ZIP Code 40121, Kentucky
ZIP Code 40121 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 40121 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Hardin County / Meade County, Kentucky. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 8,836. The land area covers 35.22 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,836 | ±787 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 24 yrs | ±1.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 2,226 | ±224 | 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 | 2,497 | ±200 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 2,226 | ±224 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 271 | ±105 |
| Median Home Value | Suppressed | — |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,502 | ±$126 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $82,663 | ±$14,292 |
| Per Capita Income | $32,370 | ±$2,952 |
| Poverty Rate | 9% | ±5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 644 | ±365 |
| Unemployment Rate | 15.1% | ±6.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,485 | ±237 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 96.6% | ±2.9% |
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: 112,826 (2024)
ID: 105328
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: JUDGE EXECUTIVE
PO BOX 568, ELIZABETHTOWN KY 42702-0568
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Louisville, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-03 | Brandenburg, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Shepherdsville, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Louisville, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Louisville, KY | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | Fort Knox, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Elizabethtown, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Brooks, KY | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | Shepherdsville, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Shepherdsville, 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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Empire Beauty School-Elizabethtown
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College Vocational | 16.5 mi away | 554 Westport Road, Elizabethtown, KY, 42701 |
8009204593
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NICHOLS BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 7.3 mi away | 10729 HWY 44 W, WEST POINT, KY, 40177 |
(502) 324-7699
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Elizabethtown Community and Technical College
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College | 16.8 mi away | 600 College Street Rd, Elizabethtown, KY, 42701-3081 |
2707692371
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MEADE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.1 mi away | 996 OLD EKRON ROAD, BRANDENBURG, KY, 40108 |
(270) 422-2094
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Empire Beauty School-Dixie
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College Vocational | 18.0 mi away | 5120 Dixie Highway, Louisville, KY, 40216 |
8009204593
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MEADE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.1 mi away | 996 OLD EKRON ROAD, BRANDENBURG, KY, 40108 |
(270) 422-2094
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American College of Barbering
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College Vocational | 19.2 mi away | 11320 North Preston Highway, Louisville, KY, 40229-2862 |
5029684858
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ELIZABETH BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 13.8 mi away | 5101 MAIN STREET, ELIZABETH, IN, 47117 |
(812) 969-2899
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University of Louisville
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College | 22.8 mi away | 2301 S 3rd St, Louisville, KY, 40292-0001 |
5028525555
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LEBANON JUNCTION BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 13.9 mi away | 11382 S. PRESTON HWY, LEBANON JUNCTION, KY, 40150 |
(502) 833-8648
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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 BRANDENBURG, KY US, located 8.8 miles from ZCTA5 40121. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43.0° | 22.7° | 32.8° | 3.96" | — |
| February | 47.3° | 25.3° | 36.3° | 3.52" | — |
| March | 56.9° | 32.6° | 44.8° | 4.94" | — |
| April | 69.2° | 42.1° | 55.6° | 5.37" | — |
| May | 76.3° | 52.7° | 64.5° | 6.03" | — |
| June | 83.2° | 61.0° | 72.1° | 4.50" | — |
| July | 86.4° | 65.1° | 75.7° | 4.92" | — |
| August | 85.9° | 63.3° | 74.6° | 3.59" | — |
| September | 80.3° | 55.8° | 68.0° | 3.84" | — |
| October | 69.1° | 44.2° | 56.6° | 3.92" | — |
| November | 56.1° | 33.8° | 44.9° | 3.95" | — |
| December | 46.0° | 27.0° | 36.5° | 4.76" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muldraugh city | City | 1.9 mi | — |
| Fort Knox CDP | CDP | 2.5 mi | — |
| West Point city | City | 4.0 mi | — |
| Radcliff city | City | 7.5 mi | — |
| Vine Grove city | City | 8.1 mi | — |
| Doe Valley CDP | CDP | 8.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 40121. • 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.