| ZIP Code | 70668 |
|---|---|
| City | Vinton |
| State | Louisiana (LA) |
| County | Calcasieu County |
| Area Code | 337 |
| Elevation | 14 ft |
| Latitude | 30.175044 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -93.605585 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 22019 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.00 |
| Below Poverty | 25.5% ▲ 155% above avg |
| College Grads | 19.0% ▼ 51% below avg |
| Unemployment | 3.2% ▼ 34% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 55 (1.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,054 (54%) |
| Some College | 575 (15.1%) |
| Associates | 396 (10.4%) |
| Bachelors | 317 (8.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 404 (10.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $48,492 ▼ 36% below avg ↓ 6% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $141,800 ▼ 49% below avg ↑ 33% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $957/mo ↑ 40% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 2,650 |
| Vacant Units | 549 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.00 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,650 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 549 |
| Owner Occupied | 71.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 29.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.00 |
ZIP code 70668 is located in Vinton, Louisiana, within Calcasieu County. With a population of 6,347, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 35.5 years. Economically, 70668 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $48,492 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 70668 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $141,800 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $957 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 71.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 33% since 2019.
The population of 70668 is primarily White (78.64%). Residents are less-educated — 19.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is well below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 25.5%. Household income has declined by 6% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 70668 stands at 3.2%, which is below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 84%.
Overall, ZIP code 70668 in Vinton, LA is characterized as working-class, less-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 6,347 residents, a median household income of $48,492, and a median home value of $141,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Louisiana.