ZIP Code 70397, Louisiana
ZIP Code 70397 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 70397 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Terrebonne Parish, Louisiana. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 971. The land area covers 70.77 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 971 | ±497 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 59 yrs | ±3.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 338 | ±164 | 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 | 619 | ±164 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 338 | ±164 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 281 | ±149 |
| Median Home Value | $171,400 | ±$59,890 |
| Median Gross Rent | Suppressed | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $115,455 | ±$80,527 |
| Per Capita Income | $35,623 | ±$7,808 |
| Poverty Rate | 3.7% | ±5.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 36 | ±58 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±3.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 363 | ±184 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 100% | ±0% |
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 | PK-04 | Houma, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Bourg, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Houma, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Houma, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Houma, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Houma, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | Houma, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Bourg, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Houma, LA | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | Houma, 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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Williams Technical College
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College Vocational | 15.4 mi away | 1340 West Tunnel Boulevard Suite 110, Houma, LA, 70360-2816 |
9852624685
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DULAC BRANCH
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Library | 8.2 mi away | 200 BADOU DR., DULAC, LA, 70353 |
(985) 563-2014
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Omega Institute of Cosmetology
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College Vocational | 15.5 mi away | 229 B South Hollywood Rd, Houma, LA, 70360-2716 |
9858769334
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BAYOU DULARGE BRANCH
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Library | 9.0 mi away | 837 BAYOU DULARGE ROAD, HOUMA, LA, 70363 |
(985) 851-1752
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LaSalle Tech
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College Vocational | 15.7 mi away | 1227 Grand Caillou Road, Houma, LA, 70363 |
98587389781457
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CHAUVIN BRANCH
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Library | 14.7 mi away | 5500 HIGHWAY 56, CHAUVIN, LA, 70344 |
(985) 594-9771
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Unitech Training Academy-Houma
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College Vocational | 17.5 mi away | 6007 West Park Avenue, Houma, LA, 70364 |
3379884042
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TERREBONNE PARISH LIBRARY
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Library | 14.8 mi away | 151 LIBRARY DRIVE, HOUMA, LA, 70360 |
(985) 876-5861
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Fletcher Technical Community College
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College | 20.9 mi away | 1407 Highway 311, Schriever, LA, 70395 |
9854487900
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EAST HOUMA BRANCH
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Library | 15.8 mi away | 778 GRAND CAILLOU ROAD, HOUMA, LA, 70363 |
(985) 876-7072
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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 HOUMA, LA US, located 17.5 miles from ZCTA5 70397. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63.9° | 43.5° | 53.7° | 5.57" | 0.0" |
| February | 67.2° | 47.8° | 57.5° | 4.44" | 0.0" |
| March | 72.9° | 54.3° | 63.6° | 4.48" | 0.0" |
| April | 78.3° | 59.6° | 68.9° | 3.99" | 0.0" |
| May | 85.2° | 67.3° | 76.2° | 4.38" | 0.0" |
| June | 89.9° | 72.6° | 81.2° | 8.40" | 0.0" |
| July | 91.3° | 74.1° | 82.7° | 9.06" | 0.0" |
| August | 91.4° | 74.5° | 82.9° | 6.50" | 0.0" |
| September | 88.6° | 70.8° | 79.7° | 5.77" | 0.0" |
| October | 81.5° | 60.9° | 71.2° | 4.31" | 0.0" |
| November | 72.3° | 51.6° | 61.9° | 4.35" | 0.0" |
| December | 66.4° | 45.6° | 56.0° | 4.17" | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dulac CDP | CDP | 8.3 mi | — |
| Chauvin CDP | CDP | 14.8 mi | — |
| Houma city | City | 15.1 mi | — |
| Presquille CDP | CDP | 16.5 mi | — |
| Montegut CDP | CDP | 16.8 mi | — |
| Bayou Cane CDP | CDP | 17.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 70397. • 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.