ZIP Code 71071, Louisiana
ZIP Code 71071 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 71071 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Bossier Parish / Webster Parish, Louisiana. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,159. The land area covers 52.78 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,159 | ±347 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 44.4 yrs | ±7.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 942 | ±153 | 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 | 1,091 | ±159 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 942 | ±153 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 149 | ±61 |
| Median Home Value | $100,600 | ±$22,786 |
| Median Gross Rent | $436 | ±$113 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $36,900 | ±$15,111 |
| Per Capita Income | $26,179 | ±$3,718 |
| Poverty Rate | 22.8% | ±10.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 493 | ±233 |
| Unemployment Rate | 11.5% | ±5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 717 | ±139 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 79.3% | ±8.4% |
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: 131,102 (2024)
ID: 165996
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: PARISH TREASURER
PO BOX 70, BENTON LA 71006-0070
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | BRADLEY, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | BRADLEY, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | Springhill, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Springhill, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | EMERSON, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | EMERSON, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Springhill, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Sarepta, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Shongaloo, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | Cotton Valley, 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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SAREPTA BRANCH
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Library | 1.6 mi away | 24522 HIGHWAY 371, SAREPTA, LA, 71071 |
(318) 847-4992
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WILLIE & MARY MACK MEMORIAL BRANCH
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Library | 5.3 mi away | 1000 SOUTH ARKANSAS, SPRINGHILL, LA, 71075 |
(318) 539-4117
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COTTON VALLEY BRANCH
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Library | 7.7 mi away | 21241 HWY 371, COTTON VALLEY, LA, 71018 |
(318) 832-4290
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TAYLOR PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.7 mi away | 101 WEST POPE, TAYLOR, AR, 71861 |
(870) 694-2051
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PLAIN DEALING BRANCH
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Library | 14.5 mi away | 208 EAST MARY LEE, PLAIN DEALING, LA, 71064 |
(318) 326-4233
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JOE W. WEBB MEMORIAL
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Library | 18.3 mi away | 1919 MAIN STREET, HAYNESVILLE, LA, 71038 |
(318) 624-0364
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WEBSTER PARISH LIBRARY
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Library | 22.8 mi away | 521 EAST AND WEST, MINDEN, LA, 71055 |
(318) 371-3080
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BENTON BRANCH
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Library | 23.5 mi away | 115 COURTHOUSE DRIVE, BENTON, LA, 71006 |
(318) 965-2751
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GILLIAM BRANCH
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Library | 23.8 mi away | 12797 MAIN STREET, GILLIAM, LA, 71029 |
(318) 956-4427
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CLAIBORNE PARISH LIBRARY
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Library | 23.9 mi away | 909 EDGEWOOD DRIVE, HOMER, LA, 71040 |
(318) 927-3845
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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 BENTON 5E, LA US, located 19.5 miles from ZCTA5 71071. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 55.2° | 34.2° | 44.7° | 4.80" | — |
| February | 59.5° | 38.4° | 49.0° | 4.85" | — |
| March | 67.7° | 44.7° | 56.2° | 5.24" | — |
| April | 75.1° | 52.8° | 63.9° | 5.18" | — |
| May | 82.0° | 62.1° | 72.1° | 4.63" | — |
| June | 88.7° | 70.2° | 79.4° | 4.39" | — |
| July | 92.4° | 73.4° | 82.9° | 3.81" | — |
| August | 93.0° | 71.7° | 82.3° | 3.12" | — |
| September | 87.5° | 64.7° | 76.1° | 3.67" | — |
| October | 76.9° | 52.9° | 64.9° | 4.73" | — |
| November | 64.9° | 43.8° | 54.3° | 4.34" | — |
| December | 57.2° | 36.2° | 46.7° | 5.25" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sarepta town | Town | 1.6 mi | — |
| Cullen town | Town | 3.4 mi | — |
| Springhill city | City | 5.8 mi | — |
| Cotton Valley town | Town | 7.5 mi | — |
| Shongaloo village | Village | 9.2 mi | — |
| Taylor city | City | 12.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 71071. • 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.