ZIP Code 40997, Kentucky
ZIP Code 40997 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 40997 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Knox County, Kentucky. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 404. The land area covers 25.66 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 404 | ±233 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 30.3 yrs | ±15.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 197 | ±116 | 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 | 234 | ±114 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 197 | ±116 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 37 | ±31 |
| Median Home Value | $64,100 | ±$18,886 |
| 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 | $25,694 | ±$6,076 |
| Poverty Rate | 11.6% | ±9.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 47 | ±47 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±6.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 205 | ±161 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 89.8% | ±20.8% |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
|
GUS Population: 29,657 (2024)
ID: 105339
|
County | Official County Government |
Contact: JUDGE EXECUTIVE
PO BOX 173, BARBOURVILLE KY 40906-0173
|
Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | Barbourville, KY | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 07-12 | Barbourville, 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-05 | Barbourville, KY | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | UG | Pineville, KY | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | UG | Pineville, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Flat Lick, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Flat Lick, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Clear Creek Baptist Bible College
|
College | 12.3 mi away | 300 Clear Creek Rd, Pineville, KY, 40977-9752 |
6063373196
|
|
PINEVILLE-BELL CO. PUBLIC LIBRARY
|
Library | 9.5 mi away | 214 WALNUT ST., PINEVILLE, KY, 40977 |
(606) 337-3422
|
|
Union Commonwealth University
|
College | 12.6 mi away | 310 College St, Barbourville, KY, 40906-1499 |
6065464151
|
|
KNOX COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
|
Library | 12.6 mi away | 206 KNOX STREET, BARBOURVILLE, KY, 40906 |
(606) 546-5339
|
|
Edge Academy of Beauty
|
College Vocational | 18.0 mi away | 356 Manchester Square Shopping Center, Suite 19, Manchester, KY, 40962-8700 |
6065993813
|
|
KNOX COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
|
Library | 12.6 mi away | 206 KNOX STREET, BARBOURVILLE, KY, 40906 |
(606) 546-5339
|
|
Lincoln Memorial University
|
College | 21.8 mi away | 6965 Cumberland Gap Parkway, Harrogate, TN, 37752-8231 |
4238693611
|
|
CLAY COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
|
Library | 18.7 mi away | 211 BRIDGE STREET, MANCHESTER, KY, 40962 |
(606) 598-2617
|
|
HARLAN COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
|
Library | 19.2 mi away | 107 N. 3RD ST., HARLAN, KY, 40831 |
(606) 573-5220
|
|
HARLAN COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
|
Library | 19.2 mi away | 107 NORTH THIRD STREET, HARLAN, KY, 40831 |
(606) 573-5220
|
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 BARBOURVILLE, KY US, located 12.2 miles from ZCTA5 40997. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45.1° | 24.6° | 34.9° | 4.37" | — |
| February | 50.1° | 27.6° | 38.9° | 4.35" | — |
| March | 58.8° | 32.8° | 45.8° | 4.91" | — |
| April | 69.3° | 41.3° | 55.3° | 5.08" | — |
| May | 77.4° | 51.4° | 64.4° | 4.54" | — |
| June | 84.3° | 60.3° | 72.3° | 5.11" | — |
| July | 87.0° | 64.8° | 75.9° | 5.77" | — |
| August | 86.2° | 63.6° | 74.9° | 3.98" | — |
| September | 81.1° | 56.3° | 68.7° | 3.45" | — |
| October | 70.6° | 43.5° | 57.1° | 3.13" | — |
| November | 58.3° | 32.8° | 45.5° | 3.82" | — |
| December | 48.9° | 27.9° | 38.4° | 5.26" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arjay CDP | CDP | 6.2 mi | — |
| Flat Lick CDP | CDP | 6.9 mi | — |
| Pineville city | City | 10.5 mi | — |
| Artemus CDP | CDP | 10.9 mi | — |
| Barbourville city | City | 12.4 mi | — |
| Coldiron CDP | CDP | 12.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 40997. • 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.