ZIP Code 70813 in Baton Rouge, LA

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Names to Avoid:
Southern University
Parish:East Baton Rouge Parish
Timezone:Central (GMT -06:00)
Local Time:9:15:15 AM
Population:1,753 [See All]
Area Code:225
Classification:Unique [Company/Government]
Coordinates:30.5270, -91.1994
Land Area:0.509 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 70813 has 1,753 residents and 0 households. The median age is 19.8 years, significantly younger than the state (38.1) and significantly younger than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 34.1% male and 65.9% female, which is much lower than the national male share (49.1%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are Black or African American (95.9%, much higher than the state average of 31.4% and well above the national average of 12.4%) and Other / Two or More Races (1.9%, lower than the national average of 8.4%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 1.4%, which is much lower than the national average (18.7%), and Black or African American share is much higher than both the state (31.4%) and national averages (12.4%).

Explore More:Population Over TimeBy Age & GenderBy RaceBy GenderNativity & Citizenship

Source: U.S. Census 2020 Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC) and U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.
2020 Population:1,753Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:1,829Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:0Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:3,444.0 people per sq mile
Average Income:$0Source: Census ACS
Households:0Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$0Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:0.00Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:0.00Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--00000000001,5061,9941,829
Decennial Census0------------------1,753------
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP05. DEMOGRAPHIC AND HOUSING ESTIMATES

Population by Age & Gender (Total, Male, Female)


Median Age: 19.8

Male Median Age: 20.1

Female Median Age: 19.8

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male00028829017200000010000
Female00067346117201100000000
Total00096175134401100010000
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:241.36%
Black:1,68195.13%
Hispanic:*251.41%
Asian:00%
American Indian:30.17%
Hawaiian:00%
Other:341.92%
Total:1,767100%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)
* NOTE: Hispanic or Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. This means individuals who identify as Hispanic will also be included in one of the race categories (such as White or Black). As a result, the totals shown here may exceed 100% when Hispanic is displayed alongside racial groups.

Gender Breakdown


GenderCount%Median Age
Males:59834.11%20.1 years
Females:1,15565.89%19.8 years
Total:1,753100%19.8 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:1,81299.07%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:00.00%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:00.00%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:170.93%
Total Population:1,829100%
Total Native Population:1,81299.07%
Total Foreign-born Population:170.93%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS
Note: Nativity and Citizenship derived from American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates. Total Population listed here will not match official ZIP Code population totals, which are based on the Decennial Census.

Income & Employment


In 2023, the Median household income is $0, which is far less than the state median ($60,023), and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $0. Family households earn a median of $0 versus $0 for nonfamily households (a difference of $0). By gender, male median income is $0 and female is $14,844, which is well under the national female median ($53,445), with a current gap of $14,844 that has narrowed from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 29.4%, which is markedly below the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 5.8%, which is modestly greater than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Sales (40.0%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02, DP03, DP04 and DP05.

Median Income Over Time (Household, Family, Nonfamily, Male, Female)


Income Type2011201220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Household Income$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0
Median Family Income$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0
Median NonFamily Income$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0
Median Male Income$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0
Median Female Income$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$13,438$14,844
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income


Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment Status


Employed:50727.72%
Unemployed:311.69%
Not In Labor Force:1,29170.59%
Total:1,829100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment by Occupation (Civilian Employed Population, 16 and Over)


Management, business, science, and arts:10821.30%
Service:15430.37%
Sales and Office:20340.04%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:00.00%
Production, transportation, and material moving:428.28%
Total Civilian Employed Population:507100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Housing & Affordability


In 2023, the median home value is $0, which is considerably lower than the state median ($208,700), and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $0. The median gross rent is $0, which is far less than the state median ($1,038), and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $0. Insufficient data for owner/renter mix. Insufficient data for vacancy rate.

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Table DP03, SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Median Home Value (Comparison)


Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Home Value Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Home Value$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:00%
$500 to $999:00%
$1,000 to $1,499:00%
$1,500 to $1,999:00%
$2,000 to $2,499:00%
$2,500 to $2,999:00%
$3,000 or more:00%
No Rent:00%
Total:0100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Gross Rent Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Rent$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):00%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):00%
Renter Occupied:00%
Total Occupied Housing Units:0100%

Occupied Housing Units:00%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):00%
Total Housing Units:0100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Type (Single-Family, Multi-Family, Other)


Single-Family Units:00%
Multi-Family Units:00%
Other Units:00%
Total Housing Units:0100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 53.60% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is on par with the state rate (26.60%). High school or higher is 100.00%, which is on par with the state rate (86.90%). The uninsured rate is 6.50%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.60%). Private coverage is 74.10%, which is notably higher than the state rate (57.90%). Insufficient data for poverty. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is college (100.00%). College enrollment is 100.00%, which is markedly above the state rate (24.00%), indicating the community is likely a college hub with student-driven housing and services.

