70501 — Lafayette, LA Home Values
Typical home value $109,035 as of June 2026 · 24th of 26 in Lafayette, LA
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 70501, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 70501 compares in the Lafayette, LA area
ZIP code 70501 (Lafayette, LA) has a typical home value of $109,035 as of June 2026, ranking 24th of 26 ZIP codes tracked in the Lafayette, LA area, more expensive than about 12% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved -6.6% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed -23.5%, from $142,500 in June 2021 to $109,035 in June 2026. Against observed rent, the typical home here sells for 8.9× the annual rent ($1,020/mo), a common way to gauge whether buying looks cheap relative to renting in this ZIP code.
Every figure above is observed Zillow data. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level; see the Lafayette, LA forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Lafayette.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 70501 has a population of 26,956, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 73.3% Black or African American, 20.9% White, 3% two or more races, 2.5% Hispanic or Latino, 0.3% Asian, and 0.1% American Indian or Alaska Native.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| David Thibodaux STEM Magnet Academy | 805 Teurlings Drive, Lafayette, LA | 0.6 mi |
| J.W. Faulk Elementary School | 711 East Willow Street, Lafayette, LA | 0.7 mi |
| Northside High School | 301 Dunand Street, Lafayette, LA | 1.1 mi |
Distance is straight-line from the ZIP code's center; driving distance will be longer. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm which school a specific address is zoned for with the local school district. Source: National Center for Education Statistics.
Frequently asked questions
What is the typical home value in ZIP code 70501?
$109,035 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 70501 an expensive ZIP code in the Lafayette, LA area?
70501 ranks 24th of 26 ZIP codes in the Lafayette, LA area by typical home value, more expensive than about 12% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 70501 changed over the past year?
-6.6% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
Is it cheaper to buy or rent in ZIP code 70501?
The typical home price is 8.9× the observed annual rent in this ZIP code ($1,020/mo). Lower multiples favor buying over renting, all else equal.
What is the population of ZIP code 70501?
26,956, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 70501?
David Thibodaux STEM Magnet Academy (0.6 mi), J.W. Faulk Elementary School (0.7 mi), Northside High School (1.1 mi), by straight-line distance from the ZIP code's center. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm assignment with the local school district.
Is this page showing a forecast for 70501?
No. Every number on this page is observed Zillow data as of June 2026, not a forecast. Sialim's forecasting engine runs at the metro level; see the Lafayette, LA forecast for a modeled outlook.
ZIP-level values shown here are observed Zillow data, not forecasts. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level today; ZIP-level forecasts are planned for Sialim Pro. Data © Zillow, via Zillow Research.