| ZIP Code | 70806 |
|---|---|
| City | Baton Rouge |
| State | Louisiana (LA) |
| County | East Baton Rouge Parish County |
| Area Code | 225 |
| Elevation | 52 ft |
| Latitude | 30.448797 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -91.124704 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 22033 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.27 |
| Below Poverty | 21.8% ▲ 118% above avg |
| College Grads | 47.2% ▲ 22% above avg |
| Unemployment | 9.0% ▲ 84% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 180 (1.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,245 (25.6%) |
| Some College | 1,827 (11%) |
| Associates | 2,498 (15.1%) |
| Bachelors | 814 (4.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,997 (42.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $53,430 ▼ 30% below avg ↑ 19% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $321,400 ▲ 15% above avg ↑ 35% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,014/mo ↑ 23% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 14,972 |
| Vacant Units | 2,712 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.27 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 14,972 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 2,712 |
| Owner Occupied | 42.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 57.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.27 |
ZIP code 70806 is located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, within East Baton Rouge Parish County. With a population of 28,551, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 34.5 years. Economically, 70806 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $53,430 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 70806 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $321,400 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,014 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (42.9%) and renters (57.1%). Median home values have increased by 35% since 2019.
The population of 70806 is racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 48.2%. Residents are well-educated — 47.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 21.8%. Household income has grown by 19% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 70806 stands at 9.0%, which is significantly above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 76%.
Overall, ZIP code 70806 in Baton Rouge, LA is characterized as working-class, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 28,551 residents, a median household income of $53,430, and a median home value of $321,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Louisiana.