Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.49 |
| Below Poverty | 17.2% ▲ 72% above avg |
| College Grads | 35.9% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 5.4% ▲ 11% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,825 (1.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 44,281 (33.6%) |
| Some College | 17,044 (12.9%) |
| Associates | 21,033 (16%) |
| Bachelors | 13,952 (10.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 33,539 (25.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $69,721 ▼ 9% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $205,479 ▼ 26% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,092/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 98,115 |
| Vacant Units | 18,140 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Calcasieu County is located in Louisiana and encompasses 21 ZIP codes spanning 9 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 217,666 residents. With a median age of 37.06, it is a relatively young county.
Calcasieu County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $69,721 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.4%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 17.2% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Calcasieu County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $205,479 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,092. Homeownership rates are high at 73.2%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Calcasieu County are majority White (65.84%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 35.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Calcasieu County, LA is a solidly middle-class area in Louisiana. The 21 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 70630 | Bell City | 2,027 | $71,510 | $188,800 | — | 9.3% | 30.5% |
| 70633 | Dequincy | 8,178 | $72,170 | $195,300 | $753 | 2.9% | 23.8% |
| 70647 | Iowa | 12,056 | $83,048 | $251,400 | $1,134 | 7.5% | 31.6% |
| 70601 | Lake Charles | 31,843 | $49,545 | $164,300 | $938 | 7.0% | 34.6% |
| 70605 | Lake Charles | 40,715 | $88,337 | $293,800 | $1,348 | 3.1% | 53.3% |
| 70607 | Lake Charles | 28,285 | $58,427 | $171,700 | $1,053 | 8.2% | 32.5% |
| 70611 | Lake Charles | 20,681 | $101,146 | $249,400 | $1,241 | 3.3% | 41.8% |
| 70615 | Lake Charles | 13,521 | $43,333 | $128,500 | $1,095 | 13.8% | 24.0% |
| 70661 | Starks | 1,712 | $32,763 | $84,400 | — | 5.4% | 21.5% |
| 70663 | Sulphur | 29,511 | $59,444 | $174,300 | $914 | 4.5% | 29.4% |
| 70665 | Sulphur | 12,891 | $88,328 | $229,800 | $1,212 | 2.1% | 38.2% |
| 70668 | Vinton | 6,347 | $48,492 | $141,800 | $957 | 3.2% | 19.0% |
| 70669 | Westlake | 9,183 | $68,416 | $160,800 | $1,026 | 1.6% | 28.5% |