The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 70340 sells for about $225,000, or $145 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.1% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 62 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,150 a month.
ZIP 70340 — Amelia
The housing market in ZIP 70340 remains stable with modest price appreciation and low inventory levels. Market activity is driven by local demand and limited new construction, resulting in a balanced environment for buyers and sellers.
This ZIP is best suited for local families and workers in the agricultural or energy sectors who prioritize affordability and a rural lifestyle over proximity to urban amenities.
Median prices moved up 2.1% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 62 days on market with 4.2 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
18% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 97.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 5.8% · poverty 9.5% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 3.5%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 4.2%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 70340, Lafourche Parish, LA
Schools serving the area are part of the Lafourche Parish School District, which generally maintains a stable academic standing within the regional context.
The area is located in a region with significant flood risk, necessitating mandatory flood insurance for many properties and adherence to strict building codes.
Economic momentum is driven primarily by the energy and agricultural sectors, with limited large-scale commercial development currently reported within the ZIP.
Property taxes are assessed by the Lafourche Parish Assessor based on fair market value, with millage rates set by local taxing authorities including the parish and school district.
Residents primarily rely on personal vehicles for commuting, with travel times to regional employment hubs in Thibodaux or Houma typically ranging from 20 to 30 minutes.
The area offers access to rural outdoor activities, including fishing and boating in nearby bayous, with limited large-scale shopping or entertainment venues within a 3-mile radius.
The rental market is characterized by low turnover and a high share of single-family home rentals, with limited multi-family inventory available.
The local economy is anchored by the energy industry, maritime services, and agriculture, with significant employment ties to the broader Lafourche Parish region.
Transportation is heavily dependent on the highway network, specifically LA-1 and LA-308, which serve as the primary corridors for regional transit.
Development is primarily focused on residential infill and small-scale commercial improvements along existing highway corridors.
Parcels are subject to Lafourche Parish school and drainage district taxes, which are collected alongside general property taxes.
Property insurance premiums are elevated due to the area's high exposure to wind and flood hazards, consistent with coastal Louisiana risk profiles.
Data derived from Census Bureau ZCTA-level tables and Data Commons.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
- Politz's Restaurant4.418.9 mi
- Lake End Park4.66.5 mi
- Amelia Belle Casino3.90.3 mi
- Cajun Man's Swamp Tours and Adventures LLC4.93.9 mi
- Kemper Williams Park4.411.2 mi
- Wedell-Williams Aviation and Cypress Sawmill Museum4.811.4 mi
- Lake End Park4.66.5 mi
- Jessie Fontenot Memoral Boat Landing4.48.3 mi
- Kemper Williams Park4.411.2 mi
- Lawrence Park4.66.6 mi
- Lake End Bark Park4.66.4 mi
- Bob's Bayou Black Marina4.69.9 mi
- Atchafalaya Golf Course4.212 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
A primary geographic feature providing recreational fishing and boating opportunities.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.