| ZIP Code | 70607 |
|---|---|
| City | Lake Charles |
| State | Louisiana (LA) |
| County | Calcasieu County |
| Area Code | 337 |
| Elevation | 7 ft |
| Latitude | 30.038451 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -93.190093 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 22019 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 32.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.75 |
| Below Poverty | 25.9% ▲ 159% above avg |
| College Grads | 32.5% ▼ 16% below avg |
| Unemployment | 8.2% ▲ 68% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 392 (2.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,684 (30.3%) |
| Some College | 2,855 (18.5%) |
| Associates | 2,494 (16.1%) |
| Bachelors | 2,128 (13.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,890 (18.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
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 Ratio | 2.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,053/mo ↑ 29% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 13,692 |
| Vacant Units | 3,436 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.75 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 13,692 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 3,436 |
| Owner Occupied | 63.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 36.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.75 |
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.