ZIP Code 70817, Louisiana
ZIP Code 70817 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 70817 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 33,482. The land area covers 25.38 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 33,482 | ±2,279 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 40 yrs | ±2.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 13,690 | ±892 | 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 | 14,194 | ±920 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 13,690 | ±892 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 504 | ±234 |
| Median Home Value | $293,600 | ±$13,930 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,426 | ±$108 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $102,639 | ±$10,937 |
| Per Capita Income | $54,515 | ±$5,896 |
| Poverty Rate | 8.6% | ±2.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 2,856 | ±730 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.9% | ±2.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 16,235 | ±1,137 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 96.8% | ±1.5% |
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-10 | 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 | PK-05 | 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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Moore Career College
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College Vocational | 2.7 mi away | 14141 Airline Highway, Building 1, Suite X, Baton Rouge, LA, 70817 |
225757377073770
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JONES CREEK REGIONAL BRANCH
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Library | 2.7 mi away | 6222 JONES CREEK ROAD, BATON ROUGE, LA, 70817 |
(225) 756-1140
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Fortis College-Baton Rouge
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College | 2.7 mi away | 14111 Airline Hwy, Suite 101, Baton Rouge, LA, 70817 |
2252481015
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GALVEZ BRANCH
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Library | 4.7 mi away | 40300 HIGHWAY 42, PRAIRIEVILLE, LA, 70769 |
(225) 622-3339
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ITI Technical College
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College | 3.0 mi away | 13944 Airline Hwy, Baton Rouge, LA, 70817 |
2257524233
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FAIRWOOD BRANCH
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Library | 5.8 mi away | 12910 OLD HAMMOND HWY, BATON ROUGE, LA, 70816 |
(225) 924-9384
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Paul Mitchell the School-Baton Rouge
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College Vocational | 4.6 mi away | 12158 Coursey Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA, 70816 |
8334568376
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BLUEBONNET REGIONAL BRANCH
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Library | 7.4 mi away | 9200 BLUEBONNET BOULEVARD, BATON ROUGE, LA, 70810 |
(225) 763-2240
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Remington College-Baton Rouge Campus
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College | 5.0 mi away | 4520 South Sherwood Forrest Boulevard, Baton Rouge, LA, 70816 |
2252363200
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DUTCHTOWN
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Library | 7.8 mi away | 13278 HWY 73, GEISMAR, LA, 70734 |
(225) 673-8699
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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 LSU BEN-HUR FARM, LA US, located 11.2 miles from ZCTA5 70817. 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° | 40.2° | 50.4° | 5.82" | — |
| February | 64.6° | 43.9° | 54.2° | 4.65" | — |
| March | 71.3° | 49.8° | 60.5° | 4.38" | — |
| April | 77.6° | 56.1° | 66.8° | 4.89" | — |
| May | 84.3° | 64.6° | 74.5° | 5.60" | — |
| June | 89.1° | 71.1° | 80.1° | 6.54" | — |
| July | 90.6° | 73.0° | 81.8° | 4.74" | — |
| August | 90.8° | 72.3° | 81.6° | 6.09" | — |
| September | 87.7° | 68.0° | 77.8° | 4.45" | — |
| October | 80.3° | 57.1° | 68.7° | 4.20" | — |
| November | 70.2° | 47.3° | 58.7° | 3.95" | — |
| December | 63.2° | 42.3° | 52.8° | 5.19" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. George city | City | 3.2 mi | — |
| Prairieville CDP | CDP | 4.5 mi | — |
| Denham Springs city | City | 7.0 mi | — |
| Port Vincent village | Village | 8.6 mi | — |
| Monticello CDP | CDP | 8.7 mi | — |
| Gardere CDP | CDP | 9.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 70817. • 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.