ZIP Code 40272, Kentucky
ZIP Code 40272 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 40272 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Bullitt County / Jefferson County, Kentucky. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 38,289. The land area covers 33.28 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 38,289 | ±2,124 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 38.2 yrs | ±1.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 14,313 | ±699 | 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 | 15,400 | ±673 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 14,313 | ±699 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,087 | ±268 |
| Median Home Value | $176,200 | ±$7,280 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,203 | ±$65 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $69,940 | ±$3,405 |
| Per Capita Income | $30,960 | ±$1,632 |
| Poverty Rate | 12.7% | ±3.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 4,815 | ±1,398 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4% | ±1.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 17,798 | ±1,226 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 91.9% | ±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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COUNTY OF BULLITT
GUS Population: 85,802 (2024)
ID: 165740
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: ADMINISTRATIVE ASST
PO BOX 768, SHEPHERDSVILLE KY 40165-0768
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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 | 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 | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | 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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Empire Beauty School-Dixie
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College Vocational | 6.2 mi away | 5120 Dixie Highway, Louisville, KY, 40216 |
8009204593
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SOUTHWEST REGIONAL
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Library | 2.5 mi away | 9725 DIXIE HIGHWAY, LOUISVILLE, KY, 40272 |
(502) 933-0029
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American College of Barbering
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College Vocational | 10.0 mi away | 11320 North Preston Highway, Louisville, KY, 40229-2862 |
5029684858
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NICHOLS BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 4.8 mi away | 10729 HWY 44 W, WEST POINT, KY, 40177 |
(502) 324-7699
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University of Louisville
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College | 10.8 mi away | 2301 S 3rd St, Louisville, KY, 40292-0001 |
5028525555
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FAIRDALE
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Library | 5.4 mi away | 10620 WEST MANSLICK ROAD, FAIRDALE, KY, 40118 |
(502) 375-2051
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Simmons College of Kentucky
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College | 12.1 mi away | 1018 South 7th Street, Louisville, KY, 40203-3322 |
50277614435113
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ELIZABETH BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 7.4 mi away | 5101 MAIN STREET, ELIZABETH, IN, 47117 |
(812) 969-2899
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Spalding University
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College | 12.5 mi away | 901 S Fourth Street, Louisville, KY, 40203-2188 |
5025859911
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IROQUOIS
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Library | 8.4 mi away | 601 WEST WOODLAWN, LOUISVILLE, KY, 40215 |
(502) 574-1720
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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 INTL AP, KY US, located 9.4 miles from ZCTA5 40272. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43.6° | 27.8° | 35.7° | 3.39" | 4.5" |
| February | 48.3° | 30.7° | 39.5° | 3.41" | 4.1" |
| March | 58.1° | 38.6° | 48.4° | 4.60" | 2.1" |
| April | 69.6° | 48.5° | 59.0° | 4.80" | 0.1" |
| May | 77.8° | 58.7° | 68.3° | 5.18" | 0.0" |
| June | 85.7° | 67.2° | 76.4° | 4.27" | 0.0" |
| July | 89.0° | 70.8° | 79.9° | 4.05" | 0.0" |
| August | 88.4° | 69.5° | 78.9° | 3.71" | 0.0" |
| September | 82.2° | 61.9° | 72.0° | 3.66" | 0.0" |
| October | 70.5° | 50.1° | 60.3° | 3.72" | 0.1" |
| November | 57.6° | 39.4° | 48.5° | 3.42" | 0.3" |
| December | 47.2° | 32.1° | 39.6° | 4.13" | 2.2" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hollyvilla city | City | 5.8 mi | — |
| Elizabeth town | Town | 7.3 mi | — |
| Brooks CDP | CDP | 7.5 mi | — |
| West Point city | City | 8.5 mi | — |
| Hillview city | City | 8.6 mi | — |
| Shively city | City | 8.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 40272. • 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.