ZIP Code 70542 — Gueydan, LA

Vermilion Parish | 2024 Census Data

Key Takeaway

ZIP code 70542 in Gueydan, LA has a population of 3,186 with a median household income of $41,971 and a median home value of $93,500 . The cost of living index is 45.8 (national average = 100).

Population & Age

Total Population
3,186
Median Age
46.80
Male
1,563
Female
1,623

Race & Ethnicity

White
91.4%
Black
4.6%
Hispanic
0.8%
Asian
0.0%
Native American
0.0%
Pacific Islander
0.0%
Two or More
4.0%
Other
0.0%

Income

Median Household
$41,971
Mean Household
$76,574
Per Capita
$28,708
Below Poverty
19.4%

Housing

Median Home Value
$93,500
Median Rent
$772
Total Units
1,457
Occupied
1,091
Owner Occupied
79.9%
Renter Occupied
20.1%
Median Year Built
1978
Vacant
366

Education

High School or Higher 81.3%
Bachelor's or Higher 11.0%
Graduate Degree 1.9%

Employment & Commuting

Labor Force
1,023
Unemployment
11.6%
Drive Alone
91.2%
Public Transit
1.3%
Work from Home
3.4%
Avg Commute
N/A

Cost of Living Index

45.8
National average = 100. Below average by 54.2%.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of ZIP code 70542?

ZIP code 70542 (Gueydan, LA) has a total population of 3,186 according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 70542?

The median household income in ZIP code 70542 is $41,971 per year, based on 2024 Census Bureau data.

What city is ZIP code 70542 in?

ZIP code 70542 is primarily located in Gueydan, Louisiana (LA).

What is the median home value in ZIP code 70542?

The median home value in ZIP code 70542 is $93,500, based on the 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

What is the median age in ZIP code 70542?

The median age in ZIP code 70542 is 46.80 years, compared to the national median of 38.9 years.