ZIP Code 70517, Louisiana
ZIP Code 70517 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 70517 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Lafayette Parish / St. Martin Parish, Louisiana. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 26,024. The land area covers 168.62 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 26,024 | ±1,460 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 38.3 yrs | ±1.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 9,586 | ±488 | 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 | 11,779 | ±439 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 9,586 | ±488 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,193 | ±359 |
| Median Home Value | $162,100 | ±$9,060 |
| Median Gross Rent | $978 | ±$103 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $60,778 | ±$5,422 |
| Per Capita Income | $30,139 | ±$1,954 |
| Poverty Rate | 16.3% | ±2.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 4,199 | ±637 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.2% | ±1.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 11,492 | ±776 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 84.9% | ±2.4% |
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 | 06-08 | Lafayette, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | Youngsville, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Lafayette, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Arnaudville, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Arnaudville, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | Breaux Bridge, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Breaux Bridge, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Breaux Bridge, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Breaux Bridge, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Broussard, 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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Infinity College
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College | 13.0 mi away | 2600 Louisiana Avenue, Lafayette, LA, 70501-8833 |
3372619009
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CECILIA BRANCH
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Library | 4.9 mi away | 2460 CECILIA SENIOR H.S. HWY, CECILIA, LA, 70521 |
(337) 667-7411
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University of Louisiana at Lafayette
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College | 15.0 mi away | 104 University Circle, Lafayette, LA, 70503 |
3774821000
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PARKS BRANCH
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Library | 6.0 mi away | 1012 MARTIN STREET, PARKS, LA, 70582 |
(337) 342-2690
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Blue Cliff College-Lafayette
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College Vocational | 15.2 mi away | 120 James Comeaux Rd., Lafayette, LA, 70508 |
3372690620
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BREAUX BRIDGE BRANCH
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Library | 6.9 mi away | 205 NORTH MAIN STREET, BREAUX BRIDGE, LA, 70517 |
(337) 332-2733
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Academy of Interactive Entertainment
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College | 16.1 mi away | 537 Cajundome Boulevard #211, Lafayette, LA, 70506-4293 |
3372056604
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ST. MARTIN PARISH LIBRARY
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Library | 11.4 mi away | 201 PORTER STREET, ST. MARTINVILLE, LA, 70582 |
(337) 394-2207
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Aveda Arts & Sciences Institute-Lafayette
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College Vocational | 16.4 mi away | 2922 Johnston St, Lafayette, LA, 70503-3246 |
9854157569
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CHENIER CENTER BRANCH
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Library | 14.1 mi away | 220 WEST WILLOW STREET SUITE B, LAFAYETTE, LA, 70501 |
(337) 291-2941
|
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 RGNL AP, LA US, located 13.4 miles from ZCTA5 70517. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 62.2° | 43.5° | 52.8° | 5.92" | — |
| February | 66.1° | 47.4° | 56.8° | 4.07" | — |
| March | 72.6° | 53.3° | 62.9° | 3.72" | — |
| April | 79.0° | 59.3° | 69.2° | 4.91" | — |
| May | 85.9° | 67.2° | 76.5° | 5.44" | — |
| June | 90.2° | 73.1° | 81.6° | 7.09" | — |
| July | 91.5° | 75.1° | 83.3° | 6.27" | — |
| August | 92.3° | 74.7° | 83.5° | 6.26" | — |
| September | 89.0° | 70.4° | 79.7° | 5.02" | — |
| October | 81.3° | 60.1° | 70.7° | 4.76" | — |
| November | 71.5° | 50.2° | 60.8° | 4.39" | — |
| December | 64.4° | 45.3° | 54.9° | 4.96" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Henderson town | Town | 2.1 mi | — |
| Cecilia CDP | CDP | 4.8 mi | — |
| Parks village | Village | 5.6 mi | — |
| Catahoula CDP | CDP | 6.7 mi | — |
| Breaux Bridge city | City | 7.0 mi | — |
| Arnaudville town | Town | 11.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 70517. • 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.