ZIP Code 40004, Kentucky
ZIP Code 40004 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 40004 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Nelson County, Kentucky. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 30,601. The land area covers 145.46 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 30,601 | ±963 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 39.6 yrs | ±1.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 12,519 | ±435 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 13,130 | ±407 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 12,519 | ±435 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 611 | ±237 |
| Median Home Value | $242,200 | ±$15,273 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,037 | ±$61 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $66,578 | ±$4,309 |
| Per Capita Income | $35,246 | ±$2,255 |
| Poverty Rate | 11.4% | ±2.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 3,426 | ±643 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.4% | ±1.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 14,927 | ±830 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 91.1% | ±1.6% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 48,706 (2024)
ID: 105348
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CPA, COUNTY TREASURER
PO BOX 578, BARDSTOWN KY 40004-0578
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | KG-12 | Bardstown, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | Bardstown, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 02-05 | Bardstown, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Bardstown, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Bardstown, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-01 | Bardstown, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Shepherdsville, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Bloomfield, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Bloomfield, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Boston, KY |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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American College of Barbering
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College Vocational | 22.4 mi away | 11320 North Preston Highway, Louisville, KY, 40229-2862 |
5029684858
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NELSON COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 0.5 mi away | 201 CATHEDRAL MANOR, BARDSTOWN, KY, 40004 |
(502) 348-3714
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Empire Beauty School-Elizabethtown
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College Vocational | 23.5 mi away | 554 Westport Road, Elizabethtown, KY, 42701 |
8009204593
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NELSON COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 0.5 mi away | 201 CATHEDRAL MANOR, BARDSTOWN, KY, 40004 |
(502) 348-3714
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Elizabethtown Community and Technical College
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College | 23.7 mi away | 600 College Street Rd, Elizabethtown, KY, 42701-3081 |
2707692371
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BLOOMFIELD
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Library | 11.7 mi away | 34 ARNOLD LANE, BLOOMFIELD, KY, 40008 |
(502) 252-9129
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NEW HAVEN
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Library | 12.0 mi away | 318 CENTER STREET, NEW HAVEN, KY, 40051 |
(502) 549-6735
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MARION COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY - LORETTO BRANCH
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Library | 12.1 mi away | 255 SCHOOL DRIVE, LORETTO, KY, 40037 |
(270) 431-0040
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LEBANON JUNCTION BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 14.4 mi away | 11382 S. PRESTON HWY, LEBANON JUNCTION, KY, 40150 |
(502) 833-8648
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WASHINGTON COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.5 mi away | 333 WEST MAIN STREET, SPRINGFIELD, KY, 40069 |
(859) 336-7655
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at BARDSTOWN 5E, KY US, located 4.8 miles from ZCTA5 40004. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43.3° | 26.1° | 34.7° | 3.71" | 4.2" |
| February | 48.1° | 29.1° | 38.6° | 3.86" | 3.7" |
| March | 57.4° | 36.5° | 47.0° | 4.92" | 1.3" |
| April | 68.7° | 46.0° | 57.4° | 4.71" | 0.0" |
| May | 76.5° | 55.4° | 65.9° | 5.46" | 0.0" |
| June | 83.6° | 62.9° | 73.2° | 4.94" | 0.0" |
| July | 86.6° | 66.3° | 76.5° | 4.54" | 0.0" |
| August | 86.2° | 64.5° | 75.4° | 3.65" | 0.0" |
| September | 80.7° | 58.0° | 69.4° | 3.90" | 0.0" |
| October | 69.5° | 47.1° | 58.3° | 3.71" | 0.0" |
| November | 56.6° | 37.2° | 46.9° | 3.70" | 0.2" |
| December | 46.5° | 30.1° | 38.3° | 4.51" | 2.5" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bardstown city | City | 1.3 mi | — |
| Fairfield city | City | 10.0 mi | — |
| Bloomfield city | City | 11.4 mi | — |
| Loretto city | City | 11.8 mi | — |
| New Haven city | City | 11.8 mi | — |
| Boston CDP | CDP | 12.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 40004. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.