| ZIP Code | 70586 |
|---|---|
| City | Ville Platte |
| State | Louisiana (LA) |
| County | Evangeline County |
| Area Code | 337 |
| Elevation | 94 ft |
| Latitude | 30.727263 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -92.356045 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 22039 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.61 |
| Below Poverty | 21.4% ▲ 114% above avg |
| College Grads | 26.9% ▼ 31% below avg |
| Unemployment | 11.6% ▲ 137% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 411 (4.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,644 (37.3%) |
| Some College | 1,931 (19.7%) |
| Associates | 1,167 (11.9%) |
| Bachelors | 1,035 (10.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,591 (16.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $43,375 ▼ 43% below avg ↑ 36% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $131,800 ▼ 53% below avg ↑ 43% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $705/mo ↑ 17% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 8,626 |
| Vacant Units | 1,465 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.61 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 8,626 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,465 |
| Owner Occupied | 65.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 35.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.61 |
ZIP code 70586 is located in Ville Platte, Louisiana, within Evangeline County. With a population of 18,939, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36.6 years. Economically, 70586 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $43,375 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 70586 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $131,800 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $705 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 65.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 43% since 2019.
The population of 70586 is majority White (60.85%). Residents are moderately educated — 26.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 21.4%. Household income has grown by 36% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 70586 stands at 11.6%, which is more than double the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 81%.
Overall, ZIP code 70586 in Ville Platte, LA is characterized as working-class, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 18,939 residents, a median household income of $43,375, and a median home value of $131,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Louisiana.