Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 1.64 |
| Below Poverty | 23.2% ▲ 132% above avg |
| College Grads | 35.5% ▼ 8% below avg |
| Unemployment | 7.1% ▲ 44% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,011 (1.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 28,849 (30.9%) |
| Some College | 12,299 (13.2%) |
| Associates | 17,498 (18.8%) |
| Bachelors | 5,855 (6.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 27,706 (29.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $52,199 ▼ 32% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $176,569 ▼ 37% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $929/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 70,141 |
| Vacant Units | 9,643 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Ouachita Parish County is located in Louisiana and encompasses 17 ZIP codes spanning 6 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 157,671 residents. With a median age of 37.06, it is a relatively young county.
Ouachita Parish County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $52,198 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 7.1%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 23.2% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Ouachita Parish County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $176,569 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $928.
The residents of Ouachita Parish County are majority White (55.47%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 35.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Ouachita Parish County, LA is a working-class area in Louisiana. The 17 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 71225 | Calhoun | 7,450 | $74,429 | $215,800 | $965 | 5.8% | 44.1% |
| 71201 | Monroe | 21,084 | $53,538 | $247,100 | $882 | 7.2% | 49.7% |
| 71202 | Monroe | 26,791 | $26,883 | $77,400 | $827 | 13.8% | 19.1% |
| 71203 | Monroe | 38,770 | $46,822 | $181,200 | $987 | 5.8% | 40.1% |
| 71280 | Sterlington | 4,999 | $75,768 | $260,000 | $1,043 | 2.2% | 31.7% |
| 71291 | West Monroe | 35,345 | $69,012 | $219,700 | $974 | 4.9% | 37.5% |
| 71292 | West Monroe | 21,866 | $51,317 | $119,700 | $885 | 5.4% | 26.9% |