ZIP Code 40874, Kentucky
ZIP Code 40874 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 40874 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Clay County / Leslie County, Kentucky. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 57. The land area covers 23.66 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 57 | ±61 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 56.2 yrs | ±1.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 43 | ±50 | 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 | 43 | ±50 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 43 | ±50 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 0 | ±13 |
| 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 | Suppressed | — |
| Per Capita Income | Data unavailable | — |
| Poverty Rate | 0% | ±22.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 0 | ±13 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±27.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 48 | ±53 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 20.9% | ±28.1% |
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 CLAY
GUS Population: 19,592 (2024)
ID: 165746
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: ADMINISTRATOR
102 RICHMOND RD, STE 201, MANCHESTER KY 40962-1393
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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-06 | Oneida, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Cawood, KY | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | UG | Harlan, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Flat Lick, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Manchester, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Bledsoe, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Baxter, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | Harlan, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-12 | Harlan, 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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Edge Academy of Beauty
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College Vocational | 19.5 mi away | 356 Manchester Square Shopping Center, Suite 19, Manchester, KY, 40962-8700 |
6065993813
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HARLAN COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.9 mi away | 107 N. 3RD ST., HARLAN, KY, 40831 |
(606) 573-5220
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Clear Creek Baptist Bible College
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College | 23.1 mi away | 300 Clear Creek Rd, Pineville, KY, 40977-9752 |
6063373196
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HARLAN COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.9 mi away | 107 NORTH THIRD STREET, HARLAN, KY, 40831 |
(606) 573-5220
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Hazard Community and Technical College
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College | 23.6 mi away | One Community College Drive, Hazard, KY, 41701-2402 |
6064873503
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LESLIE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.1 mi away | 22065 MAIN STREET, HYDEN, KY, 41749 |
(606) 672-2460
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Union Commonwealth University
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College | 24.4 mi away | 310 College St, Barbourville, KY, 40906-1499 |
6065464151
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LESLIE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.1 mi away | 22066 MAIN STREET, HYDEN, KY, 41749 |
(606) 672-2460
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EVARTS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.7 mi away | 104 HARLAN ST., EVARTS, KY, 40828 |
(606) 837-9703
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CLAY COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.6 mi away | 211 BRIDGE STREET, MANCHESTER, KY, 40962 |
(606) 598-2617
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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 12.0 miles from ZCTA5 40874. 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 | 11.1 mi | — |
| Wallins Creek CDP | CDP | 11.1 mi | — |
| Loyall city | City | 11.7 mi | — |
| Hyden city | City | 12.8 mi | — |
| South Wallins CDP | CDP | 12.9 mi | — |
| Harlan city | City | 13.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 40874. • 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.