ZIP Code 71261 — Mer rouge, LA

Morehouse Parish | 2024 Census Data

Key Takeaway

ZIP code 71261 in Mer rouge, LA has a population of 1,171 and a median home value of $92,500 . The cost of living index is 39.3 (national average = 100).

Population & Age

Total Population
1,171
Median Age
63.60
Male
557
Female
614

Race & Ethnicity

White
61.2%
Black
36.1%
Hispanic
0.2%
Asian
0.1%
Native American
0.0%
Pacific Islander
0.0%
Two or More
2.6%
Other
0.0%

Income

Median Household
N/A
Mean Household
$46,083
Per Capita
$27,418
Below Poverty
38.3%

Housing

Median Home Value
$92,500
Median Rent
$585
Total Units
1,006
Occupied
672
Owner Occupied
57.1%
Renter Occupied
42.9%
Median Year Built
1979
Vacant
334

Education

High School or Higher 77.2%
Bachelor's or Higher 8.0%
Graduate Degree 2.0%

Employment & Commuting

Labor Force
371
Unemployment
11.1%
Drive Alone
76.7%
Public Transit
0.0%
Work from Home
6.1%
Avg Commute
N/A

Cost of Living Index

39.3
National average = 100. Below average by 60.7%.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of ZIP code 71261?

ZIP code 71261 (Mer rouge, LA) has a total population of 1,171 according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What city is ZIP code 71261 in?

ZIP code 71261 is primarily located in Mer rouge, Louisiana (LA).

What is the median home value in ZIP code 71261?

The median home value in ZIP code 71261 is $92,500, based on the 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

What is the median age in ZIP code 71261?

The median age in ZIP code 71261 is 63.60 years, compared to the national median of 38.9 years.