ZIP Code 40819, Kentucky
ZIP Code 40819 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 40819 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Harlan County, Kentucky. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 808. The land area covers 16.42 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 808 | ±320 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 66.1 yrs | ±22.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 377 | ±125 | 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 | 524 | ±161 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 377 | ±125 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 147 | ±108 |
| Median Home Value | Suppressed | — |
| Median Gross Rent | Suppressed | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $31,799 | ±$21,901 |
| Per Capita Income | $21,017 | ±$6,224 |
| Poverty Rate | 14.4% | ±9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 116 | ±86 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.3% | ±8.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 118 | ±106 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 69.8% | ±25.9% |
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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COUNTY OF HARLAN
GUS Population: 25,052 (2024)
ID: 165757
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: JUDGE EXECUTIVE
PO BOX 956, HARLAN KY 40831-0956
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | Grays Knob, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Pineville, KY | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 08-12 | Pineville, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Pineville, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Cawood, KY | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | UG | Harlan, KY | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | UG | Pineville, KY | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | UG | Pineville, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Harrogate, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-07 | Ewing, VA |
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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Clear Creek Baptist Bible College
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College | 16.7 mi away | 300 Clear Creek Rd, Pineville, KY, 40977-9752 |
6063373196
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HARLAN COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.4 mi away | 107 N. 3RD ST., HARLAN, KY, 40831 |
(606) 573-5220
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Lincoln Memorial University
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College | 19.6 mi away | 6965 Cumberland Gap Parkway, Harrogate, TN, 37752-8231 |
4238693611
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HARLAN COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.4 mi away | 107 NORTH THIRD STREET, HARLAN, KY, 40831 |
(606) 573-5220
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ROSE HILL COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 9.9 mi away | 6463 DR. THOMAS WALKER ROAD, ROSE HILL, VA, 24281 |
(276) 445-5329
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EVARTS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.4 mi away | 104 HARLAN ST., EVARTS, KY, 40828 |
(606) 837-9703
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PINEVILLE-BELL CO. PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.4 mi away | 214 WALNUT ST., PINEVILLE, KY, 40977 |
(606) 337-3422
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PINEVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.2 mi away | 126 SOUTH 20TH STREET, PINEVILLE, KY, 40977 |
(606) 248-4812
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BELL COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY SYSTEM
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Library | 20.3 mi away | 126 SOUTH 20TH STREET, MIDDLESBORO, KY, 40965 |
(606) 248-4812
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HANCOCK COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 22.4 mi away | 138 WILLOW STREET, SNEEDVILLE, TN, 37869 |
(423) 733-2020
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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 BAXTER, KY US, located 7.3 miles from ZCTA5 40819. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45.2° | 25.9° | 35.6° | 4.08" | — |
| February | 49.1° | 28.5° | 38.8° | 4.28" | — |
| March | 57.9° | 34.0° | 46.0° | 5.01" | — |
| April | 68.4° | 42.3° | 55.4° | 4.85" | — |
| May | 75.7° | 52.4° | 64.0° | 4.74" | — |
| June | 82.3° | 61.0° | 71.6° | 4.73" | — |
| July | 85.0° | 65.0° | 75.0° | 4.77" | — |
| August | 84.5° | 63.8° | 74.1° | 4.46" | — |
| September | 79.5° | 57.3° | 68.4° | 3.47" | — |
| October | 69.7° | 45.1° | 57.4° | 3.18" | — |
| November | 57.9° | 34.1° | 46.0° | 3.60" | — |
| December | 48.6° | 29.4° | 39.0° | 5.04" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coldiron CDP | CDP | 1.9 mi | — |
| South Wallins CDP | CDP | 2.4 mi | — |
| Wallins Creek CDP | CDP | 2.6 mi | — |
| Pathfork CDP | CDP | 3.3 mi | — |
| Loyall city | City | 6.2 mi | — |
| Harlan city | City | 7.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 40819. • 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.