Lake Charles, Louisiana
Lake Charles is a city in Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, with an estimated population of 79,633 in 2023. It sits at 30.1990, -93.2108 in the America/Chicago time zone.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Place name | Lake Charles |
| Type | city |
| State | Louisiana (LA) |
| County | Calcasieu Parish |
| Population (2023 est.) | 79,633 |
| Land area | 47.47 sq mi (122.94 km²) |
| Coordinates | 30.1990, -93.2108 |
| Time zone | America/Chicago |
| ZIP codes | 70601, 70602, 70605, 70606, 70607, 70609, 70611, 70612, 70615, 70616, 70629 |
| Telephone area codes | 337 |
ZIP codes and area codes for Lake Charles
Lake Charles covers 11 ZIP codes: 70601, 70602, 70605, 70606, 70607, 70609, 70611, 70612, 70615, 70616, 70629. Telephone area codes serving the area: 337. Browse all ZIP codes in Louisiana for the full list.
Where is Lake Charles?
Lake Charles is located in Louisiana, in Calcasieu Parish. The coordinates above can be pasted directly into any map service. The nearest indexed places are listed below, which is a useful check when two states share a place name.
Nearby places
Westlake 9 km · LASulphur 14 km · LAIowa 20 km · LAVinton 36 km · LADeQuincy 36 km · LAWelsh 39 km · LAKinder 47 km · LAOrange 53 km · TX
Other places in Calcasieu Parish
Frequently asked questions
What county is Lake Charles, LA in?
Lake Charles is in Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana.
What is the population of Lake Charles, LA?
The 2023 Census Bureau estimate is 79,633.
What time zone is Lake Charles in?
Lake Charles is in the America/Chicago time zone.