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Zip Code 71269

LA · Population: 12,865

C
43/100
20
F
Safety
50
C+
Affordability
54
C+
Quality of Life
48
C
Jobs
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About Zip Code 71269

Zip code 71269 is located in Louisiana and is home to approximately 12,865 residents. It receives an overall grade of C (score: 43/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

This area experiences higher crime rates than the national average. Residents should be aware of safety considerations.

The median household income here is $46,238, with home values near $125,600 and rents around $735/month. Affordability is moderate compared to the rest of the country.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 16.1% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The unemployment rate of 6.9% is above the national average, indicating a weaker local job market.

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
$46,238
Home Value
$125,600
Rent
$735/mo
Median Age
37
College Educated
16.1%
Unemployment
6.9%
Owner-Occupied
59.9%
Rent Burden
19.1% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety20FLower crime = higher score
Affordability50C+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life54C+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy48CLower unemployment = higher
Overall43CWeighted 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).