| ZIP Code | 71259 |
|---|---|
| City | Mangham |
| State | Louisiana (LA) |
| County | Richland County |
| Area Code | 318 |
| Elevation | 70 ft |
| Latitude | 32.259266 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -91.848657 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 22083 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 44.9 yrs ↓ 13% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.18 |
| Below Poverty | 14.7% ▲ 47% above avg |
| College Grads | 38.8% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 8.7% ▲ 77% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 42 (3.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 318 (26.4%) |
| Some College | 185 (15.4%) |
| Associates | 192 (15.9%) |
| Bachelors | 75 (6.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 392 (32.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $55,341 ▼ 27% below avg ↑ 41% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $126,300 ▼ 55% below avg ↑ 51% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $781/mo ↓ 3% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 883 |
| Vacant Units | 96 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.18 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 883 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 96 |
| Owner Occupied | 81.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 18.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.18 |
ZIP code 71259 is located in Mangham, Louisiana, within Richland County. With a population of 1,713, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 44.9 years. Economically, 71259 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $55,341 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 71259 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $126,300 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $781 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 81.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 51% since 2019.
The population of 71259 is primarily White (77.47%). Residents are moderately educated — 38.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 14.7%. Household income has grown by 41% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 71259 stands at 8.7%, which is significantly above the national average. About 13% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 76%.
Overall, ZIP code 71259 in Mangham, LA is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 1,713 residents, a median household income of $55,341, and a median home value of $126,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Louisiana.