ZIP Code 40359, Kentucky
ZIP Code 40359 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 40359 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Owen County, Kentucky. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 6,989. The land area covers 217.84 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,989 | ±516 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 43.2 yrs | ±3.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 2,629 | ±219 | 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 | 3,240 | ±221 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 2,629 | ±219 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 611 | ±180 |
| Median Home Value | $169,700 | ±$18,687 |
| Median Gross Rent | $745 | ±$133 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $62,542 | ±$8,546 |
| Per Capita Income | $31,857 | ±$4,258 |
| Poverty Rate | 14.2% | ±5.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 974 | ±360 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.9% | ±2.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 3,239 | ±372 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 83% | ±3.1% |
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 OWEN
GUS Population: 11,435 (2024)
ID: 105350
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: OWEN JUDGE EXECUTIVE
100 N THOMAS ST, OWENTON KY 40359-1552
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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 | Dry Ridge, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Pleasureville, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Dry Ridge, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Dry Ridge, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Williamstown, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Owenton, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Georgetown, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Owenton, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Owenton, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Stamping Ground, 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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Kentucky State University
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College | 19.1 mi away | 400 East Main Street, Frankfort, KY, 40601-2355 |
5025976000
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OWEN - BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 3.3 mi away | 1370 HIGHWAY 22 EAST, OWENTON, KY, 40359 |
(502) 484-3450
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Georgetown College
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College | 23.3 mi away | 400 East College Street, Georgetown, KY, 40324-1696 |
5028638000
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OWEN COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.3 mi away | 1370 HIGHWAY 22 EAST, OWENTON, KY, 40359 |
(502) 484-3450
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Midway University
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College | 24.0 mi away | 512 E. Stephens St, Midway, KY, 40347-1120 |
8598464421
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GRANT COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 17.8 mi away | 201 BARNES ROAD, WILLIAMSTOWN, KY, 41097 |
(859) 824-2080
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FRANKLIN COUNTY DISTRICT PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.6 mi away | 319 WAPPING STREET, FRANKFORT, KY, 40601 |
(502) 352-2665
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HENRY COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 21.1 mi away | 280 EAST BROADWAY, EMINENCE, KY, 40019 |
(502) 845-5682
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HENRY COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 21.3 mi away | 172 EMINENCE TERRACE, EMINENCE, KY, 40019 |
(502) 845-5682
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GALLATIN COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 21.7 mi away | 209 WEST MARKET STREET, WARSAW, KY, 41095 |
(859) 567-2786
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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 WILLIAMSTOWN, KY US, located 17.9 miles from ZCTA5 40359. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41.9° | 25.0° | 33.4° | 3.12" | 6.7" |
| February | 47.0° | 27.9° | 37.5° | 3.26" | 4.1" |
| March | 55.9° | 35.3° | 45.6° | 4.34" | 1.7" |
| April | 68.1° | 45.2° | 56.7° | 4.14" | 0.1" |
| May | 76.5° | 54.9° | 65.7° | 4.87" | 0.0" |
| June | 83.4° | 62.6° | 73.0° | 4.99" | 0.0" |
| July | 87.1° | 66.3° | 76.7° | 3.82" | 0.0" |
| August | 86.0° | 65.0° | 75.5° | 3.80" | 0.0" |
| September | 81.1° | 58.4° | 69.7° | 3.46" | 0.0" |
| October | 69.8° | 47.2° | 58.5° | 3.00" | 0.2" |
| November | 56.2° | 37.2° | 46.7° | 3.55" | 0.4" |
| December | 45.5° | 29.2° | 37.4° | 3.51" | 2.8" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Owenton city | City | 4.5 mi | — |
| Monterey city | City | 4.7 mi | — |
| Gratz city | City | 7.1 mi | — |
| Corinth city | City | 11.3 mi | — |
| Sanders city | City | 14.2 mi | — |
| Sadieville city | City | 15.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 40359. • 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.