US ZIP Code
71277

Spearsville, LA

Union County  ·  Louisiana

● Active
👥 1,792 Population ↑ 21% since 2019
💰 $34,183 Median HH Income
▼ 55% below avg ↓ 31% since 2019
🎂 38.5 Median Age ↓ 2% since 2019
🏠 $84,500 Median Home Value
▼ 70% below avg ↑ 106% since 2019
🎓 13.5% College Grads
▼ 65% below avg
📊 10.9% Unemployment
▲ 123% above avg
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code71277
CitySpearsville
StateLouisiana (LA)
CountyUnion County
Area Code318
Elevation202 ft
Latitude32.943343
Longitude-92.550972
TimezoneChicago (DST)
FIPS22111
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 37.8% (677) Female 62.2% (1,115) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 36.9%Hispanic: 20.3%Black: 42%Other: 0.8%Race
White36.9%
Hispanic20.3%
Black42.0%
Other0.8%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
9%
5–17
17%
18–24
12%
25–44
24%
45–64
24%
65+
7%

Key Indicators

Median Age38.5 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019
Avg Household Size2.55
Below Poverty23.2% ▲ 132% above avg
College Grads13.5% ▼ 65% below avg
Unemployment10.9% ▲ 123% above avg
HS Graduate558 (56.5%)
Some College98 (9.9%)
Associates199 (20.1%)
Bachelors82 (8.3%)
Graduate Degree51 (5.2%)

Education

HS Grad: 56.5%Some College: 9.9%Associates: 20.1%Bachelors: 8.3%Graduate: 5.2%Edu
HS Grad56.5%
Some College9.9%
Associates20.1%
Bachelors8.3%
Graduate5.2%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 58.5%Renter: 41.5%Tenure
Owner58.5%
Renter41.5%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
29%
$50k–100k
25%
$100k–150k
18%
$150k–200k
6%
$200k–300k
12%
$300k–500k
6%
Over $500k
4%

Financials

Median HH Income$34,183 ▼ 55% below avg ↓ 31% since 2019
Median Home Value$84,500 ▼ 70% below avg ↑ 106% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio2.5x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$1,614/mo
Total Units921
Vacant Units218
Avg HH Size2.55

Income Distribution

Under $25k
38%
$25k–50k
18%
$50k–75k
27%
$75k–100k
6%
$100k–150k
7%
$150k–200k
3%
Over $200k
2%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
94%
Walked
4%
Work From Home
3%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
23%
15–30 min
32%
30–45 min
23%
Over 45 min
22%
Housing Stock

Year Built

Before 1940
3%
1940s–1950s
7%
1960s–1970s
15%
1980s–1990s
15%
2000+
60%

Summary

Total Units921
Vacant218
Owner Occupied58.5%
Renter Occupied41.5%
Avg HH Size2.55
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 71277 is in Spearsville, LA, in Union County.
ZIP code 71277 is located in Louisiana (LA).
ZIP code 71277 is in Union County, LA.
ZIP 71277 observes the Chicago timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 71277 is 1,792 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 71277 is $34,183 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 71277 is $84,500 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 71277

ZIP code 71277 is located in Spearsville, Louisiana, within Union County. With a population of 1,792, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 38.5 years. Economically, 71277 is a lower-income ZIP code: the median household income of $34,183 is well below the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 71277 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $84,500 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,614 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (58.5%) and renters (41.5%). Median home values have increased by 106% since 2019.

The population of 71277 is racially diverse, with Black as the largest group at 42.0%. Residents are less-educated — 13.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is well below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 23.2%. Household income has declined by 31% since 2019.

The unemployment rate in 71277 stands at 10.9%, which is more than double the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 86%.

Overall, ZIP code 71277 in Spearsville, LA is characterized as lower-income, less-educated, and a middle-aged community. With 1,792 residents, a median household income of $34,183, and a median home value of $84,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Louisiana.