US ZIP Code
71079

Summerfield, LA

Claiborne County  ·  Louisiana

● Active
👥 236 Population ↑ 9% since 2019
💰 $38,459 Median HH Income
▼ 50% below avg ↑ 24% since 2019
🎂 62.2 Median Age ↑ 20% since 2019
🏠 $84,800 Median Home Value
▼ 70% below avg ↓ 55% since 2019
🎓 42.1% College Grads
▲ 9% above avg
📊 0.0% Unemployment
▼ 100% below avg
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code71079
CitySummerfield
StateLouisiana (LA)
CountyClaiborne County
Area Code318
Elevation156 ft
Latitude32.95697
Longitude-92.808435
TimezoneChicago (DST)
FIPS22027
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 31.4% (74) Female 68.6% (162) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 49.6%Black: 3.4%Other: 47%Race
White49.6%
Black3.4%
Other47.0%

Age Breakdown

5–17
22%
18–24
25%
45–64
27%
65+
23%

Key Indicators

Median Age62.2 yrs ↑ 20% since 2019
Avg Household Size2.17
Below Poverty19.1% ▲ 91% above avg
College Grads42.1% ▲ 9% above avg
Unemployment0.0% ▼ 100% below avg
HS Graduate8 (9.1%)
Associates43 (48.9%)
Bachelors13 (14.8%)
Graduate Degree24 (27.3%)

Education

HS Grad: 9.1%Associates: 48.9%Bachelors: 14.8%Graduate: 27.3%Edu
HS Grad9.1%
Associates48.9%
Bachelors14.8%
Graduate27.3%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 92.7%Renter: 7.3%Tenure
Owner92.7%
Renter7.3%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
30%
$50k–100k
43%
$150k–200k
13%
Over $500k
15%

Financials

Median HH Income$38,459 ▼ 50% below avg ↑ 24% since 2019
Median Home Value$84,800 ▼ 70% below avg ↓ 55% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio2.2x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Total Units109
Avg HH Size2.17

Income Distribution

Under $25k
58%
$50k–75k
23%
$100k–150k
20%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
100%

Commute Time

15–30 min
77%
Over 45 min
23%
Housing Stock

Year Built

1960s–1970s
43%
2000+
57%

Summary

Total Units109
Owner Occupied92.7%
Renter Occupied7.3%
Avg HH Size2.17
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 71079 is in Summerfield, LA, in Claiborne County.
ZIP code 71079 is located in Louisiana (LA).
ZIP code 71079 is in Claiborne County, LA.
ZIP 71079 observes the Chicago timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 71079 is 236 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 71079 is $38,459 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 71079 is $84,800 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 71079

ZIP code 71079 is located in Summerfield, Louisiana, within Claiborne County. With a population of 236, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 62.2 years. Economically, 71079 is a lower-income ZIP code: the median household income of $38,459 is below the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 71079 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $84,800 is well below the national average. Homeownership is strong here — 92.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have decreased by 55% since 2019.

The population of 71079 is racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 49.6%. Residents are well-educated — 42.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 19.1%. Household income has grown by 24% since 2019.

Overall, ZIP code 71079 in Summerfield, LA is characterized as lower-income, well-educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 236 residents, a median household income of $38,459, and a median home value of $84,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Louisiana.