ZIP Code 70791, Louisiana
ZIP Code 70791 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 70791 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in East Baton Rouge Parish / East Feliciana Parish, Louisiana. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 30,385. The land area covers 119.06 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 30,385 | ±1,691 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 39.5 yrs | ±1.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 11,809 | ±884 | 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 | 12,489 | ±923 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 11,809 | ±884 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 680 | ±253 |
| Median Home Value | $268,000 | ±$12,003 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,439 | ±$172 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $78,263 | ±$6,723 |
| Per Capita Income | $43,791 | ±$3,560 |
| Poverty Rate | 7.5% | ±2.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 2,247 | ±849 |
| Unemployment Rate | 8.6% | ±3.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 14,659 | ±1,291 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 93.4% | ±3% |
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 | KG-05 | Baton Rouge, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 01-05 | St. Francisville, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-KG | St. Francisville, 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 |
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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Southern University and A & M College
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College | 8.9 mi away | P.O. Box 9374, Harding Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA, 70813 |
2257714500
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ZACHARY BRANCH
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Library | 1.6 mi away | 1900 CHURCH STREET, ZACHARY, LA, 70791 |
(225) 658-1840
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Southern University Law Center
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College | 9.0 mi away | Baton Rouge, LA, 70813 |
2257712552
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BAKER BRANCH
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Library | 4.3 mi away | 3501 GROOM ROAD, BAKER, LA, 70714 |
(225) 778-5940
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Southern University-Board and System
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College | 9.2 mi away | JS Clark Admin Bldg 4th Floor, Baton Rouge, LA, 70813 |
2257714500
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PRIDE-CHANEYVILLE BRANCH
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Library | 9.2 mi away | 13600 PRIDE/PORT HUDSON ROAD, PRIDE, LA, 70770 |
(225) 658-1540
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Ray J's College of Hair
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College Vocational | 13.1 mi away | 1726 Wooddale Court, Baton Rouge, LA, 70806-1522 |
2259286890
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CENTRAL BRANCH
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Library | 9.2 mi away | 11260 JOOR ROAD, CENTRAL, LA, 70818 |
(225) 262-2640
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Delta College of Arts & Technology
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College | 13.1 mi away | 7380 Exchange Place, Baton Rouge, LA, 70806-1529 |
2259287770
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SCOTLANDVILLE BRANCH
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Library | 9.3 mi away | 7373 SCENIC HIGHWAY, BATON ROUGE, LA, 70807 |
(225) 354-7540
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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 7.8 miles from ZCTA5 70791. 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
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Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zachary city | City | 1.1 mi | — |
| Baker city | City | 4.6 mi | — |
| Slaughter town | Town | 5.5 mi | — |
| Brownfields CDP | CDP | 7.6 mi | — |
| Central city | City | 9.6 mi | — |
| Merrydale CDP | CDP | 10.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 70791. • 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.