ZIP Code 71243, Louisiana
ZIP Code 71243 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 71243 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Franklin Parish, Louisiana. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 152. The land area covers 25.51 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 152 | ±159 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 45.2 yrs | ±26.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 43 | ±38 | 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 | 72 | ±59 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 43 | ±38 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 29 | ±48 |
| Median Home Value | $166,300 | ±$32,382 |
| Median Gross Rent | Suppressed | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $77,847 | ±$59,389 |
| Per Capita Income | $24,849 | ±$9,568 |
| Poverty Rate | 0% | ±9.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 0 | ±14 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±20.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 67 | ±87 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 81.4% | ±47.2% |
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 FRANKLIN
GUS Population: 19,107 (2024)
ID: 127795
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: PRESIDENT
6558 MAIN ST, WINNSBORO LA 71295-2701
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Education
Listing 7 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Fort Necessity, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Winnsboro, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Gilbert, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | Harrisonburg, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | Sicily Island, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Winnsboro, LA | |
| 7 Nearby | 2-17 | WINNSBORO, LA |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 8 civic institutions across 1 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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WISNER BRANCH
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Library | 9.2 mi away | 129 FORT SCOTT STREET, WISNER, LA, 71378 |
(318) 724-7399
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CATAHOULA PARISH LIBRARY
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Library | 12.4 mi away | 300 BUSHLEY STREET, HARRISONBURG, LA, 71340 |
(318) 744-5271
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CATAHOULA PARISH LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 12.4 mi away | 300 BUSHLEY STREET, HARRISONBURG, LA, 71340 |
(318) 744-5271
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FRANKLIN PARISH LIBRARY
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Library | 15.7 mi away | 705 PRAIRIE STREET, WINNSBORO, LA, 71295 |
(318) 435-4336
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CALDWELL PARISH LIBRARY
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Library | 18.8 mi away | 211 JACKSON STREET, COLUMBIA, LA, 71418 |
(318) 649-2259
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JONESVILLE BRANCH
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Library | 22.3 mi away | 205 POND STREET, JONESVILLE, LA, 71343 |
(318) 339-7070
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CLAYTON BRANCH
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Library | 22.4 mi away | 31451 HWY. 15, CLAYTON, LA, 71326 |
(318) 757-6460
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MANGHAM BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 24.9 mi away | 302 HIXON STREET, MANGHAM, LA, 71259 |
(318) 248-2493
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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 WINNSBORO 5 SSE, LA US, located 12.0 miles from ZCTA5 71243. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 57.4° | 36.9° | 47.2° | 5.55" | 0.0" |
| February | 61.6° | 40.3° | 50.9° | 5.37" | 0.2" |
| March | 69.1° | 47.1° | 58.1° | 5.28" | 0.0" |
| April | 76.6° | 54.8° | 65.7° | 6.25" | 0.0" |
| May | 84.5° | 63.9° | 74.2° | 4.62" | 0.0" |
| June | 90.5° | 70.5° | 80.5° | 4.22" | 0.0" |
| July | 93.2° | 73.0° | 83.1° | 4.50" | 0.0" |
| August | 93.6° | 71.8° | 82.7° | 4.31" | 0.0" |
| September | 89.2° | 66.0° | 77.6° | 3.60" | 0.0" |
| October | 79.7° | 54.2° | 67.0° | 4.68" | 0.0" |
| November | 68.4° | 44.8° | 56.6° | 4.43" | 0.0" |
| December | 60.0° | 39.4° | 49.7° | 5.46" | 0.1" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wisner town | Town | 9.3 mi | — |
| Gilbert village | Village | 11.3 mi | — |
| Sicily Island village | Village | 11.3 mi | — |
| Harrisonburg village | Village | 12.6 mi | — |
| Winnsboro city | City | 15.7 mi | — |
| Banks Springs CDP | CDP | 18.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 71243. • 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.