ZIP Code 70085, Louisiana
ZIP Code 70085 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 70085 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 4,736. The land area covers 65.99 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,736 | ±751 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 36.5 yrs | ±4.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,620 | ±237 | 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 | 2,183 | ±255 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,620 | ±237 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 563 | ±142 |
| Median Home Value | $156,600 | ±$22,362 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,043 | ±$205 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $55,167 | ±$9,678 |
| Per Capita Income | $26,903 | ±$3,848 |
| Poverty Rate | 23% | ±6.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,089 | ±353 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.5% | ±4.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,415 | ±271 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 92.2% | ±4.6% |
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 | 06-08 | Chalmette, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Arabi, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Chalmette, 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 | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | Chalmette, 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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Nunez Community College
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College | 15.9 mi away | 3710 Paris Rd, Chalmette, LA, 70043 |
5042786467
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HISTORIC COURTHOUSE BRANCH
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Library | 7.7 mi away | 1201 BAYOU RD., ST. BERNARD, LA, 70085 |
(504) 304-4788
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University of Holy Cross
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College | 15.9 mi away | 4123 Woodland Drive, New Orleans, LA, 70131-7399 |
5043947744
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PLAQUEMINES PARISH LIBRARY
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Library | 13.9 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 | 17.5 mi away | 601 Terry Parkway Ste. A, Gretna, LA, 70056 |
5043623150
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ST. BERNARD PARISH LIBRARY
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Library | 14.9 mi away | 2600 PALMISANO BLVD., CHALMETTE, LA, 70043 |
(504) 279-0448
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Stevensons Academy of Hair Design
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College Vocational | 20.1 mi away | 401 Opelousas Avenue, New Orleans, LA, 70114 |
5043686377
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ALGIERS REGIONAL BRANCH
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Library | 17.3 mi away | 3014 HOLIDAY DRIVE, NEW ORLEANS, LA, 70131 |
(504) 596-2641
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NationsUniversity
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College | 21.1 mi away | 650 Poydras St, Ste 1400, PMB 133, New Orleans, LA, 70130 |
5045264745
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JANE O`BRIEN CHATELAIN WEST BANK REGIONAL
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Library | 17.8 mi away | 2751 MANHATTAN BOULEVARD, HARVEY, LA, 70058 |
(504) 364-2660
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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 15.2 miles from ZCTA5 70085. 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 | 3.0 mi | — |
| Poydras CDP | CDP | 8.5 mi | — |
| Violet CDP | CDP | 10.3 mi | — |
| Meraux CDP | CDP | 12.9 mi | — |
| Belle Chasse CDP | CDP | 14.9 mi | — |
| Pointe a la Hache CDP | CDP | 15.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 70085. • 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.