ZIP Code 71060, Louisiana
ZIP Code 71060 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 71060 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Caddo Parish, Louisiana. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,400. The land area covers 65.05 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,400 | ±518 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 50.6 yrs | ±8.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,065 | ±252 | 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 | 1,289 | ±283 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,065 | ±252 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 224 | ±128 |
| Median Home Value | $142,600 | ±$48,601 |
| Median Gross Rent | $950 | ±$280 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $61,417 | ±$13,211 |
| Per Capita Income | $30,123 | ±$4,782 |
| Poverty Rate | 13.9% | ±5.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 333 | ±148 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.1% | ±5.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 958 | ±263 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 72.7% | ±7.3% |
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: 224,893 (2024)
ID: 165997
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: PARISH PRESIDENT
PO BOX 1127, SHREVEPORT LA 71163-1127
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | 02-12 | Shreveport, LA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-08 | Shreveport, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Shreveport, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-06 | Benton, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Benton, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Shreveport, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-03 | Shreveport, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Shreveport, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Bossier City, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Shreveport, 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 at Shreveport
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College | 11.2 mi away | 3050 Martin Luther King Dr, Shreveport, LA, 71107 |
3186706000
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MOORINGSPORT BRANCH
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Library | 3.6 mi away | 603 LATIMER STREET, MOORINGSPORT, LA, 71060 |
(318) 996-6720
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Diesel Driving Academy-Shreveport
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College Vocational | 16.1 mi away | 3523 Greenwood Road, Shreveport, LA, 71109-5209 |
3186366300
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BLANCHARD BRANCH
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Library | 7.0 mi away | 344 ALEXANDER AVENUE, BLANCHARD, LA, 71107 |
(318) 929-3163
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Digital Media Institute
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College | 16.8 mi away | 2031 Kings Highway, Shreveport, LA, 71103-3600 |
3182130788
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OIL CITY BRANCH
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Library | 7.3 mi away | 102 ALLEN STREET, OIL CITY, LA, 71061 |
(318) 995-7975
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Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center-Shreveport
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College | 17.3 mi away | 1501 Kings Hwy, Shreveport, LA, 71103 |
3186758769
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NORTH SHREVEPORT BRANCH
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Library | 11.0 mi away | 4844 NORTH MARKET, SHREVEPORT, LA, 71107 |
(318) 674-8172
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VH Barber & Styling Academy
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College Vocational | 18.0 mi away | 1701 Old Minden Rd., Suite 19, Bossier City, LA, 71111-4409 |
3187470404
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BELCHER BRANCH
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Library | 11.7 mi away | 409 CHARLES ST., BELCHER, LA, 71004 |
(318) 378-4567
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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 MOORINGSPORT 1 N, LA US, located 4.8 miles from ZCTA5 71060. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 56.4° | 35.3° | 45.8° | 4.48" | 0.1" |
| February | 60.8° | 39.1° | 49.9° | 4.52" | 0.0" |
| March | 68.2° | 46.3° | 57.2° | 4.70" | 0.0" |
| April | 75.9° | 53.7° | 64.8° | 4.73" | 0.0" |
| May | 82.9° | 62.9° | 72.9° | 4.11" | 0.0" |
| June | 89.5° | 69.9° | 79.7° | 4.20" | 0.0" |
| July | 93.8° | 73.3° | 83.6° | 3.24" | 0.0" |
| August | 94.4° | 72.0° | 83.2° | 3.04" | 0.0" |
| September | 88.6° | 65.3° | 77.0° | 4.12" | 0.0" |
| October | 78.1° | 54.2° | 66.2° | 4.50" | 0.0" |
| November | 66.0° | 44.7° | 55.4° | 4.15" | 0.0" |
| December | 57.9° | 37.6° | 47.7° | 5.05" | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mooringsport village | Village | 3.1 mi | — |
| Blanchard town | Town | 6.7 mi | — |
| Oil City town | Town | 7.3 mi | — |
| Uncertain city | City | 9.4 mi | — |
| Belcher village | Village | 11.7 mi | — |
| Waskom city | City | 12.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 71060. • 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.