ZIP Code 70596: Lafayette, LA
ZIP code 70596 is assigned to Lafayette in Lafayette Parish, Louisiana. Its reference point is at latitude 30.2081 and longitude -92.0951 (30°12'29.2"N 92°05'42.4"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 70596
Lafayette has 13 ZIP codes in our directory, and Lafayette Parish has 18.
Louisiana has 749 ZIP codes listed in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 70593 (Lafayette), which shares the same reference point.
| ZIP code | 70596 |
|---|---|
| Place | Lafayette |
| County | Lafayette Parish |
| State | Louisiana |
| Country | United States |
| Latitude | 30.2081 |
| Longitude | -92.0951 |
Map of ZIP Code 70596
Map centred on 30.2081, -92.0951. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Lafayette, Louisiana
Video: Lafayette, Louisiana
Top 10 Best Things to do in Lafayette, Louisiana [Lafayette Travel Guide 2025] — by Vacation Idea · Watch on YouTube
ZIP Codes Near 70596
These 11 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 70596, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest places to ZIP code 70596, measured in a straight line from its reference point. Road distances will be longer.
Schools Near Lafayette
If you are moving to ZIP code 70596, check with the education authority that serves Lafayette, Lafayette Parish which schools cover your street address.
Looking at nearby areas such as Scott, Duson and Milton widens the choice of state, private and international schools. The links below open live Google Maps results centred on this location.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Use the map above to explore green space around Lafayette, then zoom out to find larger parks, trails and nature areas in the wider Louisiana area.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, clinics and pharmacies serving Lafayette can be found with the searches below. In an emergency in the United States, call 911.
Residents may also use facilities in nearby Scott, Duson and Milton.
Shopping and Dining in Lafayette
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Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Lafayette, Louisiana can be found with the searches below.
For local history, try the archives of Lafayette Parish along with the name Lafayette.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 70596, Scott lies about 2.9 mi to the north, Duson lies about 3.6 mi to the west, Milton lies about 7.8 mi to the south, Carencro lies about 8.6 mi to the north and Rayne lies about 9.2 mi to the west in a straight line. Use the directions link for routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and coastline near Lafayette show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 70596
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Charles Mouton House”): Tjean314, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“Tennessee friends of the smokies license plare”): SuperSonic337, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 3 (“UL Cypress Lake reptiles”): Aaron charles, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
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- 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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