| ZIP Code | 70560 |
|---|---|
| City | New Iberia |
| State | Louisiana (LA) |
| County | Iberia County |
| Area Code | 337 |
| Elevation | 2 ft |
| Latitude | 29.937141 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -91.864508 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 22045 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.1 yrs ↑ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.58 |
| Below Poverty | 25.7% ▲ 157% above avg |
| College Grads | 20.6% ▼ 47% below avg |
| Unemployment | 7.6% ▲ 56% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 413 (2.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 9,240 (45.9%) |
| Some College | 3,370 (16.7%) |
| Associates | 2,950 (14.7%) |
| Bachelors | 1,578 (7.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,569 (12.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $48,296 ▼ 37% below avg ↑ 18% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $126,500 ▼ 55% below avg ↑ 44% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $886/mo ↑ 17% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 16,970 |
| Vacant Units | 2,691 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.58 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 16,970 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 2,691 |
| Owner Occupied | 57.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 42.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.58 |
ZIP code 70560 is located in New Iberia, Louisiana, within Iberia County. With a population of 37,589, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36.1 years. Economically, 70560 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $48,296 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 70560 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $126,500 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $886 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (57.1%) and renters (42.9%). Median home values have increased by 44% since 2019.
The population of 70560 is majority White (51.74%). Residents are less-educated — 20.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 25.7%. Household income has grown by 18% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 70560 stands at 7.6%, which is significantly above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 82%.
Overall, ZIP code 70560 in New Iberia, LA is characterized as working-class, less-educated, and a relatively young community. With 37,589 residents, a median household income of $48,296, and a median home value of $126,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Louisiana.