ZIP Code 71459 - Fort Polk Louisiana
Overview
ZIP Code 71459 is located in Fort Polk Louisiana. Portions of 71459 are also in Fort Polk North and Fort Polk South and Leesville. 71459 is entirely within Vernon Parish. Regionally, 71459 is located in the Alexandria Area.
ZIP Code 71459 Quick Stats
| ZIP Code Name | Fort Polk |
| Primary County | Vernon Parish |
| ZIP Code Type | Standard |
| Population (2022) | 10,402 |
| Area Code(s) | 337 |
| Current Time | CDT |
ZIP Code 71459 Map
71459 Demographics
71459 can be classified socioeconomically as Lower Middle Class class compared to other ZIP Codes in Louisiana based on Median Household Income and Average Adjusted Gross Income. The majority race/ethnicity residing in 71459 is White. The current unemployment level in 71459 is 4.5%.
| Population | 10,402 |
| Population Growth Rate | 0% |
| Population Density | 247 People per Square Mile |
| Total Households | 2,980 |
| Median Household Income (2021) | $50,280 |
| Average Adjusted Gross Income (2021) | $139,250 |
| Current Unemployment Rate (May 2026) | 4.5% |
| Sales Tax Rate (2025) | 9% |
| Majority Race/Ethnicity | White - 57.88% |
71459 Race/Ethnicity Breakdown
| Race/Ethnicity | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| White | 7,158 | 57.88% |
| Black | 2,267 | 18.33% |
| Hispanic | 2,544 | 20.57% |
| Asian | 376 | 3.04% |
| Native American | 21 | 0.17% |
| Hawaiian/Pac. Islander | 0 | 0% |
71459 Educational Attainment Levels
| Highest Education Level | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Less Than 1 Year of College | 439 | 9.81% |
| Bachelor Degree | 884 | 19.75% |
| High School Diploma | 942 | 21.04% |
| No High School Diploma | 50 | 1.12% |
| GED or Alternate | 247 | 5.52% |
| 1 or More Years of College | 1,171 | 26.16% |
| Associates Degree | 399 | 8.91% |
| Masters Degree | 315 | 7.04% |
| Professional Degree | 30 | 0.67% |
| Doctorate Degree | 0 | 0% |
71459 Geography
| Coordinates | 31.06861877, -93.17792511 |
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| Cities/Towns in 71459 | |
| Region | Alexandria Area |
| Metropolitan/Micropolitan Stat Area | Fort Polk South, LA |
| Time Zone | Central Daylight Time |
| IANA Timezone | America/Chicago |
| Area | 42 Square Miles |
71459 Schools
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71459 Weather and Climate Data
| Plant Hardiness Zone | Zone 8b: 15F to 20F | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Average First Frost Date | November 11 - 20 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Average Last Frost Date | March 11 - 20 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Koppen-Geiger Climate Zone | Cfa - Humid Subtropical Climate | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Ecoregion | 35e - Southern Tertiary Uplands | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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