ZIP Code 70342, Louisiana
ZIP Code 70342 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 70342 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in St. Mary Parish, Louisiana. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 4,607. The land area covers 7.46 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,607 | ±21 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 34.8 yrs | ±5.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,712 | ±191 | 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 | 1,958 | ±206 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,712 | ±191 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 246 | ±144 |
| Median Home Value | $212,400 | ±$19,797 |
| Median Gross Rent | $493 | ±$304 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $51,580 | ±$13,786 |
| Per Capita Income | $29,060 | ±$4,824 |
| Poverty Rate | 18.6% | ±8.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 852 | ±380 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.2% | ±4.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 2,004 | ±289 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 86.4% | ±5.5% |
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: 46,799 (2024)
ID: 166016
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER
500 MAIN ST, 5TH FLOOR COURTHOUSE, FRANKLIN LA 70538-6157
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Morgan City, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Morgan City, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Berwick, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Berwick, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Berwick, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | Centerville, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Patterson, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Amelia, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Morgan City, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Morgan City, LA |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 1 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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BERWICK BRANCH
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Library | 1.1 mi away | 3512 FIFTH STREET, BERWICK, LA, 70342 |
(985) 385-2943
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BAYOU VISTA BRANCH
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Library | 1.4 mi away | 1325 BELLEVIEW DRIVE, MORGAN CITY, LA, 70380 |
(985) 399-9866
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MORGAN CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.8 mi away | 220 EVERETT STREET, MORGAN CITY, LA, 70380 |
(985) 380-4646
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PATTERSON BRANCH
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Library | 4.3 mi away | 521 CATHERINE STREET, PATTERSON, LA, 70392 |
(985) 395-2777
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AMELIA BRANCH
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Library | 8.4 mi away | 625 LAKE PALOURDE ROAD, AMELIA, LA, 70340 |
(985) 631-2262
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BAYOU L`OURSE BRANCH
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Library | 10.6 mi away | 1214 B HIGHWAY 662, MORGAN CITY, LA, 70381 |
(985) 631-3200
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CENTERVILLE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 12.5 mi away | 9340 HWY 182, CENTERVILLE, LA, 70522 |
(337) 836-1717
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GIBSON BRANCH
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Library | 14.8 mi away | 6400 BAYOU BLACK DRIVE, GIBSON, LA, 70356 |
(985) 575-2639
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ST. MARY PARISH LIBRARY
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Library | 17.4 mi away | 206 IBERIA STREET, FRANKLIN, LA, 70538 |
(337) 828-1624
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LABADIEVILLE BRANCH
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Library | 19.2 mi away | 105 CHERRY STREET, LABADIEVILLE, LA, 70372 |
(985) 526-7055
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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 MORGAN CITY, LA US, located 3.8 miles from ZCTA5 70342. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63.0° | 45.4° | 54.2° | 4.99" | 0.0" |
| February | 66.5° | 48.9° | 57.7° | 3.27" | 0.0" |
| March | 71.8° | 54.6° | 63.2° | 3.86" | 0.0" |
| April | 78.0° | 61.0° | 69.5° | 4.02" | 0.0" |
| May | 84.1° | 68.7° | 76.4° | 4.55" | 0.0" |
| June | 88.9° | 74.6° | 81.7° | 7.02" | 0.0" |
| July | 90.5° | 76.3° | 83.4° | 6.23" | 0.0" |
| August | 90.4° | 76.2° | 83.3° | 7.27" | 0.0" |
| September | 87.9° | 73.0° | 80.5° | 5.40" | 0.0" |
| October | 81.1° | 63.7° | 72.4° | 4.03" | 0.0" |
| November | 72.0° | 53.0° | 62.5° | 3.91" | 0.0" |
| December | 65.6° | 47.7° | 56.6° | 3.96" | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Berwick town | Town | 0.5 mi | — |
| Bayou Vista CDP | CDP | 1.7 mi | — |
| Morgan City city | City | 3.0 mi | — |
| Patterson city | City | 4.3 mi | — |
| Siracusaville CDP | CDP | 5.2 mi | — |
| Amelia CDP | CDP | 7.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 70342. • 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.