ZIP Code 71356, Louisiana
ZIP Code 71356 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 71356 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Avoyelles Parish / St. Landry Parish, Louisiana. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 596. The land area covers 19.63 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 596 | ±335 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 34.1 yrs | ±10.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 195 | ±99 | 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 | 230 | ±99 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 195 | ±99 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 35 | ±55 |
| Median Home Value | Suppressed | — |
| 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 | Suppressed | — |
| Per Capita Income | $19,457 | ±$5,131 |
| Poverty Rate | 4.2% | ±3.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 22 | ±20 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±7.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 194 | ±147 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 85.1% | ±21.4% |
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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PARISH OF AVOYELLES
GUS Population: 38,373 (2024)
ID: 165995
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: POLICE JURY PRESIDENT
312 N MAIN ST, MARKSVILLE LA 71351-2450
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Moreauville, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Bunkie, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Bunkie, LA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | KG-12 | Bunkie, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Cottonport, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Ville Platte, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Washington, LA | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 07-12 | Bunkie, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Washington, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Palmetto, 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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Opelousas School of Cosmetology
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College Vocational | 21.2 mi away | 529 E Vine St, Opelousas, LA, 70570 |
3379426147
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PLAUCHEVILLE BRANCH
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Library | 9.5 mi away | 149 HWY 1181, PLAUCHEVILLE, LA, 71362 |
(318) 359-1016
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MONTEZ M. JUNEAU BRANCH
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Library | 10.5 mi away | 209 COTTONPORT AVENUE, COTTONPORT, LA, 71327 |
(318) 876-3411
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BUNKIE BRANCH
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Library | 12.3 mi away | 200 WALNUT STREET, BUNKIE, LA, 71322 |
(318) 346-6122
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MOREAUVILLE BRANCH
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Library | 13.8 mi away | 343 TASSIN STREET, MOREAUVILLE, LA, 71355 |
(318) 985-2767
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MANSURA BRANCH
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Library | 15.4 mi away | 100 DEPOT STREET, MANSURA, LA, 71350 |
(318) 964-2118
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SIMMESPORT BRANCH
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Library | 16.7 mi away | 461 MAIN STREET, SIMMESPORT, LA, 71369 |
(318) 941-2822
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EVANGELINE PARISH LIBRARY
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Library | 18.1 mi away | 916 WEST MAIN STREET, VILLE PLATTE, LA, 70586 |
(337) 363-1369
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AVOYELLES PARISH LIBRARY
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Library | 20.5 mi away | 660 N MAIN STREET, MARKSVILLE, LA, 71351 |
(318) 253-7559
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OPELOUSAS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.9 mi away | 212 EAST GROLEE STREET, OPELOUSAS, LA, 70570 |
(337) 948-3693
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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 12.4 miles from ZCTA5 71356. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrow CDP | CDP | 3.2 mi | — |
| Lebeau CDP | CDP | 7.9 mi | — |
| Evergreen town | Town | 9.3 mi | — |
| Plaucheville village | Village | 9.3 mi | — |
| Cottonport town | Town | 10.7 mi | — |
| Palmetto village | Village | 10.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 71356. • 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.