ZIP Code 70506: Lafayette, Louisiana
ZIP code 70506 is assigned to Lafayette, Louisiana, and lies within Lafayette Parish. Its reference point is at latitude 30.2077 and longitude -92.0656 (30°12'27.7"N 92°03'56.2"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 70506
Lafayette, LA has 13 ZIP codes in our directory. Besides 70506, they include 70501, 70502, 70503, 70504, 70505, 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 70593 in Lafayette, LA, about 1.8 mi to the west.
| ZIP code | 70506 |
|---|---|
| City | Lafayette |
| County | Lafayette Parish |
| State | Louisiana (LA) |
| Latitude | 30.2077 |
| Longitude | -92.0656 |
| DMS | 30°12'27.7"N 92°03'56.2"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 70593 (Lafayette, 1.8 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 70506
Map centered on 30.2077, -92.0656. 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 70506
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 70506, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 70506, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Scott, LA (3.5 mi northwest), Duson, LA (5.3 mi west) and Milton, LA (7.5 mi south). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Scott, LA – 3.5 mi northwest
- Duson, LA – 5.3 mi west
- Milton, LA – 7.5 mi south
Schools Near Lafayette, LA
Public school assignments in the United States are based on street address, so families in ZIP code 70506 should confirm their assigned school with the school district that serves Lafayette and Lafayette Parish.
Searching nearby communities such as Scott and Duson can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 70506.
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 70506.
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 70506 may also use facilities in nearby Scott, Duson and Milton.
Shopping and Dining in Lafayette
Restaurants, grocery stores and shopping centers in and around ZIP code 70506 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 70506.
To research local history, try searching for Lafayette Parish records and archives along with the name Lafayette.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 70506, Scott lies about 3.5 mi to the northwest, Duson lies about 5.3 mi to the west and Milton lies about 7.5 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 70506
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Iowa license plate”): SuperSonic337, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“Cooking experiment on the stove, Lafayette Louisiana 26 Jan 2009”): naviniea, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 3 (“Ice cream at Maggie Moo's, Lafayette, Louisiana 2008”): 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 70506 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.