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02 and DP03.

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)


Less than 9th grade:00.00%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:00.00%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):00.00%
Some college, no degree:2646.43%
Associate's degree:00.00%
Bachelor's degree:2544.64%
Graduate or professional degree:58.93%
Total:56100%
High school or higher:56100.00%
Bachelor's degree or higher:3053.57%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Health Insurance Coverage by Type (Private, Public, Uninsured)


Private Insurance:1,35562.13%
Public Insurance:70832.46%
No Insurance:1185.41%
Total:2,181100%
Has Health Insurance:2,06394.59%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2023)


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
% of People in Poverty0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Note: Counts of Families & People in poverty are not published at the ZIP Code level due to small sample sizes. Percentages shown are survey estimates from the American Community Survey (ACS). They may differ from official poverty statistics. The U.S. Census Bureau defines poverty status by comparing a family's or individual's total income with federal poverty thresholds that vary by family size and composition.

School Enrollment by Education Level (Ages 3 and Older)


Nursery School, Preschool:00.00%
Kindergarten:00.00%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):00.00%
High school (grades 9-12):00.00%
College or graduate school:1,778100.00%
Total:1,778100%
Early Childhood:00.00%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):00.00%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 70813 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 5 business establishments, employing about 80 people with an annual payroll of $2,744,000.

# Residential Mailboxes:0Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:0Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:0Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:0Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:0Source: USPS
# of Businesses:5Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$654,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$2,744,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:80Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 70813 is located in East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana, within the Baton Rouge, LA Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 12940). This Metro area has a population of 871,379 people, about 0.20% of whom live in ZIP Code 70813. It covers 0.509 sq mi of land and a water area of 0 sq mi.

CBSA Name:Baton Rouge, LASource: Census
CBSA Number:12940Source: Census
CBSA Type:MetroSource: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:871,379Source: Census
MSA:Baton Rouge, LA MSASource: Census
Land Area:0.509 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:--Source: Census
Congressional District:No DistrictsSource: USPS
Congressional Land Area: sq miSource: Census
PMSA:--Source: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:2205000Source: Census
Place Name:Baton Rouge city; LouisianaSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


70814 | | 70812

Schools in ZIP Code 70813


We could not locate which school district 70813 belongs to, but we will update this once new district data is released. There are 2 public school(s) in this ZIP Code, and we have located 3 private school(s). It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.

Southern University Lab School 129 Swan Street
Baton Rouge, LA 70813
Southern University Laboratory Virtual School 129 Swan Street
Baton Rouge, LA 70813
Redemptorist/St. Gerard School 3655 St Gerard Ave
Baton Rouge, LA 70808
District: Private SchoolNearby
Cristo Rey Baton Rouge Franciscan High School 4000 S Geard Ave
Baton Rouge, LA 70805
District: Private SchoolNearby
Martin Luther King Jr Christian Academy 4295 Prescott Ct
Baton Rouge, LA 70805
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 70813


Southern University Law Center M
Baton Rouge, LA 70813
Type: Post Secondary
Southern University-Board And System Js Clark Admin Bldg 4th Floor
Baton Rouge, LA 70813
Type: Post Secondary
Southern University And A & M College P.o. Box 9374, Harding Blvd
Baton Rouge, LA 70813
Type: Post Secondary
University Of Louisiana-System Administration Claiborne Building, 1201 N. 3rd St., Suite 7-300
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
Type: Post Secondary
Relay Graduate School Of Education - Baton Rouge 304 Laurel Street, Suite 2d
Baton Rouge, LA 70801
Type: Post Secondary
Baton Rouge General Medical Center School Of Nursing & School Of Radiologic Technology 3616 North Blvd
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
Type: Post Secondary

Sources & References


Our sources include trusted federal and licensed data from the United States Postal Service, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Geological Survey, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and the National Center for Education Statistics, along with proprietary datasets created by ZIP-Codes.com. Data last updated on October 1, 2025.

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    • U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates (ACS) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census Business Patterns (CBD) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census American National Standards Institute (ANSI) [Updated: As Released]
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