ZIP Code 70345, Louisiana
ZIP Code 70345 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 70345 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Lafourche Parish, Louisiana. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 8,344. The land area covers 128.77 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,344 | ±928 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 41.3 yrs | ±2.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 3,343 | ±344 | 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 | 3,664 | ±349 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 3,343 | ±344 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 321 | ±131 |
| Median Home Value | $164,500 | ±$24,300 |
| Median Gross Rent | $802 | ±$123 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $62,216 | ±$13,584 |
| Per Capita Income | $31,998 | ±$2,790 |
| Poverty Rate | 17.9% | ±4.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,482 | ±406 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.1% | ±1.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 3,494 | ±530 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 83.5% | ±5.8% |
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: 95,342 (2024)
ID: 166006
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: PARISH PRESIDENT
PO BOX 5548, THIBODAUX LA 70302-5548
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Cut Off, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Galliano, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Golden Meadow, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Golden Meadow, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | Golden Meadow, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Larose, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Larose, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Cutoff, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Larose, LA | |
| 2 Nearby | 2-13 | LAROSE, LA |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 8 civic institutions across 1 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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SOUTH LAFOURCHE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.0 mi away | 16241 EAST MAIN ST., CUT OFF, LA, 70345 |
(985) 632-7140
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LAROSE BRANCH
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Library | 9.7 mi away | 305 EAST FIFTH STREET, LAROSE, LA, 70373 |
(985) 693-3336
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LAFITTE BRANCH
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Library | 17.6 mi away | 4917 CITY PARK DRIVE, SUITE B, LAFITTE, LA, 70067 |
(504) 689-5097
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GHEENS BRANCH
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Library | 20.6 mi away | 153 N. LEON DRIVE, GHEENS, LA, 70355 |
(985) 532-2288
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LOCKPORT BRANCH
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Library | 20.6 mi away | 720 CRESCENT AVENUE, LOCKPORT, LA, 70374 |
(985) 532-3158
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CHAUVIN BRANCH
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Library | 21.9 mi away | 5500 HIGHWAY 56, CHAUVIN, LA, 70344 |
(985) 594-9771
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BOURG BRANCH
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Library | 22.2 mi away | 4405 ST. ANDREW STREET, BOURG, LA, 70343 |
(985) 594-4717
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GRAND ISLE BRANCH
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Library | 23.6 mi away | 143 LUDWIG LANE, GRAND ISLE, LA, 70358 |
(985) 787-3450
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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 GALLIANO, LA US, located 5.0 miles from ZCTA5 70345. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 62.9° | 44.8° | 53.9° | 5.58" | 0.0" |
| February | 66.1° | 48.4° | 57.3° | 4.16" | 0.0" |
| March | 71.4° | 54.6° | 63.0° | 4.66" | 0.0" |
| April | 76.6° | 60.6° | 68.6° | 4.37" | 0.0" |
| May | 82.9° | 68.2° | 75.5° | 5.09" | 0.0" |
| June | 87.7° | 74.0° | 80.8° | 6.87" | 0.0" |
| July | 89.3° | 75.6° | 82.4° | 9.19" | 0.0" |
| August | 89.4° | 75.6° | 82.5° | 7.64" | 0.0" |
| September | 86.4° | 72.3° | 79.4° | 6.62" | 0.0" |
| October | 79.6° | 62.8° | 71.2° | 4.34" | 0.0" |
| November | 71.2° | 52.2° | 61.7° | 3.48" | 0.0" |
| December | 64.9° | 47.4° | 56.2° | 4.68" | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cut Off CDP | CDP | 5.6 mi | — |
| Galliano CDP | CDP | 5.7 mi | — |
| Golden Meadow town | Town | 8.2 mi | — |
| Larose CDP | CDP | 9.4 mi | — |
| Barataria CDP | CDP | 16.2 mi | — |
| Lafitte CDP | CDP | 16.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 70345. • 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.