ZIP Code 70615 — Lake charles, LA

Calcasieu Parish | 2024 Census Data

Key Takeaway

ZIP code 70615 in Lake charles, LA has a population of 12,980 with a median household income of $40,047 and a median home value of $140,400 . The cost of living index is 66.7 (national average = 100).

Population & Age

Total Population
12,980
Median Age
38.50
Male
6,726
Female
6,254

Race & Ethnicity

White
32.9%
Black
59.3%
Hispanic
3.4%
Asian
0.4%
Native American
1.0%
Pacific Islander
0.0%
Two or More
5.7%
Other
0.7%

Income

Median Household
$40,047
Mean Household
$58,646
Per Capita
$22,352
Below Poverty
28.6%

Housing

Median Home Value
$140,400
Median Rent
$1,099
Total Units
5,473
Occupied
4,490
Owner Occupied
61.6%
Renter Occupied
38.4%
Median Year Built
1980
Vacant
983

Education

High School or Higher 86.6%
Bachelor's or Higher 14.3%
Graduate Degree 3.4%

Employment & Commuting

Labor Force
5,316
Unemployment
13.1%
Drive Alone
82.1%
Public Transit
0.0%
Work from Home
5.5%
Avg Commute
N/A

Cost of Living Index

66.7
National average = 100. Below average by 33.3%.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of ZIP code 70615?

ZIP code 70615 (Lake charles, LA) has a total population of 12,980 according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 70615?

The median household income in ZIP code 70615 is $40,047 per year, based on 2024 Census Bureau data.

What city is ZIP code 70615 in?

ZIP code 70615 is primarily located in Lake charles, Louisiana (LA).

What is the median home value in ZIP code 70615?

The median home value in ZIP code 70615 is $140,400, based on the 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

What is the median age in ZIP code 70615?

The median age in ZIP code 70615 is 38.50 years, compared to the national median of 38.9 years.