ZIP code 71222
Where is ZIP code 71222?
Bernice, Louisiana
Union Parish · Standard ZIP code
ZIP code 71222 belongs to Bernice, Louisiana in Union Parish. 71222 is a standard ZIP code, so it covers street addresses as well as PO Boxes. It is in the Central Time zone and uses area code 318. About 2,871 people live in the 71222 area, where the median household income is $35,051. The closest ZIP codes are 71235 (Dubach, 8.9 mi south), 71256 (Lillie, 9.2 mi north) and 71277 (Spearsville, 10.1 mi northeast).
| ZIP code | 71222 |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard ZIP code for street addresses and PO Boxes |
| Status | Active |
| City | Bernice |
| State | Louisiana (LA) |
| County | Union Parish |
| Time zone | Central Time · now |
| Area code | 318 |
| Coordinates | 32.8221, -92.6579 map |
| 3-digit prefix | 712 |
Population and income in 71222
| Population | 2,871 · lower than 54% of Louisiana ZIP codes |
|---|---|
| People per square mile | 20 · lower than 78% of Louisiana ZIP codes |
| Median age | 46 years · higher than 78% of Louisiana ZIP codes |
| Men / women | 47% / 53% |
| Median household income | $35,051 · lower than 89% of Louisiana ZIP codes |
| Income per person | $25,308 |
| Below the poverty line | 26% |
| Bachelor’s degree or higher | 10% of adults 25+ |
| Median home value | $83,900 · lower than 91% of Louisiana ZIP codes |
| Median rent | $649 a month |
| Housing units | 1,455 |
| Households | 1,140 (2.46 people on average) |
| Owners / renters | 80% / 20% |
| Land area | 143.13 sq mi (plus 0.12 sq mi of water) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates (2020–2024) for ZIP Code Tabulation Area 71222. Census ZIP areas are close to, but not exactly the same as, USPS delivery areas.
ZIP codes near 71222
| ZIP code | City | Distance | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 71235 | Dubach, LA | 8.9 mi S | Standard |
| 71256 | Lillie, LA | 9.2 mi N | Standard |
| 71277 | Spearsville, LA | 10.1 mi NE | Standard |
| 71079 | Summerfield, LA | 11.8 mi NW | Standard |
| 71048 | Lisbon, LA | 13.4 mi W | Standard |
| 71749 | Junction City, AR | 14 mi N | Standard |
| 71273 | Ruston, LA | 14.9 mi S | PO Box only |
| 71227 | Choudrant, LA | 20 mi SE | Standard |
| 71270 | Ruston, LA | 20.1 mi S | Standard |
| 71234 | Downsville, LA | 20.2 mi SE | Standard |
| 71241 | Farmerville, LA | 20.3 mi E | Standard |
| 71272 | Ruston, LA | 20.5 mi S | Unique |
Straight-line distance between ZIP code center points. Find every ZIP code within 10 miles of 71222 or measure the distance to another ZIP code.
How to address mail to 71222
123 MAIN ST
BERNICE LA 71222
Put the city, the two-letter state code and the ZIP code on the last line. Avoid Shiloh and Weldon: USPS doesn’t recognize them as the city for this ZIP code. Adding the 4-digit ZIP+4 code (71222-XXXX) helps mail sort faster but isn’t required.
Questions
- What city is ZIP code 71222?
- 71222 is a Bernice, Louisiana ZIP code.
- What county is 71222 in?
- ZIP code 71222 is in Union Parish, Louisiana.
- What time zone is ZIP code 71222 in?
- 71222 is in the Central Time zone (America/Chicago).
- What area code is 71222?
- Phone numbers in ZIP code 71222 use area code 318.
- What is the population of ZIP code 71222?
- About 2,871 people live in ZIP code 71222, according to the Census Bureau’s American Community Survey (2020–2024).
- What is the median income in 71222?
- The median household income in 71222 is $35,051 a year, lower than 89% of Louisiana ZIP codes.
- What ZIP codes are near 71222?
- The nearest ZIP codes to 71222 are 71235 (Dubach, 8.9 miles), 71256 (Lillie, 9.2 miles), 71277 (Spearsville, 10.1 miles) and 71079 (Summerfield, 11.8 miles).