ZIP Code 70560, Louisiana
ZIP Code 70560 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 70560 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Iberia Parish / Lafayette Parish / St. Martin Parish / Vermilion Parish, Louisiana. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 36,996. The land area covers 175.84 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 36,996 | ±1,388 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 37.3 yrs | ±1.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 14,192 | ±514 | 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 | 17,097 | ±500 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 14,192 | ±514 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,905 | ±349 |
| Median Home Value | $133,700 | ±$16,847 |
| Median Gross Rent | $881 | ±$91 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $45,509 | ±$5,157 |
| Per Capita Income | $28,294 | ±$3,406 |
| Poverty Rate | 25.7% | ±3.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 9,313 | ±1,201 |
| Unemployment Rate | 8.2% | ±2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 14,286 | ±976 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 85.5% | ±2.6% |
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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PARISH OF IBERIA
GUS Population: 67,540 (2024)
ID: 166003
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: PARISH PRESIDENT
300 S IBERIA ST, STE 400, NEW IBERIA LA 70560-4543
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Abbeville, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | Youngsville, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | New Iberia, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | New Iberia, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | New Iberia, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Broussard, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | New Iberia, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | New Iberia, LA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | Saint Martinville, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | New Iberia, 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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J's Barber College
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College Vocational | 4.5 mi away | 1207 Center Street, New Iberia, LA, 70560-6138 |
3373642552
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LYDIA BRANCH
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Library | 4.6 mi away | 4800 FREYOU ROAD, NEW IBERIA, LA, 70560 |
(337) 364-7808
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Delta College of Arts & Technology-Lafayette Campus
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College Vocational | 18.6 mi away | 200 Republic Ave., Suite F, Lafayette, LA, 70508 |
3379885455
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IBERIA PARISH LIBRARY
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Library | 5.5 mi away | 445 EAST MAIN STREET, NEW IBERIA, LA, 70560 |
(337) 364-7150
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Blue Cliff College-Lafayette
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College Vocational | 19.4 mi away | 120 James Comeaux Rd., Lafayette, LA, 70508 |
3372690620
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ST. PETER STREET BRANCH
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Library | 6.0 mi away | 1111 W. ST. PETER, NEW IBERIA, LA, 70560 |
(337) 364-7670
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Remington College-Lafayette Campus
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College | 19.7 mi away | 4021-A Ambassador Caffery Parkway, Suite 100A, Lafayette, LA, 70503 |
3379814010
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PARKVIEW BRANCH
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Library | 6.1 mi away | 500 GRAND PRE BLVD., NEW IBERIA, LA, 70563 |
(337) 364-7480
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Cosmetology Training Center
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College Vocational | 21.0 mi away | 5520 Johnston Street, Suite H2, Lafayette, LA, 70503 |
3372376868
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DELCAMBRE BRANCH
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Library | 7.5 mi away | 206 WEST MAIN STREET, DELCAMBRE, LA, 70528 |
(337) 685-2388
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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 NEW IBERIA ACADIANA RGNL AP, LA US, located 7.1 miles from ZCTA5 70560. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 62.7° | 43.1° | 52.9° | 5.36" | — |
| February | 66.5° | 46.9° | 56.7° | 3.54" | — |
| March | 72.9° | 52.5° | 62.7° | 2.91" | — |
| April | 79.2° | 58.6° | 68.9° | 4.82" | — |
| May | 85.6° | 66.7° | 76.1° | 4.39" | — |
| June | 90.2° | 72.5° | 81.4° | 6.46" | — |
| July | 91.5° | 74.3° | 82.9° | 6.71" | — |
| August | 92.4° | 74.0° | 83.2° | 6.37" | — |
| September | 89.0° | 70.1° | 79.6° | 5.05" | — |
| October | 81.8° | 59.6° | 70.7° | 5.09" | — |
| November | 72.0° | 49.6° | 60.8° | 4.50" | — |
| December | 65.1° | 44.9° | 55.0° | 4.49" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lydia CDP | CDP | 5.1 mi | — |
| New Iberia city | City | 5.5 mi | — |
| Delcambre town | Town | 7.6 mi | — |
| Erath town | Town | 10.4 mi | — |
| Cade CDP | CDP | 11.0 mi | — |
| Jeanerette city | City | 11.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 70560. • 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.