70068 ZIP Code
La Place, Louisiana
December 20, 2025
| ZIP Code: | 70068 |
| City/Town: | La Place |
| County: | St. John the Baptist |
| State: | Louisiana |
| ZIP Type: | Standard |
| Population: | 33,371 |
| Median Household Income: | $70,274 |
| Per Capita Income: | $37,552 |
| Total Housing Units: | 13,311 |
| Median Home Value: | $184,600 |
| Land Area: | 49.3 sq miles
127.7 sq km |
| Water Area: | 3.7 sq miles
9.5 sq km |
| Coordinates: | 30.1563, -90.4368 |
Population Information (70068 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population: | 33,371 | -- | -- |
| Male: | 16,327 | 48.9% | 49.6% |
| Female: | 17,044 | 51.1% | 50.4% |
| Median Age: | 37.4 yrs | -- | 38.5 yrs |
| Under 5 years: | 2,027 | 6.1% | 5.7% |
| 5 to 9 years: | 2,254 | 6.8% | 6.0% |
| 10 to 14 years: | 2,371 | 7.1% | 6.5% |
| 15 to 19 years: | 2,342 | 7.0% | 6.6% |
| 20 to 24 years: | 2,452 | 7.3% | 6.7% |
| 25 to 34 years: | 4,396 | 13.2% | 13.7% |
| 35 to 44 years: | 3,788 | 11.4% | 12.9% |
| 45 to 54 years: | 4,389 | 13.2% | 12.4% |
| 55 to 59 years: | 2,646 | 7.9% | 6.5% |
| 60 to 64 years: | 2,237 | 6.7% | 6.4% |
| 65 to 74 years: | 2,954 | 8.9% | 9.7% |
| 75 to 84 years: | 1,058 | 3.2% | 4.8% |
| 85 years and over: | 457 | 1.4% | 2.0% |
Housing Information (70068 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value: | $184,600 | -- | $281,900 |
| Median rooms: | 5.7 | -- | 5.5 |
| Median rent: | $1,173 / mo. | -- | $1,268 / mo. |
| Total housing units: | 13,311 | -- | -- |
| Occupied housing units: | 11,952 | 89.8% | 38.0% |
| Vacant housing units: | 1,359 | 10.2% | 4.6% |
| Housing tenure: | -- | -- | -- |
| Owner-occupied: | 9,290 | 77.7% | 64.8% |
| Renter-occupied: | 2,662 | 22.3% | 35.2% |
Educational Attainment (70068 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population 25 years and over: | 21,925 | -- | -- |
| Less than 9th grade: | 585 | 2.7% | 4.7% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 2,004 | 9.1% | 6.1% |
| High school graduate: | 8,922 | 40.7% | 26.4% |
| Some college, no degree: | 4,788 | 21.8% | 19.7% |
| Associate degree: | 1,919 | 8.8% | 8.7% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 2,312 | 10.5% | 20.9% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 1,395 | 6.4% | 13.7% |
| Percent high school graduate or higher: | -- | 88.2% | 89.1% |
| Percent bachelor's degree or higher: | -- | 16.9% | 34.3% |
Income Information (70068 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income: | $70,274 / yr. | $75,149 / yr. |
| Mean household income: | $89,916 / yr. | $105,833 / yr. |
| Median family income: | $79,737 / yr. | $92,646 / yr. |
| Per capita income: | $37,552 / yr. | $41,261 / yr. |
Employment (70068 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| In labor force: | 16,494 | -- | 63.5% |
| Employed: | 15,304 | 92.9% | 96.4% |
| Unemployed: | 1,168 | 7.1% | 5.3% |
| Not in labor force: | 9,736 | -- | -- |
| Class of Worker: | -- | -- | -- |
| Private wage and salary: | 12,180 | 79.6% | 79.7% |
| Government workers: | 2,259 | 14.8% | 14.2% |
| Self-employed: | 865 | 5.7% | 5.9% |
| Unpaid family workers: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
Race & Ethnicity (70068 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Race (one race): | -- | -- | -- |
| White: | 12,369 | 37.1% | 61.6% |
