US ZIP Code
70740

Grosse Tete, LA

Iberville County  ·  Louisiana

● Active
👥 883 Population ↓ 45% since 2019
💰 $65,179 Median HH Income
▼ 15% below avg ↑ 48% since 2019
🎂 46.2 Median Age ↑ 13% since 2019
🏠 $126,400 Median Home Value
▼ 55% below avg ↑ 29% since 2019
🎓 26.5% College Grads
▼ 32% below avg
📊 16.8% Unemployment
▲ 244% above avg ↑ 258% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code70740
CityGrosse Tete
StateLouisiana (LA)
CountyIberville County
Area Code225
Elevation9 ft
Latitude30.317541
Longitude-91.435993
TimezoneChicago (DST)
FIPS22047
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 39.2% (346) Female 60.8% (537) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 89.7%Black: 10%Other: 0.3%Race
White89.7%
Black10.0%
Other0.3%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
4%
5–17
13%
18–24
9%
25–44
23%
45–64
29%
65+
14%

Key Indicators

Median Age46.2 yrs ↑ 13% since 2019
Avg Household Size2.39
Below Poverty10.1% ≈ Avg
College Grads26.5% ▼ 32% below avg
Unemployment16.8% ▲ 244% above avg
No HS Diploma4 (0.7%)
HS Graduate316 (52.7%)
Some College85 (14.2%)
Associates36 (6%)
Bachelors88 (14.7%)
Graduate Degree71 (11.8%)

Education

No HS: 0.7%HS Grad: 52.7%Some College: 14.2%Associates: 6%Bachelors: 14.7%Graduate: 11.8%Edu
No HS0.7%
HS Grad52.7%
Some College14.2%
Associates6.0%
Bachelors14.7%
Graduate11.8%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 90.2%Renter: 9.8%Tenure
Owner90.2%
Renter9.8%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
8%
$50k–100k
11%
$100k–150k
38%
$150k–200k
31%
$200k–300k
8%
$300k–500k
4%

Financials

Median HH Income$65,179 ▼ 15% below avg ↑ 48% since 2019
Median Home Value$126,400 ▼ 55% below avg ↑ 29% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio1.9x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Total Units577
Vacant Units208
Avg HH Size2.39

Income Distribution

Under $25k
15%
$25k–50k
8%
$50k–75k
32%
$75k–100k
23%
$100k–150k
9%
$150k–200k
5%
Over $200k
7%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
86%
Work From Home
14%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
11%
15–30 min
17%
30–45 min
40%
Over 45 min
32%
Housing Stock

Year Built

1940s–1950s
3%
1960s–1970s
9%
1980s–1990s
21%
2000+
67%

Summary

Total Units577
Vacant208
Owner Occupied90.2%
Renter Occupied9.8%
Avg HH Size2.39
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 70740 is in Grosse Tete, LA, in Iberville County.
ZIP code 70740 is located in Louisiana (LA).
ZIP code 70740 is in Iberville County, LA.
ZIP 70740 observes the Chicago timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 70740 is 883 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 70740 is $65,179 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 70740 is $126,400 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 70740

ZIP code 70740 is located in Grosse Tete, Louisiana, within Iberville County. With a population of 883, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 46.2 years. Economically, 70740 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $65,179 is near the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 70740 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $126,400 is well below the national average. Homeownership is strong here — 90.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 29% since 2019.

The population of 70740 is primarily White (89.69%). Residents are moderately educated — 26.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 10.1%. Household income has grown by 48% since 2019.

The unemployment rate in 70740 stands at 16.8%, which is more than double the national average. About 14% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 83%.

Overall, ZIP code 70740 in Grosse Tete, LA is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 883 residents, a median household income of $65,179, and a median home value of $126,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Louisiana.