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About Zachary
Zachary is a city of about 19,300 residents (2020) in northern East Baton Rouge Parish on U.S. 61 (Plank Road).
Home prices in Zachary
The median listing price in Zachary is $315,000.
Top places in Zachary
- Historic downtown Zachary — Main Street shops and restaurants around the old rail depot.
- Zachary High School campus and Bronco athletics.
- BREC parks — neighborhood parks, sports fields, and the Zachary community park.
- Nearby Port Hudson State Historic Site — Civil War battlefield and trails just north in East Feliciana Parish.
Commuting from Zachary
- Approximate drive to downtown Baton Rouge: ~20–25 minutes south via U.S. 61/Plank Road and I-110 (about 16 miles; per travel-time routing, read September 24, 2026).
Schools in Zachary
Public schools: Zachary Community School System. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Zachary FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Zachary, LA?
The median listing price in Zachary is $315,000. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from Zachary, LA?
Approximate drive to downtown Baton Rouge: ~20–25 minutes south via U.S. 61/Plank Road and I-110 (about 16 miles; per travel-time routing, read September 24, 2026). - Which school district serves Zachary, LA?
Zachary is served by Zachary Community School System. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
Schools
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.