Zip Code 71078

LA · Population: 7,673

B
60/100
10
F
Safety
85
A
Affordability
76
B+
Quality of Life
68
B
Jobs
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About Zip Code 71078

Zip code 71078 is located in Louisiana and is home to approximately 7,673 residents. It receives an overall grade of B (score: 60/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

Crime rates here are considerably above the national average. Safety is a significant concern in this area.

With a median household income of $93,993 and home values around $247,800, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 26.3% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The local job market is strong, with an unemployment rate of just 2.7%.

Scores are percentile-based: a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that dimension. Data is sourced from the US Census Bureau (ACS 5-year estimates) and the FBI Uniform Crime Report.

Demographics & Economics

Median Income
$93,993
Home Value
$247,800
Rent
$968/mo
Median Age
36
College Educated
26.3%
Unemployment
2.7%
Owner-Occupied
89.4%
Rent Burden
12.4% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety10FLower crime = higher score
Affordability85ALower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life76B+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy68BLower unemployment = higher
Overall60BWeighted average

Methodology

All scores are percentile-based (0–100): a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that metric. Safety uses FBI Uniform Crime Report state-level data (Phase 2 will add zip-level granularity). Economic and demographic data is from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates (2022).