| ZIP Code | 70363 |
|---|---|
| City | Houma |
| State | Louisiana (LA) |
| County | Terrebonne County |
| Area Code | 985 |
| Elevation | 4 ft |
| Latitude | 29.506722 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -90.700777 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 22109 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.56 |
| Below Poverty | 23.0% ▲ 130% above avg |
| College Grads | 19.8% ▼ 49% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.4% ▲ 11% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 351 (2.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,801 (47.3%) |
| Some College | 2,220 (18.1%) |
| Associates | 1,464 (11.9%) |
| Bachelors | 1,256 (10.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,177 (9.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $44,828 ▼ 41% below avg ↑ 21% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $143,800 ▼ 48% below avg ↑ 20% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,054/mo ↑ 39% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 10,449 |
| Vacant Units | 1,092 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.56 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 10,449 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,092 |
| Owner Occupied | 71.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 28.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.56 |
ZIP code 70363 is located in Houma, Louisiana, within Terrebonne County. With a population of 24,668, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 34.8 years. Economically, 70363 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $44,828 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 70363 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $143,800 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,054 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 71.9% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 20% since 2019.
The population of 70363 is majority White (57.25%). Residents are less-educated — 19.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 23.0%. Household income has grown by 21% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 70363 stands at 5.4%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 77%.
Overall, ZIP code 70363 in Houma, LA is characterized as working-class, less-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 24,668 residents, a median household income of $44,828, and a median home value of $143,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Louisiana.