ZIP Code 70576, Louisiana
ZIP Code 70576 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 70576 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Evangeline Parish, Louisiana. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 908. The land area covers 1.12 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 908 | ±216 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 46.1 yrs | ±12 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 245 | ±83 | 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 | 297 | ±95 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 245 | ±83 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 52 | ±31 |
| Median Home Value | Suppressed | — |
| Median Gross Rent | $800 | ±$123 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $34,148 | ±$12,885 |
| Per Capita Income | $14,594 | ±$3,918 |
| Poverty Rate | 28.2% | ±15.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 176 | ±111 |
| Unemployment Rate | 14.4% | ±18% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 178 | ±91 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 85.7% | ±10.9% |
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: 31,745 (2024)
ID: 105623
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: SECRETARY TREASURER
1008 W LASALLE ST, VILLE PLATTE LA 70586-4463
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Ville Platte, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Bunkie, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Bunkie, LA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | KG-12 | Bunkie, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Chataignier, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Ville Platte, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | Glenmora, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Ville Platte, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Mamou, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Mamou, 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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Louisiana Academy of Beauty
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College Vocational | 19.8 mi away | 550 East Laurel Street, Eunice, LA, 70535 |
3374579480
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PINE PRAIRIE PRESCOTT BRANCH
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Library | 0.4 mi away | 1111 WALNUT STREET, PINE PRAIRIE, LA, 70576 |
(337) 599-3179
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Louisiana State University-Eunice
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College | 21.3 mi away | 2048 Johnson Hwy, Eunice, LA, 70535 |
3374577311
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TURKEY CREEK BRANCH
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Library | 6.4 mi away | 13951 VETERAN`S MEMORIAL HIGHWAY, VILLE PLATTE, LA, 70586 |
(337) 461-2304
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EVANGELINE PARISH LIBRARY
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Library | 10.0 mi away | 916 WEST MAIN STREET, VILLE PLATTE, LA, 70586 |
(337) 363-1369
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MAMOU BRANCH
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Library | 10.5 mi away | 317A SECOND STREET, MAMOU, LA, 70554 |
(337) 468-5750
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OAKDALE BRANCH
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Library | 14.5 mi away | 405 EAST SIXTH AVENUE, OAKDALE, LA, 71463 |
(318) 335-2690
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CHATAIGNIER BRANCH
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Library | 15.8 mi away | 111 N. 1ST STREET, CHATAIGNIER, LA, 70524 |
(337) 885-2028
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J. W. MCDONALD BRANCH
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Library | 16.7 mi away | 1075 HWY 497, GLENMORA, LA, 71433 |
(318) 748-4848
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BUNKIE BRANCH
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Library | 18.3 mi away | 200 WALNUT STREET, BUNKIE, LA, 71322 |
(318) 346-6122
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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 BUNKIE, LA US, located 18.8 miles from ZCTA5 70576. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 60.2° | 39.2° | 49.7° | 6.79" | 0.0" |
| February | 64.1° | 42.6° | 53.4° | 5.30" | 0.0" |
| March | 71.6° | 49.3° | 60.4° | 4.67" | 0.0" |
| April | 78.6° | 56.0° | 67.3° | 5.92" | 0.0" |
| May | 85.5° | 64.3° | 74.9° | 5.01" | 0.0" |
| June | 90.7° | 70.4° | 80.5° | 4.86" | 0.0" |
| July | 92.8° | 72.7° | 82.8° | 4.14" | 0.0" |
| August | 93.3° | 71.8° | 82.5° | 4.68" | 0.0" |
| September | 89.0° | 66.4° | 77.7° | 4.52" | 0.0" |
| October | 80.7° | 55.5° | 68.1° | 4.76" | 0.0" |
| November | 70.1° | 46.1° | 58.1° | 5.45" | 0.0" |
| December | 62.3° | 41.0° | 51.7° | 5.53" | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pine Prairie village | Village | 0.2 mi | — |
| Turkey Creek village | Village | 6.4 mi | — |
| Reddell CDP | CDP | 7.8 mi | — |
| Mamou town | Town | 10.1 mi | — |
| Ville Platte city | City | 10.6 mi | — |
| Oakdale city | City | 14.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 70576. • 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.