ZIP Code 70123, Louisiana
ZIP Code 70123 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 70123 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Jefferson Parish, Louisiana. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 27,386. The land area covers 7.58 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 27,386 | ±1,297 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 43.3 yrs | ±2.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 13,635 | ±694 | 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 | 14,624 | ±664 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 13,635 | ±694 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 989 | ±292 |
| Median Home Value | $348,100 | ±$15,565 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,390 | ±$70 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $83,585 | ±$7,709 |
| Per Capita Income | $52,511 | ±$2,897 |
| Poverty Rate | 8.7% | ±2.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 2,367 | ±598 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4% | ±1.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 15,144 | ±872 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 92.5% | ±2.3% |
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: 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 | 09-12 | New Orleans, 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 |
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 | 1.3 mi away | 5401 Jefferson Hwy, Suite D, New Orleans, LA, 70123-0000 |
3379884042
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RIVER RIDGE LIBRARY
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Library | 0.6 mi away | 8825 JEFFERSON HWY, RIVER RIDGE, LA, 70123 |
(504) 736-6455
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Chamberlain University-Louisiana
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College | 3.3 mi away | 400 Labarre Road, Jefferson, LA, 70121 |
5045657995
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HARAHAN BRANCH
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Library | 1.0 mi away | 219 SONIAT AVENUE, HARAHAN, LA, 70123 |
(504) 736-8745
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Healthcare Training Institute
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College | 4.1 mi away | 2500 Williams Boulevard, Kenner, LA, 70062-7630 |
50446721551012
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LIVE OAK BRANCH
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Library | 1.9 mi away | 125 ACADIA DRIVE, WAGGAMAN, LA, 70094 |
(504) 736-8475
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Blue Cliff College-Metairie
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College Vocational | 4.1 mi away | 3200 Cleary Ave, Metairie, LA, 70002-5714 |
50445631412225
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ROSEDALE BRANCH
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Library | 2.4 mi away | 4036 JEFFERSON HIGHWAY, OLD JEFFERSON, LA, 70121 |
(504) 838-4350
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John Jay Beauty College
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College Vocational | 4.3 mi away | 2844 Tennessee Ave, Kenner, LA, 70062 |
5044672774105
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JEFFERSON PARISH LIBRARY
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Library | 3.3 mi away | 4747 WEST NAPOLEON AVENUE, METAIRIE, LA, 70001 |
(504) 838-1100
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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 4.0 miles from ZCTA5 70123. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harahan city | City | 0.9 mi | — |
| Elmwood CDP | CDP | 1.1 mi | — |
| River Ridge CDP | CDP | 1.2 mi | — |
| Waggaman CDP | CDP | 1.8 mi | — |
| Bridge City CDP | CDP | 3.0 mi | — |
| Jefferson CDP | CDP | 3.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 70123. • 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.