ZIP Code 40461, Kentucky
ZIP Code 40461 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 40461 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Garrard County / Madison County, Kentucky. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,527. The land area covers 55.66 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,527 | ±480 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 44.7 yrs | ±12.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 928 | ±148 | 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 | 989 | ±143 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 928 | ±148 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 61 | ±47 |
| Median Home Value | $201,800 | ±$33,379 |
| Median Gross Rent | $786 | ±$130 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $71,212 | ±$17,665 |
| Per Capita Income | $35,959 | ±$7,510 |
| Poverty Rate | 13.8% | ±6.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 348 | ±187 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.5% | ±4.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 912 | ±232 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 93.8% | ±4.9% |
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: 18,040 (2024)
ID: 165752
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: JUDGE EXECUTIVE
15 PUBLIC SQ, STE 4, LANCASTER KY 40444-8151
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Richmond, KY | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | Richmond, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Berea, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Berea, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Berea, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Brodhead, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Lancaster, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Richmond, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Crab Orchard, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 01-05 | Richmond, 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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Berea Beauty Academy
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College Vocational | 4.6 mi away | 213 Pauline Drive, Berea, KY, 40403-8004 |
8597563581
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MADISON COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY, BEREA
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Library | 6.1 mi away | 319 CHESTNUT STREET, BEREA, KY, 40403 |
(859) 986-7112
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Berea College
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College | 6.2 mi away | 101 Chestnut Street, Berea, KY, 40404-2182 |
8599853000
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GARRARD COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.8 mi away | 101 LEXINGTON STREET, LANCASTER, KY, 40444 |
(859) 792-3424
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Medical Career & Technical College
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College Vocational | 11.8 mi away | 630 Eastern Bypass, Richmond, KY, 40475-2614 |
8596241988
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GARRARD COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.8 mi away | 101 LEXINGTON STREET, LANCASTER, KY, 40444 |
(859) 792-3424
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Eastern Kentucky University
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College | 12.4 mi away | 521 Lancaster Ave, Richmond, KY, 40475-3102 |
8596221000
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MADISON COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.9 mi away | 507 WEST MAIN STREET, RICHMOND, KY, 40475 |
(859) 623-6704
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Kentucky Horseshoeing School
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College Vocational | 20.5 mi away | 3612 Lexington Road, Richmond, KY, 40475-1810 |
8595754063
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LINCOLN COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.5 mi away | 201 LANCASTER STREET, STANFORD, KY, 40484 |
(606) 365-7513
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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 CRAB ORCHARD 6 N, KY US, located 6.6 miles from ZCTA5 40461. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 44.6° | 26.8° | 35.7° | 3.67" | 3.0" |
| February | 49.6° | 29.7° | 39.7° | 3.49" | 1.8" |
| March | 58.8° | 36.2° | 47.5° | 4.74" | 1.0" |
| April | 70.0° | 45.0° | 57.5° | 4.61" | 0.0" |
| May | 76.8° | 53.8° | 65.3° | 5.09" | 0.0" |
| June | 83.1° | 61.4° | 72.3° | 5.12" | 0.0" |
| July | 85.7° | 64.9° | 75.3° | 5.19" | 0.0" |
| August | 85.4° | 63.2° | 74.3° | 3.61" | 0.0" |
| September | 80.3° | 57.2° | 68.7° | 3.93" | 0.0" |
| October | 70.2° | 46.4° | 58.3° | 3.53" | 0.0" |
| November | 58.4° | 36.6° | 47.5° | 3.54" | 0.2" |
| December | 48.2° | 30.3° | 39.3° | 4.03" | 1.4" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Berea city | City | 6.1 mi | — |
| Lancaster city | City | 9.9 mi | — |
| Crab Orchard city | City | 10.4 mi | — |
| Richmond city | City | 11.7 mi | — |
| Brodhead city | City | 12.5 mi | — |
| Stanford city | City | 14.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 40461. • 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.