ZIP Code 70583, Louisiana
ZIP Code 70583 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 70583 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Acadia Parish / Lafayette Parish, Louisiana. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 8,386. The land area covers 28.38 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,386 | ±939 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 41.9 yrs | ±4.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 3,713 | ±441 | 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 | 4,188 | ±496 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 3,713 | ±441 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 475 | ±230 |
| Median Home Value | $141,000 | ±$23,981 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,017 | ±$176 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $51,470 | ±$6,356 |
| Per Capita Income | $33,303 | ±$3,370 |
| Poverty Rate | 16.8% | ±5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,405 | ±448 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.6% | ±3.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 4,230 | ±662 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 82.8% | ±4.5% |
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: 56,604 (2024)
ID: 127793
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: SECRETARY TREASURER
PO BOX A, CROWLEY LA 70527-6001
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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 | 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 | 06-08 | Rayne, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Arnaudville, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Arnaudville, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Branch, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | Breaux Bridge, 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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South Louisiana Community College
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College | 5.3 mi away | 1101 Bertrand Drive, Lafayette, LA, 70506-4109 |
3375219000
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WEST REGIONAL LIBRARY
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Library | 2.3 mi away | 501 OLD SPANISH TRAIL, SCOTT, LA, 70583 |
(337) 232-9321
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Academy of Interactive Entertainment
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College | 5.6 mi away | 537 Cajundome Boulevard #211, Lafayette, LA, 70506-4293 |
3372056604
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DUSON BRANCH
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Library | 3.8 mi away | 310 AVENUE AU NORD, DUSON, LA, 70529 |
(337) 873-3521
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Unitech Training Academy-Lafayette
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College Vocational | 6.2 mi away | 3253 Ambassador Caffery, Lafayette, LA, 70506 |
3379884042
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BUTLER MEMORIAL BRANCH
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Library | 5.9 mi away | M L KING CENTER, 309 CORA STREET, LAFAYETTE, LA, 70501 |
(337) 234-0363
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Aveda Arts & Sciences Institute-Lafayette
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College Vocational | 6.2 mi away | 2922 Johnston St, Lafayette, LA, 70503-3246 |
9854157569
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NORTH REGIONAL LIBRARY
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Library | 6.4 mi away | 5101 N. UNIVERSITY, CARENCRO, LA, 70520 |
(337) 896-6323
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Cosmetology Training Center
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College Vocational | 6.3 mi away | 5520 Johnston Street, Suite H2, Lafayette, LA, 70503 |
3372376868
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CHENIER CENTER BRANCH
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Library | 6.5 mi away | 220 WEST WILLOW STREET SUITE B, LAFAYETTE, LA, 70501 |
(337) 291-2941
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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 LAFAYETTE, LA US, located 4.6 miles from ZCTA5 70583. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ossun CDP | CDP | 1.8 mi | — |
| Scott city | City | 2.3 mi | — |
| Duson town | Town | 4.2 mi | — |
| Cankton village | Village | 5.8 mi | — |
| Carencro city | City | 6.2 mi | — |
| Lafayette city | City | 6.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 70583. • 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.