| ZIP Code | 70118 |
|---|---|
| City | New Orleans |
| State | Louisiana (LA) |
| County | Orleans County |
| Area Code | 504/985 |
| Latitude | 29.944708 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -90.125674 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 22071 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 32.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.39 |
| Below Poverty | 20.4% ▲ 104% above avg |
| College Grads | 60.6% ▲ 56% above avg |
| Unemployment | 7.0% ▲ 44% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 116 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,530 (18.3%) |
| Some College | 1,278 (6.6%) |
| Associates | 2,689 (13.9%) |
| Bachelors | 1,052 (5.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 10,649 (55.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $62,665 ▼ 18% below avg ↑ 28% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $451,600 ▲ 62% above avg ↑ 26% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 7.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,257/mo ↑ 24% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 15,464 |
| Vacant Units | 2,790 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.39 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 15,464 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 2,790 |
| Owner Occupied | 50.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 49.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.39 |
ZIP code 70118 is located in New Orleans, Louisiana, within Orleans County. With a population of 36,061, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 32.7 years. Economically, 70118 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $62,665 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 70118 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $451,600 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,257 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (50.4%) and renters (49.6%). Median home values have increased by 26% since 2019.
The population of 70118 is racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 47.0%. Residents are highly educated — 60.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 20.4%. Household income has grown by 28% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 70118 stands at 7.0%, which is above the national average. About 15% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 50%.
Overall, ZIP code 70118 in New Orleans, LA is characterized as solidly middle-class, highly educated, and a relatively young community. With 36,061 residents, a median household income of $62,665, and a median home value of $451,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Louisiana.