ZIP Code 70661, Louisiana
ZIP Code 70661 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 70661 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Beauregard Parish / Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,861. The land area covers 185.14 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,861 | ±426 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 51.3 yrs | ±4.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 742 | ±155 | 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 | 947 | ±166 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 742 | ±155 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 205 | ±104 |
| Median Home Value | $83,700 | ±$39,447 |
| Median Gross Rent | $403 | ±$228 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $24,917 | ±$12,459 |
| Per Capita Income | $22,715 | ±$9,770 |
| Poverty Rate | 43.8% | ±15.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 815 | ±341 |
| Unemployment Rate | 16% | ±13.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 607 | ±195 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 72.8% | ±14.5% |
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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PARISH OF BEAUREGARD
GUS Population: 36,695 (2024)
ID: 204579
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: SECRETARY
PO BOX 310, DERIDDER LA 70634-0310
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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 | ORANGE, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | ORANGE, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | DeQuincy, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | DeQuincy, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | DeQuincy, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | DeQuincy, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | ORANGE, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-03 | ORANGE, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 04-05 | ORANGE, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | ORANGE, TX |
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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Lamar State College-Orange
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College | 18.7 mi away | 410 Front St, Orange, TX, 77630 |
4098837750
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STARKS BRANCH
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Library | 2.5 mi away | 113 SOUTH HIGHWAY 109, STARKS, LA, 70661 |
(337) 721-7107
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VINTON LIBRARY
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Library | 12.1 mi away | 1601 LOREE STREET, VINTON, LA, 70668 |
(337) 721-7095
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DEWEYVILLE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 14.5 mi away | 42520 STATE HWY 875, ORANGE, TX, 77632 |
(409) 746-0222
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DEQUINCY BRANCH
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Library | 14.7 mi away | 102 NORTH PINE STREET, DEQUINCY, LA, 70633 |
(337) 721-7087
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ORANGE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 18.7 mi away | 220 5TH ST, ORANGE, TX, 77630 |
(409) 883-1086
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BUNA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.0 mi away | 1042 HWY 62 S, BUNA, TX, 77612 |
(409) 994-5501
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SULPHUR REGIONAL BRANCH
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Library | 19.2 mi away | 1160 CYPRESS STREET, SULPHUR, LA, 70663 |
(337) 721-7141
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WEST CENTRAL BRANCH
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Library | 22.7 mi away | 10526 LA HWY 27, SINGER, LA, 70660 |
(337) 463-6217
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WESTLAKE BRANCH
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Library | 24.4 mi away | 937 MULBERRY STREET, WESTLAKE, LA, 70669 |
(337) 721-7113
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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 ORANGE 9 N, TX US, located 10.2 miles from ZCTA5 70661. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 60.7° | 40.3° | 50.5° | 5.65" | 0.0" |
| February | 63.9° | 44.0° | 54.0° | 4.18" | 0.0" |
| March | 70.4° | 50.2° | 60.3° | 3.52" | 0.0" |
| April | 76.1° | 55.8° | 66.0° | 4.18" | 0.0" |
| May | 82.6° | 64.3° | 73.5° | 5.14" | 0.0" |
| June | 88.0° | 70.5° | 79.3° | 6.84" | 0.0" |
| July | 89.9° | 72.6° | 81.3° | 5.82" | 0.0" |
| August | 90.3° | 72.2° | 81.3° | 6.71" | 0.0" |
| September | 86.6° | 67.4° | 77.0° | 6.44" | 0.0" |
| October | 79.3° | 57.0° | 68.1° | 5.96" | 0.0" |
| November | 69.3° | 47.2° | 58.3° | 4.71" | 0.0" |
| December | 62.4° | 41.9° | 52.2° | 5.26" | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starks CDP | CDP | 3.1 mi | — |
| Deweyville CDP | CDP | 8.0 mi | — |
| Forest Heights CDP | CDP | 10.4 mi | — |
| Vinton town | Town | 11.7 mi | — |
| Little Cypress CDP | CDP | 13.6 mi | — |
| DeQuincy city | City | 14.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 70661. • 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.