ZIP Code 40855, Kentucky
ZIP Code 40855 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 40855 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Harlan County, Kentucky. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 744. The land area covers 14.98 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 744 | ±215 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 47.1 yrs | ±10.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 288 | ±84 | 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 | 458 | ±98 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 288 | ±84 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 170 | ±67 |
| Median Home Value | $57,500 | ±$15,352 |
| Median Gross Rent | $889 | ±$287 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $29,891 | ±$5,257 |
| Per Capita Income | $17,919 | ±$4,243 |
| Poverty Rate | 34.9% | ±13.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 260 | ±127 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.3% | ±5.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 235 | ±95 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 84.7% | ±9.3% |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Eolia, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Whitesburg, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Cumberland, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Dryden, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Pennington Gap, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 08-12 | Norton, VA | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | N | Ben Hur, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 08-12 | Jonesville, VA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 08-12 | Whitesburg, KY | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 08-12 | Whitesburg, 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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Southeast Kentucky Community & Technical College
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College | 6.7 mi away | 700 College Rd, Cumberland, KY, 40823 |
6065892145
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REBECCA CAUDILL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.7 mi away | 310 WEST MAIN ST., CUMBERLAND, KY, 40823 |
(606) 589-2409
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Mountain Empire Community College
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College | 8.7 mi away | 3441 Mountain Empire Road, Big Stone Gap, VA, 24219 |
2765232400
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C. BASCOM SLEMP MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 7.4 mi away | 11 PROCTOR STREET N, BIG STONE GAP, VA, 24219 |
(276) 523-1334
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Allure Beauty College
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College Vocational | 13.6 mi away | 74 Parkway Plaza Loop, Whitesburg, KY, 41858 |
6066338784
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HARRY M. CAUDILL MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 13.4 mi away | 220 MAIN STREET, WHITESBURG, KY, 41858 |
(606) 633-7547
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University of Virginia's College at Wise
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College | 18.2 mi away | 1 College Avenue, Wise, VA, 24293-4400 |
2763280100
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LETCHER COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 13.4 mi away | 220 MAIN ST, WHITESBURG, KY, 42858 |
(606) 633-7547
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LEE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.4 mi away | 539 JOSLYN AVENUE, PENNINGTON GAP, VA, 24277 |
(276) 546-1141
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BLACKEY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.4 mi away | 295 MAIN STREET LOOP, BLACKEY, KY, 41804 |
(606) 633-4013
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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 BIG STONE GAP, VA US, located 6.9 miles from ZCTA5 40855. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43.9° | 23.9° | 33.9° | 4.87" | 3.1" |
| February | 48.1° | 26.4° | 37.3° | 4.95" | 2.9" |
| March | 56.9° | 32.6° | 44.7° | 5.38" | 1.3" |
| April | 67.3° | 40.8° | 54.0° | 5.03" | 0.0" |
| May | 74.8° | 50.6° | 62.7° | 5.08" | 0.0" |
| June | 81.4° | 59.0° | 70.2° | 4.59" | 0.0" |
| July | 83.8° | 63.2° | 73.5° | 5.49" | 0.0" |
| August | 83.4° | 61.9° | 72.6° | 4.49" | 0.0" |
| September | 78.8° | 55.5° | 67.2° | 3.80" | 0.0" |
| October | 68.7° | 42.6° | 55.7° | 3.14" | 0.0" |
| November | 57.2° | 32.4° | 44.8° | 3.66" | 0.1" |
| December | 47.5° | 27.2° | 37.3° | 5.53" | 1.8" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lynch city | City | 2.9 mi | — |
| Osaka CDP | CDP | 4.2 mi | — |
| Benham city | City | 4.4 mi | — |
| Keokee CDP | CDP | 4.9 mi | — |
| Appalachia town | Town | 5.1 mi | — |
| Stonega CDP | CDP | 5.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 40855. • 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.