US ZIP Code
71435

Grayson, LA

Caldwell County  ·  Louisiana

● Active
👥 3,533 Population ↓ 4% since 2019
💰 $69,792 Median HH Income
▼ 9% below avg ↑ 38% since 2019
🎂 45.5 Median Age ↑ 8% since 2019
🏠 $137,300 Median Home Value
▼ 51% below avg ↑ 62% since 2019
🎓 21.6% College Grads
▼ 44% below avg
📊 6.0% Unemployment
▲ 23% above avg ↑ 107% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code71435
CityGrayson
StateLouisiana (LA)
CountyCaldwell County
Area Code318
Elevation135 ft
Latitude32.025951
Longitude-92.152261
TimezoneChicago (DST)
FIPS22021
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 51.2% (1,808) Female 48.8% (1,725) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 84.4%Hispanic: 1.1%Black: 11.3%Other: 2.8%Race
White84.4%
Hispanic1.1%
Black11.3%
Other2.8%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
4%
5–17
16%
18–24
4%
25–44
24%
45–64
27%
65+
11%

Key Indicators

Median Age45.5 yrs ↑ 8% since 2019
Avg Household Size2.26
Below Poverty20.8% ▲ 108% above avg
College Grads21.6% ▼ 44% below avg
Unemployment6.0% ▲ 23% above avg
No HS Diploma18 (0.8%)
HS Graduate1,136 (48.8%)
Some College330 (14.2%)
Associates341 (14.6%)
Bachelors109 (4.7%)
Graduate Degree395 (17%)

Education

No HS: 0.8%HS Grad: 48.8%Some College: 14.2%Associates: 14.6%Bachelors: 4.7%Graduate: 17%Edu
No HS0.8%
HS Grad48.8%
Some College14.2%
Associates14.6%
Bachelors4.7%
Graduate17.0%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 72%Renter: 28.1%Tenure
Owner72.0%
Renter28.1%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
18%
$50k–100k
19%
$100k–150k
15%
$150k–200k
10%
$200k–300k
24%
$300k–500k
12%
Over $500k
1%

Financials

Median HH Income$69,792 ▼ 9% below avg ↑ 38% since 2019
Median Home Value$137,300 ▼ 51% below avg ↑ 62% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio2.0x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$899/mo ↑ 30% since 2019
Total Units1,691
Vacant Units215
Avg HH Size2.26

Income Distribution

Under $25k
29%
$25k–50k
13%
$50k–75k
19%
$75k–100k
11%
$100k–150k
20%
$150k–200k
3%
Over $200k
6%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
87%
Walked
1%
Work From Home
11%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
17%
15–30 min
40%
30–45 min
23%
Over 45 min
20%
Housing Stock

Year Built

Before 1940
4%
1940s–1950s
3%
1960s–1970s
15%
1980s–1990s
17%
2000+
61%

Summary

Total Units1,691
Vacant215
Owner Occupied72.0%
Renter Occupied28.1%
Avg HH Size2.26
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 71435 is in Grayson, LA, in Caldwell County.
ZIP code 71435 is located in Louisiana (LA).
ZIP code 71435 is in Caldwell County, LA.
ZIP 71435 observes the Chicago timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 71435 is 3,533 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 71435 is $69,792 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 71435 is $137,300 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 71435

ZIP code 71435 is located in Grayson, Louisiana, within Caldwell County. With a population of 3,533, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 45.5 years. Economically, 71435 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $69,792 is near the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 71435 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $137,300 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $899 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 72.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 62% since 2019.

The population of 71435 is primarily White (84.40%). Residents are less-educated — 21.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 20.8%. Household income has grown by 38% since 2019.

The unemployment rate in 71435 stands at 6.0%, which is above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 78%.

Overall, ZIP code 71435 in Grayson, LA is characterized as solidly middle-class, less-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 3,533 residents, a median household income of $69,792, and a median home value of $137,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Louisiana.