ZIP Code 70127, Louisiana
ZIP Code 70127 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 70127 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Orleans Parish, Louisiana. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 23,107. The land area covers 5.47 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 23,107 | ±1,673 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 37.7 yrs | ±2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 9,172 | ±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 | 10,455 | ±450 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 9,172 | ±442 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,283 | ±243 |
| Median Home Value | $204,700 | ±$13,778 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,137 | ±$68 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $40,765 | ±$2,957 |
| Per Capita Income | $22,791 | ±$1,689 |
| Poverty Rate | 26.9% | ±4.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 6,195 | ±1,182 |
| Unemployment Rate | 10.9% | ±3.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 8,446 | ±950 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 75.6% | ±4.1% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | New Orleans, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Metairie, 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 | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Terrytown, 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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Southern University at New Orleans
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College | 4.2 mi away | 6400 Press Drive, New Orleans, LA, 70126 |
5042865000
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EAST NEW ORLEANS BRANCH
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Library | 0.3 mi away | 5641 READ BLVD, NEW ORLEANS, LA, 70127 |
(504) 596-0200
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New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary
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College | 4.5 mi away | 3939 Gentilly Blvd, New Orleans, LA, 70126 |
5042824455
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MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. BRANCH
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Library | 4.9 mi away | 1611 FATS DOMINO AVE., NEW ORLEANS, LA, 70117 |
(504) 596-2695
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Nunez Community College
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College | 5.2 mi away | 3710 Paris Rd, Chalmette, LA, 70043 |
5042786467
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NORMAN MAYER BRANCH
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Library | 5.6 mi away | 3001 GENTILLY BLVD, NEW ORLEANS, LA, 70122 |
(504) 596-3100
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University of New Orleans
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College | 5.6 mi away | 2000 Lakeshore Drive, New Orleans, LA, 70148 |
8885144275
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ALVAR BRANCH
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Library | 5.8 mi away | 913 ALVAR STREET, NEW ORLEANS, LA, 70117 |
(504) 596-2667
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Park Place Premier Barber School
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College Vocational | 5.6 mi away | 3024 Gentilly Boulevard, New Orleans, LA, 70122-3808 |
5048720686
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ST. BERNARD PARISH LIBRARY
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Library | 6.3 mi away | 2600 PALMISANO BLVD., CHALMETTE, LA, 70043 |
(504) 279-0448
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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 LAKEFRONT AP, LA US, located 3.6 miles from ZCTA5 70127. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 61.0° | 46.9° | 54.0° | 5.26" | 0.0" |
| February | 65.3° | 50.8° | 58.1° | 4.08" | 0.0" |
| March | 71.4° | 56.8° | 64.1° | 4.63" | 0.0" |
| April | 77.7° | 63.4° | 70.6° | 5.87" | 0.0" |
| May | 84.6° | 70.9° | 77.7° | 4.94" | 0.0" |
| June | 89.3° | 76.4° | 82.9° | 6.04" | 0.0" |
| July | 90.6° | 78.2° | 84.4° | 6.29" | 0.0" |
| August | 90.8° | 78.6° | 84.7° | 6.46" | 0.0" |
| September | 87.2° | 75.6° | 81.4° | 4.64" | 0.0" |
| October | 79.2° | 66.6° | 72.9° | 3.64" | 0.0" |
| November | 69.8° | 56.3° | 63.1° | 3.64" | 0.0" |
| December | 63.4° | 49.5° | 56.4° | 4.63" | 0.1" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans city | City | 2.9 mi | — |
| Arabi CDP | CDP | 5.4 mi | — |
| Chalmette CDP | CDP | 5.9 mi | — |
| Meraux CDP | CDP | 7.7 mi | — |
| Terrytown CDP | CDP | 9.3 mi | — |
| Gretna city | City | 9.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 70127. • 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.