ZIP Code 70747, Louisiana
ZIP Code 70747 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 70747 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Pointe Coupee Parish, Louisiana. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 599. The land area covers 5.44 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 599 | ±310 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 16.9 yrs | ±19 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 205 | ±111 | 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 | 278 | ±113 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 205 | ±111 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 73 | ±49 |
| Median Home Value | Suppressed | — |
| Median Gross Rent | Suppressed | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | Suppressed | — |
| Per Capita Income | $32,123 | ±$20,956 |
| Poverty Rate | 4.2% | ±4.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 25 | ±30 |
| Unemployment Rate | 35.4% | ±30.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 159 | ±101 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 87.8% | ±22.7% |
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: 19,845 (2024)
ID: 193415
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: PARISH ADMINISTRATOR
PO BOX 290, NEW ROADS LA 70760-0290
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Education
Listing 5 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Palmetto, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Simmesport, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | New Roads, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Batchelor, LA | |
| 7 Nearby | 2-17 | NEW ROADS, LA |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 1 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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INNIS BRANCH
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Library | 0.7 mi away | 6444 LA HWY. 1, INNIS, LA, 70747 |
(225) 492-2632
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MORGANZA BRANCH
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Library | 10.6 mi away | 221 SOUTH LA HIGHWAY 1, MORGANZA, LA, 70759 |
(225) 694-2428
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SIMMESPORT BRANCH
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Library | 11.4 mi away | 461 MAIN STREET, SIMMESPORT, LA, 71369 |
(318) 941-2822
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POINTE COUPEE PARISH LIBRARY
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Library | 18.6 mi away | 201 CLAIBORNE STREET, NEW ROADS, LA, 70760 |
(225) 638-7593
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WEST FELICIANA PARISH LIBRARY
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Library | 18.9 mi away | 5114 BURNETT RD, ST. FRANCISVILLE, LA, 70775 |
(225) 635-3364
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PLAUCHEVILLE BRANCH
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Library | 19.4 mi away | 149 HWY 1181, PLAUCHEVILLE, LA, 71362 |
(318) 359-1016
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MOREAUVILLE BRANCH
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Library | 20.9 mi away | 343 TASSIN STREET, MOREAUVILLE, LA, 71355 |
(318) 985-2767
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LIVONIA BRANCH
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Library | 22.9 mi away | 8247 NORWOOD STREET, LIVONIA, LA, 70755 |
(225) 637-2987
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KROTZ SPRINGS MUNICIPAL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 23.8 mi away | 216 PARK ST., KROTZ SPRINGS, LA, 70750 |
(337) 566-8190
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MONTEZ M. JUNEAU BRANCH
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Library | 23.9 mi away | 209 COTTONPORT AVENUE, COTTONPORT, LA, 71327 |
(318) 876-3411
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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 NEW ROADS 5 NE, LA US, located 20.8 miles from ZCTA5 70747. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 61.1° | 41.9° | 51.5° | 6.53" | 0.0" |
| February | 65.1° | 45.3° | 55.2° | 5.19" | 0.1" |
| March | 72.1° | 51.3° | 61.7° | 4.49" | 0.0" |
| April | 78.7° | 58.0° | 68.4° | 5.07" | 0.0" |
| May | 85.8° | 66.1° | 76.0° | 5.21" | 0.0" |
| June | 90.7° | 72.9° | 81.8° | 5.55" | 0.0" |
| July | 92.4° | 75.2° | 83.8° | 4.62" | 0.0" |
| August | 92.4° | 74.8° | 83.6° | 4.36" | 0.0" |
| September | 88.8° | 70.7° | 79.8° | 4.06" | 0.0" |
| October | 80.7° | 59.9° | 70.3° | 4.21" | 0.0" |
| November | 70.8° | 49.6° | 60.2° | 3.91" | 0.0" |
| December | 63.3° | 43.9° | 53.6° | 5.34" | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morganza village | Village | 10.6 mi | — |
| Simmesport town | Town | 11.2 mi | — |
| Melville town | Town | 13.4 mi | — |
| Palmetto village | Village | 17.7 mi | — |
| New Roads city | City | 17.9 mi | — |
| St. Francisville town | Town | 18.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 70747. • 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.