ZIP Code 41143, Kentucky
ZIP Code 41143 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 41143 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Carter County / Greenup County, Kentucky. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 13,242. The land area covers 193.54 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 13,242 | ±911 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 41.6 yrs | ±3.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 5,388 | ±343 | 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 | 6,023 | ±340 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 5,388 | ±343 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 635 | ±213 |
| Median Home Value | $150,600 | ±$17,277 |
| Median Gross Rent | $748 | ±$86 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $49,257 | ±$4,519 |
| Per Capita Income | $27,590 | ±$2,349 |
| Poverty Rate | 19.2% | ±4.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 2,438 | ±547 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.9% | ±2.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 4,445 | ±532 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 82.5% | ±2.8% |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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COUNTY OF CARTER
GUS Population: 26,098 (2024)
ID: 165744
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: TREASURER
300 W MAIN ST, RM 220, GRAYSON KY 41143-1274
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Argillite, KY | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | Ashland, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | Ashland, KY | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | Ashland, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Ashland, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Ashland, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Raceland, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Ashland, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Grayson, KY | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | Olive Hill, 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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Kentucky Christian University
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College | 1.6 mi away | 100 Academic Pkwy, Grayson, KY, 41143-1199 |
6064743000
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GRAYSON BRANCH
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Library | 1.4 mi away | 116 W MAIN STREET, GRAYSON, KY, 41143 |
(606) 475-1528
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Ashland Community and Technical College
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College | 19.9 mi away | 1400 College Drive, Ashland, KY, 41101-3683 |
6063262000
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CARTER COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.9 mi away | 120 COMET DRIVE, OLIVE HILL, KY, 41164 |
(606) 286-8070
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Ohio University-Southern Campus
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College | 21.2 mi away | 1804 Liberty Ave, Ironton, OH, 45638 |
7405334600
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MIDLAND BRANCH
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Library | 16.6 mi away | 6686 HWY 60, ASHLAND, KY, 41102 |
(606) 929-5346
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Elite Welding Academy South Point
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College Vocational | 22.0 mi away | 1910 County Road One, South Point, OH, 45680-8849 |
5134543200
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GREENUP COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 18.4 mi away | 508 MAIN STREET, GREENUP, KY, 41144 |
(606) 473-6514
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Tri-State Bible College
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College | 22.3 mi away | 506 Margaret St, South Point, OH, 45680 |
740377252018
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GREENUP COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 18.4 mi away | 508 MAIN STREET, GREENUP, KY, 41144 |
(606) 473-6514
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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 GRAYSON 2 E, KY US, located 3.7 miles from ZCTA5 41143. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43.0° | 21.8° | 32.4° | 3.25" | 5.9" |
| February | 47.0° | 23.6° | 35.3° | 3.28" | 6.1" |
| March | 56.5° | 29.3° | 42.9° | 4.46" | 1.8" |
| April | 68.8° | 38.5° | 53.6° | 4.08" | 0.1" |
| May | 76.2° | 49.2° | 62.7° | 4.89" | 0.0" |
| June | 83.6° | 58.4° | 71.0° | 4.00" | 0.0" |
| July | 86.8° | 62.8° | 74.8° | 4.78" | 0.0" |
| August | 85.6° | 61.5° | 73.6° | 4.69" | 0.0" |
| September | 80.1° | 53.7° | 66.9° | 3.05" | 0.0" |
| October | 69.3° | 40.5° | 54.9° | 2.92" | 0.0" |
| November | 57.1° | 30.5° | 43.8° | 2.95" | 0.4" |
| December | 46.7° | 25.9° | 36.3° | 3.78" | 3.8" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grayson city | City | 2.1 mi | — |
| Olive Hill city | City | 10.7 mi | — |
| Cannonsburg CDP | CDP | 15.4 mi | — |
| Ironville CDP | CDP | 17.2 mi | — |
| Greenup city | City | 18.0 mi | — |
| Wurtland city | City | 18.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 41143. • 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.