ZIP Code 41171, Kentucky
ZIP Code 41171 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 41171 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Elliott County, Kentucky. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 4,611. The land area covers 118.57 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,611 | ±414 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 43.3 yrs | ±1.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,440 | ±175 | 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 | 1,788 | ±149 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,440 | ±175 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 348 | ±116 |
| Median Home Value | $110,100 | ±$33,200 |
| Median Gross Rent | $522 | ±$279 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $42,609 | ±$12,373 |
| Per Capita Income | $19,254 | ±$2,522 |
| Poverty Rate | 29.1% | ±9.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,040 | ±354 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.6% | ±3.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,027 | ±252 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 92.2% | ±2.7% |
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 ELLIOTT
GUS Population: 7,263 (2024)
ID: 165749
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: JUDGE EXECUTIVE
PO BOX 710, SANDY HOOK KY 41171-0710
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Clearfield, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | West Liberty, KY | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | UG | West Liberty, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Sandy Hook, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | Sandy Hook, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Sandy Hook, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Sandy Hook, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Ezel, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | West Liberty, KY | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 08-12 | West Liberty, KY |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 9 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Morehead State University
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College | 17.0 mi away | University Blvd, Morehead, KY, 40351 |
6067832000
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ELLIOTT COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.0 mi away | 207 S. KY 7, SANDY HOOK, KY, 41171 |
(606) 738-5796
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Kentucky Christian University
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College | 23.9 mi away | 100 Academic Pkwy, Grayson, KY, 41143-1199 |
6064743000
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MORGAN COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.7 mi away | 151 UNIVERSITY DRIVE, WEST LIBERTY, KY, 41472 |
(606) 743-4151
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CARTER COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.8 mi away | 120 COMET DRIVE, OLIVE HILL, KY, 41164 |
(606) 286-8070
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ROWAN COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.0 mi away | 175 BEACON HILL DRIVE, MOREHEAD, KY, 40351 |
(606) 784-7137
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ROWAN COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.0 mi away | 175 BEACON HILL DRIVE, MOREHEAD, KY, 40351 |
(606) 784-7137
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MAGOFFIN COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 21.3 mi away | 172 SOUTH CHURCH STREET, SALYERSVILLE, KY, 41465 |
(606) 349-2411
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GRAYSON BRANCH
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Library | 23.4 mi away | 116 W MAIN STREET, GRAYSON, KY, 41143 |
(606) 475-1528
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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 W LIBERTY 3NW, KY US, located 9.8 miles from ZCTA5 41171. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43.2° | 22.2° | 32.7° | 3.72" | 3.7" |
| February | 47.4° | 24.2° | 35.8° | 3.20" | 4.7" |
| March | 56.9° | 30.2° | 43.6° | 4.25" | 1.4" |
| April | 69.2° | 38.3° | 53.8° | 3.88" | 0.1" |
| May | 76.2° | 49.0° | 62.6° | 4.49" | 0.0" |
| June | 83.4° | 58.0° | 70.7° | 4.48" | 0.0" |
| July | 86.3° | 62.5° | 74.4° | 5.71" | 0.0" |
| August | 85.6° | 60.9° | 73.3° | 3.23" | 0.0" |
| September | 80.2° | 53.3° | 66.7° | 3.44" | 0.0" |
| October | 69.8° | 40.2° | 55.0° | 3.05" | 0.0" |
| November | 57.6° | 30.4° | 44.0° | 3.25" | 0.3" |
| December | 47.0° | 26.0° | 36.5° | 4.23" | 2.1" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sandy Hook city | City | 4.5 mi | — |
| West Liberty city | City | 10.0 mi | — |
| Morehead city | City | 17.8 mi | — |
| Ezel CDP | CDP | 17.9 mi | — |
| Olive Hill city | City | 18.0 mi | — |
| Blaine city | City | 18.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 41171. • 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.