ZIP Code 40243, Kentucky
ZIP Code 40243 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 40243 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Jefferson County, Kentucky. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 12,002. The land area covers 4.11 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12,002 | ±570 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 48 yrs | ±3.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 5,741 | ±322 | 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 | 6,204 | ±333 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 5,741 | ±322 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 463 | ±182 |
| Median Home Value | $323,200 | ±$12,144 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,444 | ±$79 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $77,587 | ±$7,560 |
| Per Capita Income | $49,797 | ±$4,286 |
| Poverty Rate | 7.2% | ±2.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 854 | ±308 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.6% | ±3.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 5,932 | ±442 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 88.8% | ±6.7% |
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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MedQuest College
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College | 2.0 mi away | 10400 Linn Station Road, Suite 120, Louisville, KY, 40223-1882 |
5022456177
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MIDDLETOWN
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Library | 0.5 mi away | 12556 SHELBYVILLE ROAD, LOUISVILLE, KY, 40243 |
(502) 245-7332
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ATA College
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College | 2.1 mi away | 10200 Linn Station Rd Ste 125, Louisville, KY, 40223 |
5023718330
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NORTHEAST REGIONAL
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Library | 3.1 mi away | 15 BELLEVOIR CIRCLE, LOUISVILLE, KY, 40223 |
(502) 394-0379
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Ideal Beauty Academy
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College Vocational | 2.3 mi away | 10213 Linn Station Rd, Louisville, KY, 40223 |
5022904700
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JEFFERSONTOWN
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Library | 3.4 mi away | 10635 WATTERSON TRAIL, LOUISVILLE, KY, 40299 |
(502) 267-5713
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Paul Mitchell the School-Louisville
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College Vocational | 2.7 mi away | 156 North Hurstbourne Parkway, Louisville, KY, 40222 |
5025831018
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CRESTWOOD, FORMERLY SOUTH OLDHAM
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Library | 6.2 mi away | 6720 W. HWY. 146, CRESTWOOD, KY, 40014 |
(502) 241-1108
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Galen College of Nursing-Louisville
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College | 3.3 mi away | 3050 Terra Crossing Blvd., Louisville, KY, 40245 |
5024106200
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ST. MATTHEWS
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Library | 6.5 mi away | 3940 GRANDVIEW AVENUE, LOUISVILLE, KY, 40207 |
(502) 574-1771
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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 7.2 miles from ZCTA5 40243. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodland Hills city | City | 0.1 mi | — |
| Middletown city | City | 0.6 mi | — |
| Douglass Hills city | City | 1.2 mi | — |
| Sycamore city | City | 1.7 mi | — |
| Blue Ridge Manor city | City | 1.8 mi | — |
| Anchorage city | City | 2.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 40243. • 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.