charles Avenue, New Orleans, LA, 70118-5698 |
5048655000
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EDITH S. LAWSON LIBRARY IN WESTWEGO
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Library | 6.8 mi away | 635 FOURTH STREET, WESTWEGO, LA, 70094 |
(504) 349-5912
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My Le's Beauty College
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College Vocational | 9.1 mi away | 601 Terry Parkway Ste. A, Gretna, LA, 70056 |
5043623150
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JANE O`BRIEN CHATELAIN WEST BANK REGIONAL
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Library | 6.9 mi away | 2751 MANHATTAN BOULEVARD, HARVEY, LA, 70058 |
(504) 364-2660
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Unitech Training Academy-New Orleans
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College Vocational | 10.0 mi away | 5401 Jefferson Hwy, Suite D, New Orleans, LA, 70123-0000 |
3379884042
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CHILDREN`S RESOURCE CENTER
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Library | 8.1 mi away | 913 NAPOLEON AVENUE, NEW ORLEANS, LA, 70115 |
(504) 596-2628
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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 MARRERO 9 SSW, LA US, located 2.1 miles from ZCTA5 70072. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 61.9° | 43.0° | 52.5° | 5.32" | — |
| February | 65.8° | 47.0° | 56.4° | 4.24" | — |
| March | 72.2° | 52.6° | 62.4° | 5.22" | — |
| April | 77.5° | 58.4° | 67.9° | 5.25" | — |
| May | 84.1° | 65.7° | 74.9° | 5.48" | — |
| June | 88.5° | 71.7° | 80.1° | 7.18" | — |
| July | 89.9° | 73.8° | 81.8° | 7.53" | — |
| August | 89.7° | 73.6° | 81.6° | 6.87" | — |
| September | 86.5° | 70.2° | 78.3° | 6.34" | — |
| October | 79.0° | 60.5° | 69.8° | 3.79" | — |
| November | 70.0° | 50.8° | 60.4° | 3.80" | — |
| December | 63.8° | 45.5° | 54.7° | 5.09" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Estelle CDP | CDP | 3.5 mi | — |
| Woodmere CDP | CDP | 4.2 mi | — |
| Jean Lafitte town | Town | 4.4 mi | — |
| Marrero CDP | CDP | 5.5 mi | — |
| Westwego city | City | 6.6 mi | — |
| Barataria CDP | CDP | 6.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 70072. • 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.