ZIP Code 70739, Louisiana
ZIP Code 70739 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 70739 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 14,877. The land area covers 47.37 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 14,877 | ±1,266 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 37.4 yrs | ±3.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 5,125 | ±471 | 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 | 5,442 | ±535 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 5,125 | ±471 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 317 | ±227 |
| Median Home Value | $314,400 | ±$28,259 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,331 | ±$112 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $106,671 | ±$11,698 |
| Per Capita Income | $44,300 | ±$4,640 |
| Poverty Rate | 3.3% | ±2.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 491 | ±347 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.1% | ±1.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 7,530 | ±873 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 97.9% | ±1.2% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Baker, LA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | Baton Rouge, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Baton Rouge, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Baton Rouge, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Baton Rouge, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Baker, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Baker, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Baker, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Baton Rouge, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Baton Rouge, 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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Denham Springs Beauty School
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College Vocational | 8.2 mi away | 923 Florida Blvd SE, Denham Springs, LA, 70726 |
2256656188
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WATSON BRANCH
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Library | 1.1 mi away | 36581 OUTBACK RD., DENHAM SPRINGS, LA, 70706 |
(225) 686-4181
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Diesel Driving Academy-Baton Rouge
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College Vocational | 12.5 mi away | 8067 Airline Hwy, Baton Rouge, LA, 70815 |
3186366300
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CENTRAL BRANCH
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Library | 6.3 mi away | 11260 JOOR ROAD, CENTRAL, LA, 70818 |
(225) 262-2640
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Ray J's College of Hair
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College Vocational | 12.9 mi away | 1726 Wooddale Court, Baton Rouge, LA, 70806-1522 |
2259286890
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PRIDE-CHANEYVILLE BRANCH
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Library | 7.8 mi away | 13600 PRIDE/PORT HUDSON ROAD, PRIDE, LA, 70770 |
(225) 658-1540
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Delta College of Arts & Technology
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College | 13.0 mi away | 7380 Exchange Place, Baton Rouge, LA, 70806-1529 |
2259287770
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DENHAM SPRINGS-WALKER BRANCH
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Library | 8.5 mi away | 8101 US HWY 190, DENHAM SPRINGS, LA, 70726 |
(225) 686-4141
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Aveda Arts & Sciences Institute-Baton Rouge
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College Vocational | 13.3 mi away | 2834 S Sherwood Forest Blvd Ste A, Baton Rouge, LA, 70816-2246 |
2252951435
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GREENWELL SPRINGS ROAD REGIONAL BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 9.3 mi away | 11300 GREENWELL SPRINGS ROAD, BATON ROUGE, LA, 70814 |
(225) 274-4440
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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 BATON ROUGE RYAN AP, LA US, located 11.7 miles from ZCTA5 70739. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 62.3° | 41.6° | 52.0° | 6.36" | 0.0" |
| February | 66.6° | 45.3° | 55.9° | 4.42" | 0.0" |
| March | 73.0° | 51.0° | 62.0° | 4.46" | 0.0" |
| April | 79.1° | 56.9° | 68.0° | 5.08" | 0.0" |
| May | 85.8° | 65.1° | 75.5° | 5.23" | 0.0" |
| June | 90.5° | 71.5° | 81.0° | 6.45" | 0.0" |
| July | 91.9° | 73.8° | 82.9° | 5.09" | 0.0" |
| August | 92.2° | 73.3° | 82.8° | 6.37" | 0.0" |
| September | 88.7° | 68.9° | 78.8° | 4.42" | 0.0" |
| October | 80.9° | 58.1° | 69.5° | 4.84" | 0.0" |
| November | 71.0° | 47.8° | 59.4° | 3.90" | 0.0" |
| December | 64.3° | 43.3° | 53.8° | 5.32" | 0.2" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Watson CDP | CDP | 2.0 mi | — |
| Central city | City | 5.1 mi | — |
| Denham Springs city | City | 8.8 mi | — |
| Monticello CDP | CDP | 9.2 mi | — |
| Walker city | City | 10.0 mi | — |
| Brownfields CDP | CDP | 10.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 70739. • 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.