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Lake Charles, LA Demographics & ZIP Codes
Lake Charles, Louisiana demographics and median household income by ZIP code (in Calcasieu Parish) — 6 ZIP codes — population 114,776 — median income $59,911 — avg. home value $189,575. Compare income, housing, and population across ZIP codes on US5.
Population
114,776
Median household income (avg.)
$59,911
80% of U.S. median
Average home value
$189,575
54% of U.S. median
Average rent
$909
78% of U.S. median
Median age (avg.)
33.1
Lake Charles demographics
Lake Charles, Louisiana covers 6 ZIP codes primarily in Calcasieu Parish, with a combined ZIP-area population of about 114,776.
Across ZIP codes with age data, the average median age is about 33.1 years.
Median household income in Lake Charles
The average median household income across ZIP codes in Lake Charles, Louisiana is about $59,911 — about 4% above the LA ZIP average ($57,777), and about 20% below the U.S. median ($75,149).
Among ZIPs with income data, 70605 is near the top at about $88,337, while 70615 is near the bottom at about $43,333.
Housing in Lake Charles
For housing in Lake Charles, Louisiana, the average median home value is about $189,575 and the average median rent is about $909.
The most populous ZIP in this set is 70605 (about 40,715 residents). Use the table below to compare population, income, and home values across codes.
ZIP codes in Lake Charles
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| ZIP | City | County | State | Population ↓ | Income | Home value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 70605 | Lake Charles | Calcasieu Parish | LA | 40,715 | $88,337 | $293,800 |
| 70601 | Lake Charles | Calcasieu Parish | LA | 31,843 | $49,545 | $164,300 |
| 70607 | Lake Charles | Calcasieu Parish | LA | 28,285 | $58,427 | $171,700 |
| 70615 | Lake Charles | Calcasieu Parish | LA | 13,521 | $43,333 | $128,500 |
| 70609 | Lake Charles | Calcasieu Parish | LA | 412 | — | — |
| 70629 | Lake Charles | Calcasieu Parish | LA | — | — | — |
Frequently asked questions
What are the demographics of Lake Charles?
Lake Charles, Louisiana has a combined ZIP-area population of about 114,776 across 6 ZIP codes (primarily Calcasieu Parish). Browse the ZIP table below for population, income, and housing by code.
What is the median household income in Lake Charles?
The average median household income across ZIP codes in Lake Charles, Louisiana is about $59,911, about 4% above the state ZIP average ($57,777), and about 20% below the U.S. median ($75,149). Average median home value is about $189,575. Among ZIPs with data, 70605 is near the top ($88,337) and 70615 is near the bottom ($43,333).
How many ZIP codes are in Lake Charles?
Lake Charles, Louisiana includes 6 ZIP codes on US5. Each row links to demographics, median income, and housing for that code.
Where can I find ZIP code demographics for Lake Charles?
This page lists ZIP codes in Lake Charles, Louisiana with population, median household income, and home value. Select a ZIP for a full demographics profile.