ZIP Code 40008, Kentucky
ZIP Code 40008 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 40008 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Nelson County / Spencer County, Kentucky. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 4,020. The land area covers 90.04 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,020 | ±583 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 48.1 yrs | ±3.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,676 | ±185 | 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 | 1,802 | ±192 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,676 | ±185 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 126 | ±70 |
| Median Home Value | $224,000 | ±$18,828 |
| Median Gross Rent | $810 | ±$275 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $66,486 | ±$4,126 |
| Per Capita Income | $35,150 | ±$3,650 |
| Poverty Rate | 10.9% | ±3.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 434 | ±141 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4% | ±2.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,972 | ±364 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 89.6% | ±2.7% |
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 | KG-05 | Bloomfield, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Bloomfield, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Mount Washington, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Coxs Creek, 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 | 24.7 mi away | 11320 North Preston Highway, Louisville, KY, 40229-2862 |
5029684858
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BLOOMFIELD
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Library | 1.8 mi away | 34 ARNOLD LANE, BLOOMFIELD, KY, 40008 |
(502) 252-9129
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SPENCER COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.4 mi away | 168 TAYLORSVILLE ROAD, TAYLORSVILLE, KY, 40071 |
(502) 477-8137
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NELSON COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.9 mi away | 201 CATHEDRAL MANOR, BARDSTOWN, KY, 40004 |
(502) 348-3714
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NELSON COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.9 mi away | 201 CATHEDRAL MANOR, BARDSTOWN, KY, 40004 |
(502) 348-3714
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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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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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MOUNT WASHINGTON BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 17.5 mi away | 214 N. BARDSTOWN RD, MT. WASHINGTON, KY, 40047 |
(502) 538-7560
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MARION COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY - LORETTO BRANCH
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Library | 20.2 mi away | 255 SCHOOL DRIVE, LORETTO, KY, 40037 |
(270) 431-0040
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SHELBY - BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 21.2 mi away | 309 EIGHTH STREET, SHELBYVILLE, KY, 40065 |
(502) 633-3803
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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 TAYLORSVILLE LAKE, KY US, located 6.6 miles from ZCTA5 40008. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43.4° | 22.0° | 32.7° | 3.52" | — |
| February | 48.4° | 24.9° | 36.7° | 3.86" | — |
| March | 58.5° | 32.5° | 45.5° | 4.96" | — |
| April | 69.7° | 41.1° | 55.4° | 4.87" | — |
| May | 79.2° | 51.4° | 65.3° | 5.59" | — |
| June | 87.1° | 59.8° | 73.4° | 4.94" | — |
| July | 90.3° | 64.0° | 77.2° | 5.33" | — |
| August | 89.2° | 62.4° | 75.8° | 3.47" | — |
| September | 84.0° | 55.1° | 69.6° | 3.72" | — |
| October | 71.5° | 42.2° | 56.8° | 3.86" | — |
| November | 57.9° | 33.6° | 45.8° | 3.88" | — |
| December | 47.4° | 26.7° | 37.1° | 4.50" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bloomfield city | City | 2.2 mi | — |
| Chaplin CDP | CDP | 3.0 mi | — |
| Fairfield city | City | 6.2 mi | — |
| Taylorsville city | City | 9.4 mi | — |
| Willisburg city | City | 10.8 mi | — |
| Bardstown city | City | 11.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 40008. • 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.