ZIP Code 71325, Louisiana
ZIP Code 71325 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 71325 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Evangeline Parish / Rapides Parish, Louisiana. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,273. The land area covers 66.32 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,273 | ±453 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 48.3 yrs | ±6.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 514 | ±188 | 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 | 589 | ±192 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 514 | ±188 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 75 | ±37 |
| Median Home Value | $161,900 | ±$66,403 |
| Median Gross Rent | $599 | ±$265 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $48,056 | ±$17,211 |
| Per Capita Income | $29,847 | ±$6,889 |
| Poverty Rate | 20.5% | ±8.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 261 | ±144 |
| Unemployment Rate | 10.9% | ±8.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 522 | ±239 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 73.5% | ±8.5% |
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: 31,745 (2024)
ID: 105623
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: SECRETARY TREASURER
1008 W LASALLE ST, VILLE PLATTE LA 70586-4463
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Ville Platte, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Bunkie, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Bunkie, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Woodworth, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Lecompte, LA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | KG-12 | Bunkie, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Forest Hill, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | Glenmora, LA | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 07-12 | Bunkie, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Effie, 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 State University-Alexandria
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College | 12.1 mi away | 8100 Hwy 71 South, Alexandria, LA, 71302-9121 |
3184453672
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GEORGIE G. JOHNSON BRANCH
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Library | 6.4 mi away | 1610 VETERANS DRIVE, LECOMPTE, LA, 71346 |
(318) 776-5153
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Unitech Training Academy-Alexandria
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College Vocational | 18.7 mi away | 2800 S. MacArthur Drive, Suite C, Alexandria, LA, 71301 |
3379884042
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BUNKIE BRANCH
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Library | 10.0 mi away | 200 WALNUT STREET, BUNKIE, LA, 71322 |
(318) 346-6122
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Blue Cliff College-Alexandria
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College | 19.8 mi away | 1505 Metro Dr Ste 1, Alexandria, LA, 71301 |
3184452778
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TURKEY CREEK BRANCH
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Library | 10.9 mi away | 13951 VETERAN`S MEMORIAL HIGHWAY, VILLE PLATTE, LA, 70586 |
(337) 461-2304
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Central Louisiana Technical Community College
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College | 21.3 mi away | 516 Murray Street, Alexandria, LA, 71301 |
3184875443
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FIFTH WARD SATELLITE BRANCH
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Library | 12.4 mi away | 152 SCHOOLHOUSE ROAD, MARKSVILLE, LA, 71351 |
(318) 253-8348
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Louisiana Christian University
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College | 21.9 mi away | 1140 College Dr, Pineville, LA, 71359 |
3184877011
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J. W. MCDONALD BRANCH
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Library | 14.9 mi away | 1075 HWY 497, GLENMORA, LA, 71433 |
(318) 748-4848
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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 BUNKIE, LA US, located 10.1 miles from ZCTA5 71325. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 60.2° | 39.2° | 49.7° | 6.79" | 0.0" |
| February | 64.1° | 42.6° | 53.4° | 5.30" | 0.0" |
| March | 71.6° | 49.3° | 60.4° | 4.67" | 0.0" |
| April | 78.6° | 56.0° | 67.3° | 5.92" | 0.0" |
| May | 85.5° | 64.3° | 74.9° | 5.01" | 0.0" |
| June | 90.7° | 70.4° | 80.5° | 4.86" | 0.0" |
| July | 92.8° | 72.7° | 82.8° | 4.14" | 0.0" |
| August | 93.3° | 71.8° | 82.5° | 4.68" | 0.0" |
| September | 89.0° | 66.4° | 77.7° | 4.52" | 0.0" |
| October | 80.7° | 55.5° | 68.1° | 4.76" | 0.0" |
| November | 70.1° | 46.1° | 58.1° | 5.45" | 0.0" |
| December | 62.3° | 41.0° | 51.7° | 5.53" | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheneyville town | Town | 2.8 mi | — |
| Lecompte town | Town | 6.2 mi | — |
| Echo CDP | CDP | 8.5 mi | — |
| Bunkie city | City | 9.8 mi | — |
| Turkey Creek village | Village | 11.0 mi | — |
| Forest Hill village | Village | 11.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 71325. • 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.