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70538

Louisiana · 12,464 residents · 230.678 sq mi
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ZIP 70538 has notably lower household income than the US average, with a median household income of $52,407. Population has held roughly steady since 2024. 14% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national rate of 36%. Median home value is $117,800. The poverty rate of 22.7% is well above the national figure. Among the 6 ZIP codes in St. Mary Parish, 70538 ranks 3rd by median household income.

$52,407
US average: $82,259
$117,800
US average: $376,019
13.6%
US average: 35.6%
Age, sex & households
Under 18
23.5%
Age 65+
21.1%
47.4%
52.6%
2.46 people
Race & ethnicity · 2024
2024
White, non-Hispanic48.9%(6,092)
Black40.7%(5,076)
Hispanic / Latino4.7%(583)
Asian0.2%(25)
Other5.5%(688)
Diversity Score73.8%(9,192)
Housing
Commute & vehicles
Work & employment
People & community
Affordability & inequality
Within St. Mary Parish
Income rank vs other ZIPs
LOWEST3RD OF 6HIGHEST
Adjacent ZIPs
70342$51,580
70392$57,959
70514$31,817
Frequently asked

How many people live in ZIP code 70538?

ZIP code 70538 has about 12,464 residents according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 70538?

The typical household in ZIP code 70538 earns about $52,407 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.

Is ZIP code 70538 expensive?

In ZIP code 70538, the median home is worth about $117,800, and the typical rent is about $733 a month.

How educated are people in ZIP code 70538?

About 13.6% of adults age 25 and over in ZIP code 70538 hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the poverty rate in ZIP code 70538?

About 22.7% of people in ZIP code 70538 live below the federal poverty line.

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Containing area
St. Mary Parish
Other ZIP codes in St. Mary Parish
ZIP 70392ZIP 70342ZIP 70514ZIP 70522ZIP 70523ZIP 70340

DATA: US CENSUS BUREAU ACS 5-YEAR · ZCTA · UPDATED 2024