| ZIP Code | 71037 |
|---|---|
| City | Haughton |
| State | Louisiana (LA) |
| County | Bossier County |
| Area Code | 318 |
| Elevation | 262 ft |
| Latitude | 32.475082 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -93.48762 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 22015 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.82 |
| Below Poverty | 15.3% ▲ 53% above avg |
| College Grads | 32.5% ▼ 16% below avg |
| Unemployment | 6.3% ▲ 30% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 172 (1.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,570 (26.6%) |
| Some College | 2,479 (18.5%) |
| Associates | 2,833 (21.1%) |
| Bachelors | 1,221 (9.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,129 (23.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $71,175 ≈ Avg ↑ 41% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $205,200 ▼ 26% below avg ↑ 23% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,304/mo ↑ 36% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 8,554 |
| Vacant Units | 810 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.82 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 8,554 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 810 |
| Owner Occupied | 86.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 13.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.82 |
ZIP code 71037 is located in Haughton, Louisiana, within Bossier County. With a population of 21,834, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.3 years. Economically, 71037 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $71,175 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 71037 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $205,200 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,304 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 86.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 23% since 2019.
The population of 71037 is primarily White (75.83%). Residents are moderately educated — 32.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 15.3%. Household income has grown by 41% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 71037 stands at 6.3%, which is above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 82%.
Overall, ZIP code 71037 in Haughton, LA is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 21,834 residents, a median household income of $71,175, and a median home value of $205,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Louisiana.