| ZIP Code | 71270 |
|---|---|
| City | Ruston |
| State | Louisiana (LA) |
| County | Lincoln County |
| Area Code | 318 |
| Elevation | 300 ft |
| Latitude | 32.489856 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -92.643874 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 22061 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 28.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.49 |
| Below Poverty | 31.8% ▲ 218% above avg |
| College Grads | 47.2% ▲ 22% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.9% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 173 (1.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,503 (28%) |
| Some College | 1,834 (11.4%) |
| Associates | 1,983 (12.3%) |
| Bachelors | 856 (5.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,727 (41.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $37,599 ▼ 51% below avg ↑ 12% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $218,600 ▼ 22% below avg ↑ 31% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $819/mo ↑ 10% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 14,238 |
| Vacant Units | 1,460 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.49 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 14,238 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,460 |
| Owner Occupied | 49.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 50.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.49 |
ZIP code 71270 is located in Ruston, Louisiana, within Lincoln County. With a population of 32,747, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a young community — the median age is 28.4 years. Economically, 71270 is a lower-income ZIP code: the median household income of $37,599 is well below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 71270 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $218,600 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $819 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (49.6%) and renters (50.4%). Median home values have increased by 31% since 2019.
The population of 71270 is majority White (51.02%). Residents are well-educated — 47.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 31.8%. Household income has grown by 12% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 71270 stands at 4.9%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 80%.
Overall, ZIP code 71270 in Ruston, LA is characterized as lower-income, well-educated, and a young community. With 32,747 residents, a median household income of $37,599, and a median home value of $218,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Louisiana.