ZIP Code 70505: Lafayette, Louisiana
ZIP code 70505 covers part or all of Lafayette in Lafayette Parish, Louisiana. Its reference point is at latitude 30.2023 and longitude -92.0188 (30°12'08.3"N 92°01'07.7"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 70505
Lafayette, LA has 13 ZIP codes in our directory. Besides 70505, they include 70501, 70502, 70503, 70504, 70506, 70507, 70508, 70509 and 4 more.
Across Lafayette Parish there are 18 ZIP codes listed, and Louisiana has 749 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 70504 in Lafayette, LA, about 0.8 mi to the north.
| ZIP code | 70505 |
|---|---|
| City | Lafayette |
| County | Lafayette Parish |
| State | Louisiana (LA) |
| Latitude | 30.2023 |
| Longitude | -92.0188 |
| DMS | 30°12'08.3"N 92°01'07.7"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 70504 (Lafayette, 0.8 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 70505
Map centered on 30.2023, -92.0188. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Lafayette, LA
Video: Lafayette, LA
Top 10 Best Things to do in Lafayette, Louisiana [Lafayette Travel Guide 2025] — by Vacation Idea · Watch on YouTube
ZIP Codes Near 70505
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 70505, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 70505, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Scott, LA (5.8 mi northwest), Broussard, LA (6.9 mi southeast) and Youngsville, LA (7.3 mi south). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Scott, LA – 5.8 mi northwest
- Broussard, LA – 6.9 mi southeast
- Youngsville, LA – 7.3 mi south
- Milton, LA – 7.7 mi south
Schools Near Lafayette, LA
Public school assignments in the United States are based on street address, so families in ZIP code 70505 should confirm their assigned school with the school district that serves Lafayette and Lafayette Parish.
Searching nearby communities such as Scott and Broussard can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 70505.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Parks, trails and playgrounds around Lafayette, LA are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 70505.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Lafayette, LA can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 70505 may also use facilities in nearby Scott, Broussard and Youngsville.
Shopping and Dining in Lafayette
Restaurants, grocery stores and shopping centers in and around ZIP code 70505 are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current hours and reviews.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Lafayette, Louisiana can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 70505.
To research local history, try searching for Lafayette Parish records and archives along with the name Lafayette.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 70505, Scott lies about 5.8 mi to the northwest, Broussard lies about 6.9 mi to the southeast, Youngsville lies about 7.3 mi to the south and Milton lies about 7.7 mi to the south. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Lafayette show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 70505
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“UL Cypress Lake reptiles”): Aaron charles, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“Tasty meal in Lafayette Louisiana 2008”): naviniea, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 3 (“Outdoor sandwich, Lafayette Louisiana, January 2009”): naviniea, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 4 (“University of Louisiana Lafayette Library”): naviniea, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 5 (“Bowl of gumbo, Lafayette, Louisiana”): naviniea, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Video: “Top 10 Best Things to do in Lafayette, Louisiana [Lafayette Travel Guide 2025]” by Vacation Idea, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
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Data for ZIP code 70505 comes from a public U.S. postal code dataset and is provided for general reference. Always confirm mailing details with the U.S. Postal Service.