| ZIP Code | 70785 |
|---|---|
| City | Walker |
| State | Louisiana (LA) |
| County | Livingston County |
| Area Code | 225 |
| Elevation | 61 ft |
| Latitude | 30.557101 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -90.819236 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 22063 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.88 |
| Below Poverty | 12.1% ▲ 21% above avg |
| College Grads | 26.7% ▼ 31% below avg |
| Unemployment | 3.5% ▼ 28% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 215 (1.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,461 (40.1%) |
| Some College | 2,020 (14.8%) |
| Associates | 2,305 (16.9%) |
| Bachelors | 939 (6.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,695 (19.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $84,551 ▲ 11% above avg ↑ 39% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $235,100 ▼ 16% below avg ↑ 38% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,059/mo ↑ 26% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 8,555 |
| Vacant Units | 614 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.88 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 8,555 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 614 |
| Owner Occupied | 83.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 16.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.88 |
ZIP code 70785 is located in Walker, Louisiana, within Livingston County. With a population of 22,863, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36.7 years. Economically, 70785 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $84,551 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 70785 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $235,100 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,059 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 83.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 38% since 2019.
The population of 70785 is primarily White (88.39%). Residents are moderately educated — 26.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 12.1%. Household income has grown by 39% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 70785 stands at 3.5%, which is below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 87%.
Overall, ZIP code 70785 in Walker, LA is characterized as middle-income, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 22,863 residents, a median household income of $84,551, and a median home value of $235,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Louisiana.