70661 ZIP Code – Starks, Louisiana
Located in Starks, Louisiana, ZIP code 70661 is a small ZIP code within Calcasieu Parish with a population of approximately 1,598 residents. The median household income of $27,219 is well below the Louisiana average and well below the national average. At $71,700, median home values run well below the national average, with 71.4% owner-occupied housing (decreasing). , with median rent coming in at $240 — well below the national figure. Housing consists of 46% single-family (decreasing), 9% duplex/multi-family.
The area reports an unemployment rate of 5.4%, near the national average. An estimated 40.9% of the population falls below the poverty line, well above the national figure. An estimated 13.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well below the national average. The population has a median age of 49.7, above the national median. Neighboring ZIP codes include 77614, 70668, 77632.
ZIP Code 70661 Data
See more demographics for:
ZIP 70661 vs. Louisiana vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 70661 | LA Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,598 | 8,866 | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $27k | $55k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $71k | $164k | $258k |
| Median Rent | $240 | $879 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 49.7 | 40.5 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.4% | 6.8% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 40.9% | 20.6% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 13.7% | 19.5% | 26.9% |
Demographics Charts
Race & Ethnicity
Gender
Education Level (adults 25+)
Nearby ZIP Codes
- 77614 – Deweyville
- 70668 – Vinton
- 77632 – Orange
- 70633 – Dequincy
- 75933 – Call
- 70663 – Sulphur
- 77612 – Buna
- 70660 – Singer
- 70665 – Sulphur
- 75928 – Bon Wier
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 77614 | DEWEYVILLE | 493 | $28,698 |
| 70668 | VINTON | 6,488 | $47,618 |
| 77632 | ORANGE | 21,451 | $83,679 |
| 70633 | DEQUINCY | 8,373 | $75,081 |
| 75933 | CALL | 1,316 | Not provided |