ZIP Code 71342, Louisiana
ZIP Code 71342 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 71342 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in LaSalle Parish, Louisiana. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 7,735. The land area covers 159.12 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,735 | ±643 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 39.7 yrs | ±3.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 3,086 | ±296 | 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 | 3,628 | ±245 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 3,086 | ±296 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 542 | ±155 |
| Median Home Value | $120,900 | ±$12,702 |
| Median Gross Rent | $684 | ±$270 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $72,154 | ±$16,968 |
| Per Capita Income | $34,452 | ±$3,691 |
| Poverty Rate | 13.8% | ±4.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,018 | ±312 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.8% | ±2.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 3,689 | ±452 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 88.2% | ±5.6% |
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 LASALLE
GUS Population: 14,702 (2024)
ID: 166007
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: ASSISTANT SECRETARY TREASURER
PO BOX 1288, JENA LA 71342-1288
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Education
Listing 9 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Trout, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | Georgetown, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | Jena, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Jena, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Jena, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Jena, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Jena, LA | |
| 4 Nearby | 2-17 | JONESVILLE, LA | |
| 6 Nearby | 2-13 | JENA, 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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LASALLE PARISH LIBRARY
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Library | 6.3 mi away | 3165 NORTH FIRST STREET, JENA, LA, 71342 |
(318) 992-5675
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LASALLE PARISH LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 6.3 mi away | 3165 NORTH FIRST STREET, JENA, LA, 71342 |
(318) 992-5675
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POLLOCK BRANCH
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Library | 16.5 mi away | 1613 PINE STREET, POLLOCK, LA, 71467 |
(318) 765-9616
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GEORGETOWN BRANCH
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Library | 18.6 mi away | 4570 HIGHWAY 500, GEORGETOWN, LA, 71432 |
(318) 827-9427
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JONESVILLE BRANCH
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Library | 19.2 mi away | 205 POND STREET, JONESVILLE, LA, 71343 |
(318) 339-7070
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LIBUSE BRANCH
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Library | 20.3 mi away | 6375 HWY 28 EAST, PINEVILLE, LA, 71360 |
(318) 443-7259
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OLLA BRANCH
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Library | 21.9 mi away | 1449 BLAKE STREET, OLLA, LA, 71465 |
(318) 495-5570
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CATAHOULA PARISH LIBRARY
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Library | 22.3 mi away | 300 BUSHLEY STREET, HARRISONBURG, LA, 71340 |
(318) 744-5271
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CATAHOULA PARISH LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 22.3 mi away | 300 BUSHLEY STREET, HARRISONBURG, LA, 71340 |
(318) 744-5271
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J.L. ROBERTSON BRANCH
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Library | 22.5 mi away | 809 TIOGA HIGH SCHOOL ROAD, BALL, LA, 71409 |
(318) 640-3098
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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 JENA, LA US, located 5.9 miles from ZCTA5 71342. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 57.1° | 36.2° | 46.6° | 5.69" | 0.0" |
| February | 61.6° | 39.7° | 50.6° | 5.53" | 0.3" |
| March | 69.2° | 46.6° | 57.9° | 5.71" | 0.0" |
| April | 75.6° | 53.1° | 64.4° | 5.38" | 0.0" |
| May | 82.8° | 61.9° | 72.4° | 4.43" | 0.0" |
| June | 88.8° | 68.8° | 78.8° | 4.86" | 0.0" |
| July | 91.3° | 71.7° | 81.5° | 4.51" | 0.0" |
| August | 91.7° | 70.8° | 81.2° | 3.80" | 0.0" |
| September | 87.5° | 65.3° | 76.4° | 3.60" | 0.0" |
| October | 78.1° | 53.5° | 65.8° | 4.72" | 0.0" |
| November | 67.0° | 43.8° | 55.4° | 5.46" | 0.0" |
| December | 59.1° | 38.4° | 48.8° | 5.82" | 0.2" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midway CDP | CDP | 5.7 mi | — |
| Jena town | Town | 6.7 mi | — |
| Good Pine CDP | CDP | 7.1 mi | — |
| Trout CDP | CDP | 7.5 mi | — |
| Deville CDP | CDP | 17.2 mi | — |
| Jonesville town | Town | 17.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 71342. • 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.