| ZIP Code | 70808 |
|---|---|
| City | Baton Rouge |
| State | Louisiana (LA) |
| County | East Baton Rouge Parish County |
| Area Code | 225 |
| Elevation | 21 ft |
| Latitude | 30.404146 |
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| Longitude | -91.139137 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 22033 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 31.4 yrs ↑ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.21 |
| Below Poverty | 20.4% ▲ 104% above avg |
| College Grads | 68.6% ▲ 77% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.5% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 191 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,166 (11%) |
| Some College | 1,346 (6.9%) |
| Associates | 2,456 (12.5%) |
| Bachelors | 1,166 (5.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 12,294 (62.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $69,078 ▼ 9% below avg ↓ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $392,600 ▲ 41% above avg ↑ 31% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,283/mo ↑ 28% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 18,833 |
| Vacant Units | 2,778 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.21 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 18,833 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 2,778 |
| Owner Occupied | 53.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 46.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.21 |
ZIP code 70808 is located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, within East Baton Rouge Parish County. With a population of 36,513, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 31.4 years. Economically, 70808 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $69,078 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 70808 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $392,600 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,283 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (53.2%) and renters (46.8%). Median home values have increased by 31% since 2019.
The population of 70808 is majority White (65.87%). Residents are highly educated — 68.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 20.4%. Household income has declined by 4% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 70808 stands at 4.5%, which is near the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 75%.
Overall, ZIP code 70808 in Baton Rouge, LA is characterized as solidly middle-class, highly educated, and a relatively young community. With 36,513 residents, a median household income of $69,078, and a median home value of $392,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Louisiana.