| ZIP Code | 70037 |
|---|---|
| City | Belle Chasse |
| State | Louisiana (LA) |
| County | Plaquemines Parish County |
| Area Code | 504 |
| Latitude | 29.715894 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -90.035359 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 22075 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.6 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.76 |
| Below Poverty | 9.3% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 34.4% ▼ 11% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.0% ▼ 19% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 267 (2.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,020 (28.8%) |
| Some College | 1,594 (15.2%) |
| Associates | 1,992 (19%) |
| Bachelors | 890 (8.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,710 (25.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $92,193 ▲ 21% above avg ↑ 39% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $350,000 ▲ 26% above avg ↑ 32% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,650/mo ↑ 21% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 6,682 |
| Vacant Units | 695 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.76 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 6,682 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 695 |
| Owner Occupied | 68.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 31.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.76 |
ZIP code 70037 is located in Belle Chasse, Louisiana, within Plaquemines Parish County. With a population of 16,792, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 35.6 years. Economically, 70037 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $92,193 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 70037 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $350,000 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,650 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 68.6% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 32% since 2019.
The population of 70037 is majority White (69.21%). Residents are moderately educated — 34.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 9.3%. Household income has grown by 39% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 70037 stands at 4.0%, which is below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 84%.
Overall, ZIP code 70037 in Belle Chasse, LA is characterized as middle-income, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 16,792 residents, a median household income of $92,193, and a median home value of $350,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Louisiana.