ZIP Code 40965, Kentucky
ZIP Code 40965 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 40965 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Bell County / Claiborne County, Kentucky. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 11,561. The land area covers 86.29 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11,561 | ±527 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 40.4 yrs | ±2.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 5,238 | ±376 | 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 | 6,052 | ±332 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 5,238 | ±376 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 814 | ±230 |
| Median Home Value | $95,200 | ±$14,293 |
| Median Gross Rent | $595 | ±$129 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $28,685 | ±$3,350 |
| Per Capita Income | $21,508 | ±$2,420 |
| Poverty Rate | 31.8% | ±5.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 3,625 | ±634 |
| Unemployment Rate | 10.8% | ±6.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 3,603 | ±417 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 77.9% | ±4.5% |
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 BELL
GUS Population: 23,051 (2024)
ID: 127546
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY JUDGE EXECUTIVE
PO BOX 339, PINEVILLE KY 40977-0339
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 09-12 | Tazewell, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | New Tazewell, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | Tazewell, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Clairfield, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Cumberland Gap, TN | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | UG | Middlesboro, KY | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | UG | Pineville, 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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Lincoln Memorial University
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College | 4.9 mi away | 6965 Cumberland Gap Parkway, Harrogate, TN, 37752-8231 |
4238693611
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BELL COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY SYSTEM
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Library | 1.4 mi away | 126 SOUTH 20TH STREET, MIDDLESBORO, KY, 40965 |
(606) 248-4812
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Clear Creek Baptist Bible College
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College | 7.3 mi away | 300 Clear Creek Rd, Pineville, KY, 40977-9752 |
6063373196
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PINEVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.4 mi away | 126 SOUTH 20TH STREET, PINEVILLE, KY, 40977 |
(606) 248-4812
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Sandra Academy of Salon Services
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College Vocational | 14.6 mi away | 907 Main Street, New Tazewell, TN, 37825-7239 |
4236267877
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PINEVILLE-BELL CO. PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.9 mi away | 214 WALNUT ST., PINEVILLE, KY, 40977 |
(606) 337-3422
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Union Commonwealth University
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College | 19.4 mi away | 310 College St, Barbourville, KY, 40906-1499 |
6065464151
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BARBARA REYNOLDS CARR MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 14.5 mi away | 1304 OLD KNOXVILLE ROAD, TAZEWELL, TN, 37879 |
(423) 626-5414
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KNOX COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.1 mi away | 206 KNOX STREET, BARBOURVILLE, KY, 40906 |
(606) 546-5339
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KNOX COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.1 mi away | 206 KNOX STREET, BARBOURVILLE, KY, 40906 |
(606) 546-5339
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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 TAZEWELL, TN US, located 14.3 miles from ZCTA5 40965. 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° | 22.8° | 33.3° | 4.73" | 2.6" |
| February | 48.3° | 25.6° | 37.0° | 5.06" | 3.0" |
| March | 57.3° | 31.5° | 44.4° | 5.25" | 0.6" |
| April | 67.5° | 39.6° | 53.5° | 5.30" | 0.1" |
| May | 75.1° | 50.0° | 62.6° | 4.23" | 0.0" |
| June | 81.9° | 58.8° | 70.3° | 5.04" | 0.0" |
| July | 84.7° | 63.3° | 74.0° | 5.24" | 0.0" |
| August | 84.2° | 61.8° | 73.0° | 3.84" | 0.0" |
| September | 79.4° | 54.7° | 67.1° | 3.78" | 0.0" |
| October | 68.9° | 41.4° | 55.2° | 3.08" | 0.1" |
| November | 57.1° | 30.7° | 43.9° | 3.81" | 0.1" |
| December | 47.2° | 26.1° | 36.6° | 5.32" | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Middlesborough city | City | 0.7 mi | — |
| Cumberland Gap town | Town | 4.0 mi | — |
| Harrogate city | City | 5.7 mi | — |
| Pineville city | City | 8.9 mi | — |
| Arjay CDP | CDP | 13.8 mi | — |
| Tazewell town | Town | 14.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 40965. • 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.