| Black or African American: | 17,071 | 51.2% | 12.4% |
| American Indian/Alaska Native: | 118 | 0.4% | 1.1% |
| Asian: | 382 | 1.1% | 6.0% |
| Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander: | 1 | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Some other race: | 1,611 | 4.8% | 8.4% |
| Two or more races: | 1,819 | 5.5% | 10.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race): | 2,422 | 7.3% | 18.7% |
| Mexican: | 2,544 | 7.6% | 11.2% |
| Puerto Rican: | 301 | 0.9% | 1.8% |
| Cuban: | 367 | 1.1% | 0.7% |
| Other Hispanic or Latino: | 20 | 0.1% | 5.0% |
| Not Hispanic or Latino: | 1,856 | 5.6% | 81.1% |
Income Distribution (70068 zip code)
| Household Income | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000: | 422 | 3.5% | 4.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999: | 570 | 4.8% | 3.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999: | 695 | 5.8% | 7.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999: | 1,320 | 11.0% | 7.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999: | 1,403 | 11.7% | 10.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999: | 1,973 | 16.5% | 16.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999: | 1,743 | 14.6% | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 2,196 | 18.4% | 17.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 883 | 7.4% | 8.8% |
| $200,000 or more: | 747 | 6.3% | 11.4% |
Commute to Work (70068 zip code)
| Commute Method | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone: | 12,594 | 82.3% | 67.8% |
| Carpooled: | 928 | 6.1% | 8.7% |
| Public transportation: | 36 | 0.2% | 4.2% |
| Walked: | 87 | 0.6% | 2.5% |
| Other means: | 224 | 1.5% | 0.9% |
| Worked from home: | 934 | 6.1% | 13.8% |
| Mean travel time to work: | 29.5 min | -- | 26.7 min |
Industry (70068 zip code)
| Industry Sector | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining: | 135 | 0.9% | 1.6% |
| Construction: | 1,670 | 10.9% | 6.9% |
| Manufacturing: | 1,766 | 11.5% | 10.0% |
| Wholesale trade: | 322 | 2.1% | 2.4% |
| Retail trade: | 1,870 | 12.2% | 11.0% |
| Transportation, warehousing, utilities: | 673 | 4.4% | 5.8% |
| Information: | 179 | 1.2% | 1.9% |
| Finance, insurance, real estate: | 867 | 5.7% | 6.7% |
| Professional, scientific, management: | 1,259 | 8.2% | 12.1% |
| Education, health care, social services: | 3,631 | 23.7% | 23.3% |
| Arts, entertainment, food services: | 1,199 | 7.8% | 9.0% |
| Other services: | 706 | 4.6% | 4.7% |
| Public administration: | 1,027 | 6.7% | 4.7% |
Poverty Status (70068 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poverty Rate: | -- | 11.3% | 8.8% |
| All people below poverty level: | -- | -- | -- |
| Under 18 years: | -- | -- | 16.3% |
| 18 to 64 years: | -- | -- | 11.0% |
| 65 years and over: | -- | -- | 10.3% |
Health Insurance (70068 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| With health insurance: | 30,704 | 92.0% | 91.3% |
| Private health insurance: | 17,977 | 53.9% | 67.6% |
| Public health coverage: | 15,462 | 46.3% | 35.9% |
| Without health insurance: | 2,285 | 6.8% | 8.7% |
Benefits & Assistance (70068 zip code)
| Households with: | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Earnings: | 9,360 | 78.3% | 77.4% |
| Social Security income: | 3,675 | 30.7% | 31.0% |
| Retirement income: | 3,417 | 28.6% | 21.8% |
