ZIP Code 70506, Louisiana
ZIP Code 70506 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 70506 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Lafayette Parish, Louisiana. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 42,318. The land area covers 20.76 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 42,318 | ±1,938 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 34 yrs | ±1.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 18,738 | ±964 | 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 | 20,374 | ±892 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 18,738 | ±964 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,636 | ±377 |
| Median Home Value | $218,000 | ±$9,109 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,042 | ±$47 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $57,379 | ±$4,758 |
| Per Capita Income | $33,689 | ±$1,785 |
| Poverty Rate | 17.3% | ±2.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 7,261 | ±1,035 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.8% | ±1.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 21,328 | ±1,222 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 90.2% | ±6.5% |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | Branch, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Abbeville, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Lafayette, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Lafayette, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | Youngsville, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Lafayette, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | New Iberia, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Rayne, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Arnaudville, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Arnaudville, 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-Lafayette
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College Vocational | 1.0 mi away | 3253 Ambassador Caffery, Lafayette, LA, 70506 |
3379884042
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SOUTH REGIONAL LIBRARY
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Library | 2.0 mi away | 6101 JOHNSTON STREET, LAFAYETTE, LA, 70503 |
(337) 981-1028
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Cosmetology Training Center
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College Vocational | 1.1 mi away | 5520 Johnston Street, Suite H2, Lafayette, LA, 70503 |
3372376868
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WEST REGIONAL LIBRARY
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Library | 3.0 mi away | 501 OLD SPANISH TRAIL, SCOTT, LA, 70583 |
(337) 232-9321
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Remington College-Lafayette Campus
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College | 2.4 mi away | 4021-A Ambassador Caffery Parkway, Suite 100A, Lafayette, LA, 70503 |
3379814010
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LAFAYETTE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.2 mi away | 301 W CONGRESS ST, LAFAYETTE, LA, 70501 |
(337) 261-5781
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South Louisiana Community College
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College | 2.4 mi away | 1101 Bertrand Drive, Lafayette, LA, 70506-4109 |
3375219000
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LAFAYETTE PUBLIC LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 4.2 mi away | 301 W CONGRESS ST, LAFAYETTE, LA, 70501 |
(337) 261-5781
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Aveda Arts & Sciences Institute-Lafayette
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College Vocational | 2.4 mi away | 2922 Johnston St, Lafayette, LA, 70503-3246 |
9854157569
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BUTLER MEMORIAL BRANCH
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Library | 4.8 mi away | M L KING CENTER, 309 CORA STREET, LAFAYETTE, LA, 70501 |
(337) 234-0363
|
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 LAFAYETTE, LA US, located 1.9 miles from ZCTA5 70506. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 61.5° | 41.2° | 51.4° | 6.09" | 0.0" |
| February | 65.7° | 44.7° | 55.2° | 4.45" | 0.0" |
| March | 71.9° | 51.1° | 61.5° | 3.76" | 0.0" |
| April | 78.4° | 57.1° | 67.8° | 5.50" | 0.0" |
| May | 85.0° | 65.1° | 75.0° | 4.87" | 0.0" |
| June | 90.0° | 71.5° | 80.8° | 7.02" | 0.0" |
| July | 91.0° | 73.1° | 82.0° | 6.32" | 0.0" |
| August | 91.6° | 72.9° | 82.2° | 6.54" | 0.0" |
| September | 87.8° | 68.5° | 78.1° | 5.21" | 0.0" |
| October | 80.7° | 58.5° | 69.6° | 5.00" | 0.0" |
| November | 70.8° | 48.5° | 59.7° | 4.75" | 0.0" |
| December | 63.8° | 43.0° | 53.4° | 5.23" | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lafayette city | City | 3.2 mi | — |
| Scott city | City | 3.2 mi | — |
| Milton CDP | CDP | 5.7 mi | — |
| Ossun CDP | CDP | 6.2 mi | — |
| Maurice town | Town | 6.8 mi | — |
| Duson town | Town | 7.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 70506. • 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.