ZIP Code 70647, Louisiana
ZIP Code 70647 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 70647 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Calcasieu Parish / Jefferson Davis Parish, Louisiana. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 12,736. The land area covers 179.11 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12,736 | ±1,471 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 36.2 yrs | ±3.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 4,390 | ±516 | 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 | 5,108 | ±516 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 4,390 | ±516 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 718 | ±278 |
| Median Home Value | $270,900 | ±$14,934 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,110 | ±$91 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $71,045 | ±$10,513 |
| Per Capita Income | $31,606 | ±$3,901 |
| Poverty Rate | 10.3% | ±3.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,309 | ±483 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.7% | ±2.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 5,562 | ±800 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 83.1% | ±2.4% |
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: 206,861 (2024)
ID: 183800
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: POLICE JURY PRESIDENT
PO BOX 3287, LAKE CHARLES LA 70602-3287
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Lake Charles, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Lake Charles, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Lake Charles, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | Bell City, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Lake Charles, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Lake Charles, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Lake Charles, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Lake Charles, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Lake Charles, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Lake Charles, 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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SOWELA Technical Community College
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College | 8.9 mi away | 3820 Senator J. Bennett Johnston Ave, Lake Charles, LA, 70615 |
3374216565
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IOWA BRANCH
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Library | 0.7 mi away | 109 SOUTH TOMPSON AVENUE, IOWA, LA, 70647 |
(337) 721-7101
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Avery James College
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College Vocational | 12.4 mi away | 2948 Ryan Street, Lake Charles, LA, 70601 |
3374779265
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EPPS EXPRESS LIBRARY
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Library | 10.7 mi away | 1619 CESSFORD STREET, LAKE CHARLES, LA, 70601 |
(337) 721-7090
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Stage One-The Hair School
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College Vocational | 12.7 mi away | 209 W College St, Lake Charles, LA, 70605 |
3374740533
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HAYES BRANCH
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Library | 11.1 mi away | 7709 PERIER STREET, HAYES, LA, 70646 |
(337) 721-7098
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McNeese State University
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College | 12.8 mi away | 4205 Ryan St, Lake Charles, LA, 70605 |
3374755000
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MOSS BLUFF BRANCH
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Library | 11.5 mi away | 261 PARISH ROAD, LAKE CHARLES, LA, 70611 |
(337) 721-7128
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MCBURNEY MEMORIAL BRANCH
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Library | 11.6 mi away | 301 SOUTH SARAH STREET, WELSH, LA, 70591 |
(337) 734-3262
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CARNEGIE MEMORIAL BRANCH
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Library | 11.9 mi away | 411 PUJO STREET, LAKE CHARLES, LA, 70601 |
(337) 721-7084
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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 MOSS BLUFF 2 NNW, LA US, located 13.3 miles from ZCTA5 70647. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 62.5° | 40.3° | 51.4° | 6.57" | — |
| February | 65.9° | 44.6° | 55.3° | 4.29" | — |
| March | 72.4° | 50.2° | 61.3° | 4.11" | — |
| April | 78.4° | 56.0° | 67.2° | 5.29" | — |
| May | 85.2° | 64.8° | 75.0° | 5.85" | — |
| June | 90.4° | 71.1° | 80.7° | 7.41" | — |
| July | 91.7° | 72.8° | 82.3° | 5.92" | — |
| August | 92.0° | 72.2° | 82.1° | 7.45" | — |
| September | 88.4° | 67.9° | 78.2° | 6.33" | — |
| October | 80.8° | 56.9° | 68.9° | 5.34" | — |
| November | 70.8° | 47.5° | 59.2° | 5.12" | — |
| December | 63.7° | 42.3° | 53.0° | 5.58" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iowa town | Town | 0.5 mi | — |
| Lacassine CDP | CDP | 5.9 mi | — |
| Fenton village | Village | 10.1 mi | — |
| Hayes CDP | CDP | 11.0 mi | — |
| Lake Charles city | City | 12.0 mi | — |
| Moss Bluff CDP | CDP | 12.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 70647. • 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.