| ZIP Code | 70816 |
|---|---|
| City | Baton Rouge |
| State | Louisiana (LA) |
| County | East Baton Rouge Parish County |
| Area Code | 225 |
| Elevation | 39 ft |
| Latitude | 30.426892 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -91.027834 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 22033 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 32.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.46 |
| Below Poverty | 12.1% ▲ 21% above avg |
| College Grads | 43.5% ▲ 12% above avg |
| Unemployment | 7.5% ▲ 52% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 264 (0.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 6,604 (23.5%) |
| Some College | 2,942 (10.5%) |
| Associates | 6,059 (21.6%) |
| Bachelors | 2,098 (7.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 10,121 (36%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $65,894 ▼ 14% below avg ↑ 27% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $232,300 ▼ 17% below avg ↑ 26% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,155/mo ↑ 20% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 21,024 |
| Vacant Units | 2,739 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.46 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 21,024 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 2,739 |
| Owner Occupied | 49.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 50.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.46 |
ZIP code 70816 is located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, within East Baton Rouge Parish County. With a population of 45,207, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 32.6 years. Economically, 70816 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $65,894 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 70816 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $232,300 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,155 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (49.8%) and renters (50.3%). Median home values have increased by 26% since 2019.
The population of 70816 is racially diverse, with Black as the largest group at 40.8%. Residents are well-educated — 43.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 12.1%. Household income has grown by 27% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 70816 stands at 7.5%, which is significantly above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 80%.
Overall, ZIP code 70816 in Baton Rouge, LA is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 45,207 residents, a median household income of $65,894, and a median home value of $232,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Louisiana.