ZIP Code 71424, Louisiana
ZIP Code 71424 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 71424 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Rapides Parish, Louisiana. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,439. The land area covers 36.85 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,439 | ±583 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 33 yrs | ±16.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 503 | ±197 | 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 | 529 | ±199 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 503 | ±197 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 26 | ±38 |
| Median Home Value | $115,300 | ±$44,900 |
| 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 | $56,179 | ±$14,165 |
| Per Capita Income | $28,028 | ±$8,316 |
| Poverty Rate | 11.6% | ±15.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 167 | ±232 |
| Unemployment Rate | 16.2% | ±21.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 451 | ±168 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 86.9% | ±15.5% |
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: 125,899 (2024)
ID: 166010
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: POLICE JURY PRESIDENT
PO BOX 1150, ALEXANDRIA LA 71309-1150
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Alexandria, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Alexandria, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Alexandria, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Alexandria, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Woodworth, LA | |
| Special Education School Nearby | KG-12 | Alexandria, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Alexandria, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Alexandria, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Forest Hill, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | Glenmora, 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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Blue Cliff College-Alexandria
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College | 14.7 mi away | 1505 Metro Dr Ste 1, Alexandria, LA, 71301 |
3184452778
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HINESTON BRANCH
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Library | 4.7 mi away | 1810 HIGHWAY 121, HINESTON, LA, 71438 |
(318) 793-8461
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Unitech Training Academy-Alexandria
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College Vocational | 15.2 mi away | 2800 S. MacArthur Drive, Suite C, Alexandria, LA, 71301 |
3379884042
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WESTSIDE REGIONAL
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Library | 14.0 mi away | 5416 PROVINE PLACE, ALEXANDRIA, LA, 71303 |
(318) 442-2483
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Louisiana State University-Alexandria
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College | 16.7 mi away | 8100 Hwy 71 South, Alexandria, LA, 71302-9121 |
3184453672
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BOYCE BRANCH
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Library | 14.1 mi away | 1177 HAYWARD B. JOINER STREET, BOYCE, LA, 71409 |
(318) 793-5954
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Central Louisiana Technical Community College
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College | 17.3 mi away | 516 Murray Street, Alexandria, LA, 71301 |
3184875443
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J. W. MCDONALD BRANCH
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Library | 15.5 mi away | 1075 HWY 497, GLENMORA, LA, 71433 |
(318) 748-4848
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Pineville Beauty School
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College Vocational | 18.7 mi away | 1008 Main Street, Pineville, LA, 71360-0000 |
3184451040
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MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. MEMORIAL BRANCH
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Library | 17.3 mi away | 1115 BROADWAY AVE., ALEXANDRIA, LA, 71302 |
(318) 445-3912
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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 ALEXANDRIA INTL AP, LA US, located 13.5 miles from ZCTA5 71424. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 59.6° | 38.9° | 49.3° | 5.47" | — |
| February | 63.6° | 42.2° | 52.9° | 4.22" | — |
| March | 70.7° | 49.0° | 59.9° | 4.92" | — |
| April | 78.1° | 55.1° | 66.6° | 4.94" | — |
| May | 85.4° | 63.7° | 74.6° | 3.94" | — |
| June | 90.5° | 70.6° | 80.5° | 5.14" | — |
| July | 92.6° | 73.0° | 82.8° | 4.60" | — |
| August | 93.5° | 71.9° | 82.7° | 3.32" | — |
| September | 89.0° | 66.6° | 77.8° | 3.39" | — |
| October | 80.1° | 55.4° | 67.8° | 4.73" | — |
| November | 69.3° | 45.4° | 57.3° | 4.60" | — |
| December | 61.2° | 40.6° | 50.9° | 5.28" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodworth town | Town | 10.4 mi | — |
| Forest Hill village | Village | 13.5 mi | — |
| Boyce town | Town | 14.6 mi | — |
| McNary village | Village | 14.7 mi | — |
| Alexandria city | City | 15.5 mi | — |
| Glenmora town | Town | 15.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 71424. • 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.