| ZIP Code | 71245 |
|---|---|
| City | Grambling |
| State | Louisiana (LA) |
| County | Lincoln County |
| Area Code | 318 |
| Elevation | 332 ft |
| Latitude | 32.526936 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -92.71556 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 22061 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 20.9 yrs ↓ 14% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.03 |
| Below Poverty | 35.2% ▲ 252% above avg |
| College Grads | 48.6% ▲ 25% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.8% ▲ 18% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 14 (0.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 420 (28.2%) |
| Some College | 103 (6.9%) |
| Associates | 228 (15.3%) |
| Bachelors | 170 (11.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 553 (37.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $22,500 ▼ 71% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $145,800 ▼ 48% below avg ↑ 37% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $540/mo ↓ 21% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,690 |
| Vacant Units | 334 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.03 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,690 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 334 |
| Owner Occupied | 34.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 65.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.03 |
ZIP code 71245 is located in Grambling, Louisiana, within Lincoln County. With a population of 4,176, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a young community — the median age is 20.9 years. Economically, 71245 is a lower-income ZIP code: the median household income of $22,500 is well below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 71245 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $145,800 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $540 per month in median rent. This is predominantly a renter community, with 65.9% of occupied units rented — typical of urban and transitional neighborhoods. Median home values have increased by 37% since 2019.
The population of 71245 is primarily Black (85.27%). Residents are well-educated — 48.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 35.2%.
The unemployment rate in 71245 stands at 5.8%, which is above the national average. A notably high share of workers — 32% — work from home, reflecting the professional makeup of the area. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 46%.
Overall, ZIP code 71245 in Grambling, LA is characterized as lower-income, well-educated, and a young community. With 4,176 residents, a median household income of $22,500, and a median home value of $145,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Louisiana.