US ZIP Code
70607

Lake Charles, LA

Calcasieu County  ·  Louisiana

● Active
👥 28,285 Population
💰 $58,427 Median HH Income
▼ 23% below avg ↑ 38% since 2019
🎂 32.9 Median Age
🏠 $171,700 Median Home Value
▼ 38% below avg ↑ 40% since 2019
🎓 32.5% College Grads
▼ 16% below avg
📊 8.2% Unemployment
▲ 68% above avg ↓ 9% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code70607
CityLake Charles
StateLouisiana (LA)
CountyCalcasieu County
Area Code337
Elevation7 ft
Latitude30.038451
Longitude-93.190093
TimezoneChicago (DST)
FIPS22019
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 51.7% (14,615) Female 48.3% (13,670) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 46.2%Hispanic: 6.3%Black: 36.3%Asian: 2.2%Other: 8.4%Race
White46.2%
Hispanic6.3%
Black36.3%
Asian2.2%
Other8.4%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
8%
5–17
17%
18–24
14%
25–44
28%
45–64
20%
65+
6%

Key Indicators

Median Age32.9 yrs
Avg Household Size2.75
Below Poverty25.9% ▲ 159% above avg
College Grads32.5% ▼ 16% below avg
Unemployment8.2% ▲ 68% above avg
No HS Diploma392 (2.5%)
HS Graduate4,684 (30.3%)
Some College2,855 (18.5%)
Associates2,494 (16.1%)
Bachelors2,128 (13.8%)
Graduate Degree2,890 (18.7%)

Education

No HS: 2.5%HS Grad: 30.3%Some College: 18.5%Associates: 16.1%Bachelors: 13.8%Graduate: 18.7%Edu
No HS2.5%
HS Grad30.3%
Some College18.5%
Associates16.1%
Bachelors13.8%
Graduate18.7%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 63.4%Renter: 36.6%Tenure
Owner63.4%
Renter36.6%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
15%
$50k–100k
19%
$100k–150k
11%
$150k–200k
16%
$200k–300k
22%
$300k–500k
15%
Over $500k
2%

Financials

Median HH Income$58,427 ▼ 23% below avg ↑ 38% since 2019
Median Home Value$171,700 ▼ 38% below avg ↑ 40% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio2.9x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$1,053/mo ↑ 29% since 2019
Total Units13,692
Vacant Units3,436
Avg HH Size2.75

Income Distribution

Under $25k
25%
$25k–50k
16%
$50k–75k
19%
$75k–100k
13%
$100k–150k
18%
$150k–200k
6%
Over $200k
3%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
91%
Public Transit
0%
Walked
4%
Work From Home
4%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
34%
15–30 min
42%
30–45 min
16%
Over 45 min
8%
Housing Stock

Year Built

Before 1940
1%
1940s–1950s
13%
1960s–1970s
11%
1980s–1990s
13%
2000+
62%

Summary

Total Units13,692
Vacant3,436
Owner Occupied63.4%
Renter Occupied36.6%
Avg HH Size2.75
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 70607 is in Lake Charles, LA, in Calcasieu County.
ZIP code 70607 is located in Louisiana (LA).
ZIP code 70607 is in Calcasieu County, LA.
ZIP 70607 observes the Chicago timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 70607 is 28,285 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 70607 is $58,427 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 70607 is $171,700 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 70607

ZIP code 70607 is located in Lake Charles, Louisiana, within Calcasieu County. With a population of 28,285, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 32.9 years. Economically, 70607 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $58,427 is below the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 70607 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $171,700 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,053 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 63.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 40% since 2019.

The population of 70607 is racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 46.2%. Residents are moderately educated — 32.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 25.9%. Household income has grown by 38% since 2019.

The unemployment rate in 70607 stands at 8.2%, which is significantly above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 78%.

Overall, ZIP code 70607 in Lake Charles, LA is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 28,285 residents, a median household income of $58,427, and a median home value of $171,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Louisiana.