ZIP Code 70589, Louisiana
ZIP Code 70589 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 70589 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Evangeline Parish / St. Landry Parish, Louisiana. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,875. The land area covers 118.22 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,875 | ±509 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 41.4 yrs | ±8.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,203 | ±193 | 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 | 1,548 | ±239 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,203 | ±193 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 345 | ±131 |
| Median Home Value | $129,300 | ±$30,055 |
| Median Gross Rent | $633 | ±$28 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $49,650 | ±$10,844 |
| Per Capita Income | $36,561 | ±$5,734 |
| Poverty Rate | 13.7% | ±5.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 386 | ±180 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±1.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,072 | ±257 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 82.9% | ±6.9% |
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 | 05-06 | Opelousas, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Ville Platte, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Washington, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Opelousas, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | Opelousas, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Ville Platte, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Lawtell, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Leonville, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Opelousas, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Washington, 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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Opelousas School of Cosmetology
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College Vocational | 10.8 mi away | 529 E Vine St, Opelousas, LA, 70570 |
3379426147
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OPELOUSAS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.5 mi away | 212 EAST GROLEE STREET, OPELOUSAS, LA, 70570 |
(337) 948-3693
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EVANGELINE PARISH LIBRARY
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Library | 14.3 mi away | 916 WEST MAIN STREET, VILLE PLATTE, LA, 70586 |
(337) 363-1369
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CHATAIGNIER BRANCH
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Library | 18.4 mi away | 111 N. 1ST STREET, CHATAIGNIER, LA, 70524 |
(337) 885-2028
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ARMAND J. BRINKHAUS SOUTH ST. LANDRY COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 18.8 mi away | 235 MARIE STREET, SUNSET, LA, 70584 |
(337) 662-3442
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PLAUCHEVILLE BRANCH
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Library | 19.8 mi away | 149 HWY 1181, PLAUCHEVILLE, LA, 71362 |
(318) 359-1016
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KROTZ SPRINGS MUNICIPAL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.1 mi away | 216 PARK ST., KROTZ SPRINGS, LA, 70750 |
(337) 566-8190
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BUNKIE BRANCH
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Library | 20.3 mi away | 200 WALNUT STREET, BUNKIE, LA, 71322 |
(318) 346-6122
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MONTEZ M. JUNEAU BRANCH
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Library | 20.8 mi away | 209 COTTONPORT AVENUE, COTTONPORT, LA, 71327 |
(318) 876-3411
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CHURCH POINT BRANCH
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Library | 21.8 mi away | 311 NORTH VISTA STREET, CHURCH POINT, LA, 70525 |
(337) 684-5774
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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 GRAND COTEAU, LA US, located 18.4 miles from ZCTA5 70589. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63.5° | 41.4° | 52.5° | 6.54" | — |
| February | 67.2° | 44.7° | 56.0° | 4.51" | — |
| March | 73.5° | 50.7° | 62.1° | 3.75" | — |
| April | 79.4° | 56.8° | 68.1° | 5.34" | — |
| May | 85.5° | 64.5° | 75.0° | 5.72" | — |
| June | 90.2° | 70.4° | 80.3° | 6.97" | — |
| July | 91.6° | 72.6° | 82.1° | 4.41" | — |
| August | 92.0° | 72.3° | 82.1° | 4.36" | — |
| September | 88.3° | 67.7° | 78.0° | 5.14" | — |
| October | 81.2° | 57.8° | 69.5° | 5.04" | — |
| November | 71.4° | 48.3° | 59.9° | 4.97" | — |
| December | 65.1° | 43.3° | 54.2° | 4.88" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington town | Town | 4.9 mi | — |
| Lebeau CDP | CDP | 5.5 mi | — |
| Palmetto village | Village | 8.3 mi | — |
| Morrow CDP | CDP | 10.2 mi | — |
| Port Barre town | Town | 10.4 mi | — |
| Opelousas city | City | 11.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 70589. • 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.