Zip Code 71201
Monroe, Louisiana — Ouachita Parish
📍 ZIP code 71201 is in Monroe, Ouachita Parish, Louisiana.
ZIP code 71201 is located in Monroe, Ouachita Parish, Louisiana. It is a zip code in the Central (CST/CDT) Time Zone with an estimated population of 21,084. The area code for ZIP code 71201 is 225.
Quick Answer
Zip code 71201 is in Monroe, Louisiana (Ouachita Parish). It has a population of 21,084, median household income of $53,538, and median home value of $247,100.
Population
21,084
Income
$53,538
Home Value
$247,100
Climate
93°F / 37°F
About Zip Code 71201
Zip code 71201 is located in Monroe, Louisiana, within Ouachita Parish. Home to approximately 21,084 residents, this area sits at an elevation of 73 ft and falls within the Central (CST/CDT) timezone. The local area code is 225.
The median household income is $53,538 per year, which is below the national median of $70,784. Homes in this zip code have a median value of $247,100, and the cost of living index is 86 (14% below the national average of 100).
Summers average a high of 93°F while winters drop to 37°F. The area receives about 55 in of rain annually. The zip code covers 13 square miles of land area and 0.6 square miles of water.
Key Statistics
21,084
$53,538
$247,100
Central (CST/CDT)
225
73 ft
13 sq mi
39.3
10,352
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Compare With Nearby Zip Codes
| Metric | 71201 | 71291 | 71203 | 71202 | 71292 | 71280 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City | Monroe, LA | West Monroe, LA | Monroe, LA | Monroe, LA | West Monroe, LA | Sterlington, LA |
| Population | 21,084 | 35,345 | 38,770 | 26,791 | 21,866 | 4,999 |
| Median Income | $53,538 | $69,012 | $46,822 | $26,883 | $51,317 | $75,768 |
| Home Value | $247,100 | $219,700 | $181,200 | $77,400 | $119,700 | $260,000 |
| Cost of Living | 86 | 80 | 60 | 60 | 60 | 89 |
| Median Age | 39.3 | 38.1 | 33.7 | 34.6 | 41.7 | 39.6 |
Cost of Living
100 = National Average. Monroe's cost of living is 14% below the national average.
vs. State Avg
Below
Affordability
Affordable
Income-to-Home
4.6x
Demographics
Zip code 71201 has a population of 21,084 people with a median age of 39.3. There are 10,352 housing units in this area.
Racial & Ethnic Composition
Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey estimates.
Population History
Monroe (71201) population trend from 2010 to 2024
↑ 38.9%Source: U.S. Census Bureau estimates and American Community Survey data.
Climate & Weather
93°F
37°F
55 in
0 in
Monroe experiences hot summers with average highs around 93°F. Winters are mild with lows averaging 37°F. The area receives virtually no snowfall.
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Housing & Economy
Median Home Value
$247,100
Median Household Income
$53,538
With 10,352 housing units across 13 square miles, 71201 has a housing density of 796 units per square mile. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.6x.
Location & Geography
Latitude
32.5329°
Longitude
-92.1059°
Land Area
13 sq mi
Water Area
0.6 sq mi
Nearby Zip Codes
Zip codes closest to 71201 (Monroe, LA) with distances:
ZIP Codes with Similar Income Nationwide
The five U.S. ZIP codes whose median household income is closest to 71201's $53,538. A way to compare Monroe to economically similar communities elsewhere in the country.
Computed from U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates by the Zip Code Near Me Data Team.
ZIP Codes with Similar Demographics
The five U.S. ZIP codes whose racial and ethnic composition most closely matches 71201 (Monroe, LA). Similarity is measured by cosine distance on the five-category ACS demographic vector.
Computed from U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates by the Zip Code Near Me Data Team.
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People Also Ask
What zip code is Monroe, Louisiana?
Monroe, Louisiana uses zip code 71201.
What county is zip code 71201 in?
Zip code 71201 is located in Ouachita Parish, Louisiana.
What is the population of zip code 71201?
The population of zip code 71201 is 21,084 with a median age of 39.3.
Is 71201 in Monroe, Louisiana?
Yes, zip code 71201 is in Monroe, Ouachita Parish, Louisiana. The area code is 225.
Frequently Asked Questions
What city is zip code 71201 in?
Zip code 71201 is in Monroe, Louisiana. It is part of Ouachita Parish and uses the Central (CST/CDT) timezone.
What is zip code 71201?
Zip code 71201 is a U.S. postal code in Monroe, Louisiana (Ouachita Parish). It has a population of 21,084 and covers 13 square miles.
What is the population of zip code 71201?
The population of zip code 71201 (Monroe, LA) is 21,084 with a median age of 39.3. There are approximately 10,352 housing units in this area.
What is the median income in zip code 71201?
The median household income in zip code 71201 (Monroe, LA) is $53,538 per year. The cost of living index is 86 (100 = national average).
What is the average home price in zip code 71201?
The median home value in zip code 71201 (Monroe, LA) is $247,100. The cost of living index is 86 compared to the national average of 100.
What county is zip code 71201 in?
Zip code 71201 is located in Ouachita Parish, Louisiana. The primary city is Monroe.
What is the area code for zip code 71201?
Zip code 71201 in Monroe, LA uses area code 225. It is located in the Central (CST/CDT) timezone.
Is zip code 71201 a good place to live?
Zip code 71201 (Monroe, LA) has a cost of living index of 86 (100 = national average), a median household income of $53,538, and median home values of $247,100. The median age is 39.3. Visit the full page for demographics, climate, and nearby zip code comparisons.
What is the cost of living in zip code 71201?
The cost of living index for zip code 71201 (Monroe, LA) is 86, where 100 represents the national average. This area is below the national average. Median home value: $247,100.
What schools serve zip code 71201?
Zip code 71201 in Monroe, Louisiana is served by the local school district of Ouachita Parish. For specific school information, check your state's department of education or GreatSchools.org.
All demographic data on this page is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates. ZIP code boundary and delivery data is sourced from the United States Postal Service (USPS). Data is updated periodically and may not reflect the most current figures. Census Bureau ZIP Code Tabulation Areas (ZCTAs) may differ slightly from USPS ZIP code boundaries.
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- U.S. Geological Survey National Elevation Dataset (NED), via the USGS Elevation Point Query Service. Mapped to each ZCTA centroid coordinates. Last refreshed 2026-05-19.
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