The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 70443 sells for about $245,000, or $193 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.1% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 87 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,250 a month.
ZIP 70443 — Independence
The 70443 housing market shows resilient pricing but faces significant headwinds from high vacancy rates and economic instability. While median prices have trended upward, the high share of renter cost-burden and unemployment signals a challenging environment for both buyers and investors.
This ZIP is best suited for local families and budget-conscious buyers seeking lower entry prices, though investors should exercise caution due to higher vacancy rates and economic volatility.
Median prices moved up 2.1% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 87 days on market with 6.2 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
13% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 96.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 8.1% · poverty 16.2% — a mixed stability 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 6.8%/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 5.3%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net outflow — more people moved out than in
ZCTA 70443, Tangipahoa Parish, LA
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
Crime rates in the Independence area are generally consistent with regional averages for rural Tangipahoa Parish, though specific localized trends are not determinable.
Schools serving the 70443 area are part of the Tangipahoa Parish School System, which faces ongoing challenges in academic performance and accountability ratings.
The area is subject to flood risks associated with the Tangipahoa River basin and hurricane-related wind exposure, necessitating careful review of flood zone designations and insurance requirements.
Economic momentum is driven by local agricultural and small-scale industrial sectors, with limited large-scale infrastructure development currently reported.
Property taxes are assessed by the Tangipahoa Parish Assessor based on fair market value, with millage rates set by local taxing authorities including the parish, school district, and special service districts.
Commuting from 70443 primarily involves travel via US-51 and I-55 toward employment hubs in Hammond or the Northshore region, with limited public transit options available.
Recreational opportunities include local parks within Independence and proximity to outdoor activities in the surrounding Tangipahoa Parish countryside, though major shopping and entertainment hubs are primarily located in nearby Hammond.
The rental market exhibits high vacancy pressure, with approximately 18.9% of housing units vacant, suggesting a challenging environment for investors seeking consistent occupancy.
The local economy is anchored by agriculture, education, and small-scale retail, with many residents commuting to larger employment centers in Hammond.
Transportation is heavily reliant on private vehicles, with I-55 serving as the primary north-south corridor for regional access.
Development is primarily focused on small-scale residential infill, with no major large-scale commercial or infrastructure projects currently under construction.
The Tangipahoa Parish Assessor's office manages property valuations, with assessments typically updated on a four-year cycle.
Parcels are subject to various special districts including fire protection, library, and school district millages.
Property insurance premiums are elevated due to regional exposure to hurricane and flood risks, impacting overall housing affordability.
Louisiana is a judicial foreclosure state, requiring court intervention for the foreclosure process.
Sellers are required to provide a property disclosure document detailing known defects to potential buyers.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau ZCTA-level tables.
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.
Local green space providing recreational facilities for residents.
Hosts regional agricultural events and community gatherings.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.