| Supplemental Security Income (SSI): | 513 | 4.3% | 4.5% |
| Cash public assistance income: | 502 | 4.2% | 1.8% |
| SNAP (food stamps) benefits: | 2,288 | 19.1% | 11.4% |
Housing Types (70068 zip code)
| Structure Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-unit, detached: | 10,798 | 81.1% | 61.4% |
| 1-unit, attached: | 179 | 1.3% | 6.1% |
| 2 units: | 263 | 2.0% | 3.4% |
| 3 or 4 units: | 474 | 3.6% | 4.3% |
| 5 to 9 units: | 143 | 1.1% | 4.6% |
| 10 to 19 units: | 39 | 0.3% | 4.3% |
| 20 or more units: | 213 | 1.6% | 9.9% |
| Mobile home: | 1,160 | 8.7% | 5.8% |
| Boat, RV, van, etc.: | 42 | 0.3% | 0.1% |
Year Structure Built (70068 zip code)
| Year Built | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Built 2020 or later: | 38 | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Built 2010 to 2019: | 294 | 2.2% | 8.2% |
| Built 2000 to 2009: | 2,870 | 21.6% | 13.5% |
| Built 1990 to 1999: | 1,448 | 10.9% | 13.2% |
| Built 1980 to 1989: | 3,066 | 23.0% | 13.2% |
| Built 1970 to 1979: | 3,684 | 27.7% | 14.6% |
| Built 1960 to 1969: | 1,113 | 8.4% | 10.2% |
| Built 1950 to 1959: | 357 | 2.7% | 9.9% |
| Built 1940 to 1949: | 139 | 1.0% | 4.6% |
| Built 1939 or earlier: | 302 | 2.3% | 12.0% |
Bedrooms (70068 zip code)
| Number of Bedrooms | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No bedroom (studio): | 124 | 0.9% | 2.4% |
| 1 bedroom: | 459 | 3.4% | 3.0% |
| 2 bedrooms: | 1,816 | 13.6% | 9.1% |
| 3 bedrooms: | 7,721 | 58.0% | 15.9% |
| 4 bedrooms: | 2,900 | 21.8% | 18.8% |
| 5 or more bedrooms: | 291 | 2.2% | 17.6% |
Heating Fuel (70068 zip code)
| Fuel Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utility gas: | 2,646 | 22.1% | 47.1% |
| Bottled, tank, or LP gas: | 164 | 1.4% | 4.9% |
| Electricity: | 9,020 | 75.5% | 40.2% |
| Fuel oil, kerosene, etc.: | 24 | 0.2% | 4.2% |
| Coal or coke: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Wood: | 7 | 0.1% | 1.5% |
| Solar energy: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Other fuel: | 18 | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| No fuel used: | 73 | 0.6% | 0.2% |
Vehicles Available (70068 zip code)
| Vehicles | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle available: | 548 | 4.6% | 8.3% |
| 1 vehicle available: | 4,055 | 33.9% | 32.6% |
| 2 vehicles available: | 4,553 | 38.1% | 37.0% |
| 3 or more vehicles available: | 2,796 | 23.4% | 22.1% |
Home Value Distribution (70068 zip code)
| Value Range | Owner Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $50,000: | 544 | 5.9% | 5.7% |
| $50,000 to $99,999: | 365 | 3.9% | 7.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 1,883 | 20.3% | 9.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 2,616 | 28.2% | 10.8% |
| $200,000 to $299,999: | 2,698 | 29.0% | 19.9% |
| $300,000 to $499,999: | 955 | 10.3% | 24.1% |
| $500,000 to $999,999: | 188 | 2.0% | 17.0% |
| $1,000,000 or more: | 41 | 0.4% | 5.6% |
Housing Costs (70068 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median owner costs (with mortgage): | $1,407 / mo. | $1,828 / mo. |
| Median owner costs (no mortgage): | $398 / mo. | $584 / mo. |
| Median gross rent: | $1,173 / mo. | $1,268 / mo. |
| Average household size (owner-occupied): | 2.77 | 2.53 |
| Average household size (renter-occupied): | 2.74 | 2.38 |
