| ZIP Code | 71424 |
|---|---|
| City | Elmer |
| State | Louisiana (LA) |
| County | Rapides County |
| Area Code | 318 |
| Elevation | 240 ft |
| Latitude | 31.1795 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -92.696673 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 22079 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 33.7 yrs ↓ 14% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.72 |
| Below Poverty | 2.1% ▼ 79% below avg |
| College Grads | 23.3% ▼ 40% below avg |
| Unemployment | 2.4% ▼ 52% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 405 (52.1%) |
| Some College | 147 (18.9%) |
| Associates | 45 (5.8%) |
| Bachelors | 19 (2.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 162 (20.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $63,068 ▼ 17% below avg ↓ 26% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $124,300 ▼ 55% below avg ↑ 60% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Total Units | 546 |
| Vacant Units | 30 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.72 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 546 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 30 |
| Owner Occupied | 93.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 7.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.72 |
ZIP code 71424 is located in Elmer, Louisiana, within Rapides County. With a population of 1,401, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 33.7 years. Economically, 71424 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $63,068 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 71424 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $124,300 is well below the national average. Homeownership is strong here — 93.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 60% since 2019.
The population of 71424 is primarily White (98.00%). Residents are less-educated — 23.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 2.1%. Household income has declined by 26% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 71424 stands at 2.4%, which is well below the national average. About 17% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 76%.
Overall, ZIP code 71424 in Elmer, LA is characterized as solidly middle-class, less-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 1,401 residents, a median household income of $63,068, and a median home value of $124,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Louisiana.