ZIP Code 40218, Kentucky
ZIP Code 40218 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 40218 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Jefferson County, Kentucky. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 33,736. The land area covers 9.00 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 33,736 | ±2,383 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 33.2 yrs | ±1.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 13,474 | ±694 | 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 | 14,288 | ±724 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 13,474 | ±694 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 814 | ±271 |
| Median Home Value | $205,300 | ±$10,728 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,162 | ±$37 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $58,811 | ±$4,034 |
| Per Capita Income | $29,487 | ±$1,870 |
| Poverty Rate | 14% | ±3.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 4,671 | ±1,162 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.4% | ±1.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 17,634 | ±1,296 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 90.3% | ±2.5% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | 05-12 | Louisville, KY | |
| Special Education School Nearby | 12 | Louisville, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Louisville, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Anchorage, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Louisville, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Louisville, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Louisville, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Louisville, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Louisville, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Louisville, 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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Sullivan University
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College | 1.8 mi away | 3101 Bardstown Rd, Louisville, KY, 40205 |
5024566504
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NEWBURG
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Library | 0.9 mi away | 4800 EXETER AVENUE, LOUISVILLE, KY, 40218 |
(502) 479-6160
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Bellarmine University
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College | 3.3 mi away | 2001 Newburg Rd, Louisville, KY, 40205-0671 |
5022728263
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BON AIR
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Library | 1.8 mi away | 2816 DEL RIO PLACE, LOUISVILLE, KY, 40220 |
(502) 574-1795
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Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary
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College | 3.6 mi away | 1044 Alta Vista Rd, Louisville, KY, 40205-1798 |
5028953411
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SOUTH CENTRAL REGIONAL
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Library | 3.2 mi away | 7300 JEFFERSON BOULEVARD, LOUISVILLE, KY, 40219 |
(502) 964-3515
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The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary
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College | 4.4 mi away | 2825 Lexington Rd, Louisville, KY, 40280-0001 |
8006265525
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ST. MATTHEWS
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Library | 4.2 mi away | 3940 GRANDVIEW AVENUE, LOUISVILLE, KY, 40207 |
(502) 574-1771
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Empire Beauty School-Chenoweth
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College Vocational | 4.6 mi away | 151 Chenoweth Ln, Louisville, KY, 40207 |
8009204593
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HIGHLANDS-SHELBY PARK
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Library | 4.6 mi away | 1250 BARDSTOWN ROAD, SUITE 4, LOUISVILLE, KY, 40204 |
(502) 574-1672
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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 LOUISVILLE BOWMAN FLD, KY US, located 2.7 miles from ZCTA5 40218. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42.9° | 27.1° | 35.0° | 3.28" | — |
| February | 47.5° | 29.8° | 38.7° | 3.27" | — |
| March | 57.0° | 37.8° | 47.4° | 4.37" | — |
| April | 68.6° | 47.5° | 58.1° | 4.69" | — |
| May | 77.1° | 57.4° | 67.2° | 5.16" | — |
| June | 84.8° | 65.9° | 75.4° | 4.68" | — |
| July | 87.9° | 69.3° | 78.6° | 4.56" | — |
| August | 87.1° | 68.1° | 77.6° | 3.53" | — |
| September | 80.9° | 59.9° | 70.4° | 3.61" | — |
| October | 69.3° | 48.2° | 58.8° | 3.65" | — |
| November | 56.6° | 37.8° | 47.2° | 3.44" | — |
| December | 46.4° | 31.2° | 38.8° | 3.88" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Buechel city | City | 0.7 mi | — |
| Watterson Park city | City | 1.4 mi | — |
| Louisville/Jefferson County metro government (balance) | City | 1.8 mi | — |
| Wellington city | City | 2.0 mi | — |
| Kingsley city | City | 2.4 mi | — |
| Strathmoor Village city | City | 2.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 40218. • 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.