Households (70068 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total households: | 11,952 | -- | -- |
| Married-couple households: | 5,731 | 48.0% | 47.5% |
| Cohabiting couple households: | 1,805 | 15.1% | 7.0% |
| Male householder, no spouse: | 2,254 | 18.9% | 5.4% |
| Female householder, no spouse: | 3,351 | 28.0% | 12.7% |
| Householder living alone: | 4,065 | 34.0% | 28.6% |
| 65 years and over living alone: | 3,461 | 29.0% | 11.8% |
| Average household size: | 2.76 | -- | 2.53 |
| Average family size: | 3.24 | -- | -- |
Marital Status (70068 zip code)
| Population 15 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 12,768 | -- | -- |
| Never married: | 4,835 | 37.9% | 37.0% |
| Now married: | 5,871 | 46.0% | 49.5% |
| Separated: | 632 | 4.9% | 1.5% |
| Widowed: | 1,163 | 9.1% | 2.6% |
| Divorced: | 4,902 | 38.4% | 9.3% |
School Enrollment (70068 zip code)
| Population 3 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enrolled in school: | 9,009 | -- | -- |
| Nursery school, preschool: | 575 | 6.4% | 5.8% |
| Kindergarten: | 608 | 6.7% | 5.0% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 3,769 | 41.8% | 40.5% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 2,262 | 25.1% | 21.4% |
| College or graduate school: | 1,795 | 19.9% | 27.3% |
Veterans & Disability (70068 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civilian population 18 years and over: | 24,921 | -- | -- |
| Veterans: | 1,699 | 6.8% | 6.3% |
| Civilian noninstitutionalized population: | 32,989 | -- | -- |
| With a disability: | 5,307 | 16.1% | 13.4% |
| Under 18 with disability: | 625 | 11.8% | 5.8% |
| 18 to 64 with disability: | 3,148 | 59.3% | 10.4% |
| 65 and over with disability: | 1,534 | 28.9% | 33.4% |
Mobility (Residence 1 Year Ago) (70068 zip code)
| Population 1 year and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Same house: | 30,566 | 91.6% | 86.9% |
| Different house: | 2,632 | 7.9% | 13.1% |
| Same county: | 842 | 32.0% | 7.0% |
| Different county: | 1,665 | 63.3% | 3.2% |
| Different state: | 417 | 15.8% | 2.5% |
| Abroad: | 125 | 4.7% | 0.4% |
Place of Birth (70068 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Native born: | 31,624 | 94.8% | 86.2% |
| Foreign born: | 524 | 1.6% | 13.9% |
| Naturalized citizen: | 1,747 | 333.4% | 52.7% |
| Not a citizen: | 1,747 | 333.4% | 47.3% |
| Foreign-born by region: | -- | -- | -- |
| Europe: | 1,747 | 333.4% | 10.5% |
| Asia: | 87 | 16.6% | 31.3% |
| Africa: | 233 | 44.5% | 5.5% |
| Oceania: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.5% |
| Latin America: | 1,186 | 226.3% | 50.0% |
| Northern America: | 36 | 6.9% | 2.2% |
Language Spoken at Home (70068 zip code)
| Population 5 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 31,344 | -- | -- |
| English only: | 29,023 | 92.6% | 78.3% |
| Language other than English: | 2,321 | 7.4% | 21.5% |
| By language: | -- | -- | -- |
| Spanish: | 1,594 | 5.1% | 13.3% |
| Other Indo-European languages: | 297 | 0.9% | 3.5% |
| Asian/Pacific Island languages: | 140 | 0.4% | 3.5% |
| Other languages: | 290 | 0.9% | 1.0% |
Computers & Internet (70068 zip code)
| Households | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Households with a computer: | 11,952 | 100.0% | 93.1% |
| Households with broadband internet: | 11,297 | 94.5% | 89.4% |
La Place, LA70068