ZIP Code 71226, Louisiana
ZIP Code 71226 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 71226 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Jackson Parish, Louisiana. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,559. The land area covers 146.78 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,559 | ±391 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 48.9 yrs | ±14.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 649 | ±181 | 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 | 925 | ±215 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 649 | ±181 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 276 | ±122 |
| Median Home Value | $86,100 | ±$30,724 |
| Median Gross Rent | $734 | ±$49 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $49,669 | ±$13,251 |
| Per Capita Income | $29,942 | ±$4,856 |
| Poverty Rate | 6.7% | ±3.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 104 | ±66 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0.6% | ±1.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 630 | ±196 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 63.9% | ±16.1% |
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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PARISH OF JACKSON
GUS Population: 14,797 (2024)
ID: 204580
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: POLICE JURY SECRETARY TREASURER
500 E COURT ST, RM 301, JONESBORO LA 71251-3446
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Education
Listing 6 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | Dodson, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | West Monroe, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 08-12 | West Monroe, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | Jonesboro, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | West Monroe, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | West Monroe, 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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Louisiana Tech University
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College | 22.8 mi away | 1310 West Railroad Avenue, Ruston, LA, 71272 |
3182572000
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CHATHAM BRANCH
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Library | 4.0 mi away | 1500 PINE STREET, CHATHAM, LA, 71226 |
(318) 249-2980
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Grambling State University
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College | 24.8 mi away | 403 Main Street, Grambling, LA, 71245 |
3182473811
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SIKES BRANCH
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Library | 12.2 mi away | 125 FIFTH STREET, SIKES, LA, 71473 |
(318) 628-2824
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JACKSON PARISH LIBRARY
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Library | 16.2 mi away | 614 SOUTH POLK AVENUE, JONESBORO, LA, 71251 |
(318) 259-5697
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JACKSON PARISH LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 16.2 mi away | 614 SOUTH POLK AVENUE, JONESBORO, LA, 71251 |
(318) 259-5697
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CPL JR SEARCY MEMORIAL BRANCH
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Library | 17.4 mi away | 5775 JONESBORO ROAD, WEST MONROE, LA, 71292 |
(318) 327-1490
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DODSON BRANCH
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Library | 17.6 mi away | 206 EAST GRESHAM STREET, DODSON, LA, 71422 |
(318) 628-2821
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WEST OUACHITA BRANCH
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Library | 21.5 mi away | 188 HIGHWAY 546, WEST MONROE, LA, 71292 |
(318) 327-5414
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LINCOLN PARISH LIBRARY
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Library | 23.0 mi away | 910 NORTH TRENTON STREET, RUSTON, LA, 71270 |
(318) 251-5030
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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 CALHOUN RSCH STN, LA US, located 18.9 miles from ZCTA5 71226. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 56.8° | 32.8° | 44.8° | 5.70" | 0.1" |
| February | 61.1° | 35.5° | 48.3° | 4.98" | 0.0" |
| March | 68.9° | 43.0° | 56.0° | 5.47" | 0.0" |
| April | 76.4° | 50.0° | 63.2° | 5.69" | 0.0" |
| May | 83.4° | 59.3° | 71.4° | 5.39" | 0.0" |
| June | 90.3° | 66.7° | 78.5° | 4.36" | 0.0" |
| July | 93.2° | 70.0° | 81.6° | 4.01" | 0.0" |
| August | 93.6° | 69.0° | 81.3° | 3.51" | 0.0" |
| September | 88.7° | 62.7° | 75.7° | 3.58" | 0.0" |
| October | 78.2° | 49.9° | 64.0° | 4.66" | 0.0" |
| November | 67.2° | 40.5° | 53.9° | 4.71" | 0.0" |
| December | 59.2° | 34.5° | 46.8° | 5.50" | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chatham town | Town | 4.1 mi | — |
| Eros town | Town | 9.8 mi | — |
| Sikes village | Village | 12.2 mi | — |
| Jonesboro town | Town | 16.0 mi | — |
| East Hodge village | Village | 16.2 mi | — |
| North Hodge village | Village | 16.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 71226. • 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.