US ZIP Code
71423

Dry Prong, LA

Grant County  ·  Louisiana

● Active
👥 5,058 Population ↑ 9% since 2019
💰 $62,819 Median HH Income
▼ 18% below avg ↑ 19% since 2019
🎂 37.8 Median Age ↑ 9% since 2019
🏠 $123,700 Median Home Value
▼ 56% below avg ↓ 7% since 2019
🎓 28.1% College Grads
▼ 27% below avg
📊 4.2% Unemployment
▼ 15% below avg ↓ 26% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code71423
CityDry Prong
StateLouisiana (LA)
CountyGrant County
Area Code318
Elevation215 ft
Latitude31.603431
Longitude-92.553342
TimezoneChicago (DST)
FIPS22043
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 51.9% (2,624) Female 48.1% (2,434) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 91%Hispanic: 0.6%Black: 2%Other: 6.5%Race
White91.0%
Hispanic0.6%
Black2.0%
Other6.5%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
6%
5–17
21%
18–24
8%
25–44
23%
45–64
27%
65+
9%

Key Indicators

Median Age37.8 yrs ↑ 9% since 2019
Avg Household Size2.77
Below Poverty11.5% ▲ 15% above avg
College Grads28.1% ▼ 27% below avg
Unemployment4.2% ▼ 15% below avg
No HS Diploma98 (3.4%)
HS Graduate1,156 (40%)
Some College364 (12.6%)
Associates461 (15.9%)
Bachelors441 (15.2%)
Graduate Degree373 (12.9%)

Education

No HS: 3.4%HS Grad: 40%Some College: 12.6%Associates: 15.9%Bachelors: 15.2%Graduate: 12.9%Edu
No HS3.4%
HS Grad40.0%
Some College12.6%
Associates15.9%
Bachelors15.2%
Graduate12.9%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 89%Renter: 11%Tenure
Owner89.0%
Renter11.0%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
19%
$50k–100k
16%
$100k–150k
17%
$150k–200k
20%
$200k–300k
19%
$300k–500k
8%
Over $500k
2%

Financials

Median HH Income$62,819 ▼ 18% below avg ↑ 19% since 2019
Median Home Value$123,700 ▼ 56% below avg ↓ 7% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio2.0x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$944/mo ↑ 6% since 2019
Total Units2,273
Vacant Units449
Avg HH Size2.77

Income Distribution

Under $25k
18%
$25k–50k
18%
$50k–75k
24%
$75k–100k
16%
$100k–150k
14%
$150k–200k
9%
Over $200k
1%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
93%
Public Transit
0%
Walked
3%
Work From Home
5%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
29%
15–30 min
53%
30–45 min
14%
Over 45 min
4%
Housing Stock

Year Built

Before 1940
1%
1940s–1950s
3%
1960s–1970s
16%
1980s–1990s
19%
2000+
61%

Summary

Total Units2,273
Vacant449
Owner Occupied89.0%
Renter Occupied11.0%
Avg HH Size2.77
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 71423 is in Dry Prong, LA, in Grant County.
ZIP code 71423 is located in Louisiana (LA).
ZIP code 71423 is in Grant County, LA.
ZIP 71423 observes the Chicago timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 71423 is 5,058 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 71423 is $62,819 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 71423 is $123,700 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 71423

ZIP code 71423 is located in Dry Prong, Louisiana, within Grant County. With a population of 5,058, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.8 years. Economically, 71423 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $62,819 is below the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 71423 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $123,700 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $944 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 89.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have decreased by 7% since 2019.

The population of 71423 is primarily White (90.96%). Residents are moderately educated — 28.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 11.5%. Household income has grown by 19% since 2019.

The unemployment rate in 71423 stands at 4.2%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 88%.

Overall, ZIP code 71423 in Dry Prong, LA is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 5,058 residents, a median household income of $62,819, and a median home value of $123,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Louisiana.