| ZIP Code | 71282 |
|---|---|
| City | Tallulah |
| State | Louisiana (LA) |
| County | Madison County |
| Area Code | 318 |
| Elevation | 82 ft |
| Latitude | 32.346878 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -91.231932 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 22065 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.1 yrs ↓ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.77 |
| Below Poverty | 32.2% ▲ 222% above avg |
| College Grads | 22.4% ▼ 42% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.3% ▲ 8% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 172 (3.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,503 (32.2%) |
| Some College | 921 (19.8%) |
| Associates | 1,021 (21.9%) |
| Bachelors | 267 (5.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 777 (16.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $37,344 ▼ 51% below avg ↑ 24% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $91,200 ▼ 67% below avg ↑ 16% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $618/mo ↑ 2% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 3,889 |
| Vacant Units | 1,131 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.77 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 3,889 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,131 |
| Owner Occupied | 53.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 46.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.77 |
ZIP code 71282 is located in Tallulah, Louisiana, within Madison County. With a population of 8,998, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 34.1 years. Economically, 71282 is a lower-income ZIP code: the median household income of $37,344 is well below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 71282 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $91,200 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $618 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (53.9%) and renters (46.1%). Median home values have increased by 16% since 2019.
The population of 71282 is majority Black (67.10%). Residents are less-educated — 22.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 32.2%. Household income has grown by 24% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 71282 stands at 5.3%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 84%.
Overall, ZIP code 71282 in Tallulah, LA is characterized as lower-income, less-educated, and a relatively young community. With 8,998 residents, a median household income of $37,344, and a median home value of $91,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Louisiana.