ZIP Code 41238, Kentucky
ZIP Code 41238 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 41238 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Johnson County, Kentucky. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 814. The land area covers 28.10 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 814 | ±338 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 36.7 yrs | ±8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 300 | ±117 | 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 | 440 | ±131 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 300 | ±117 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 140 | ±82 |
| Median Home Value | $53,300 | ±$13,194 |
| Median Gross Rent | $693 | ±$369 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $47,273 | ±$27,462 |
| Per Capita Income | $25,772 | ±$7,865 |
| Poverty Rate | 24.2% | ±26.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 197 | ±232 |
| Unemployment Rate | 8.4% | ±7.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 373 | ±167 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 90.7% | ±49.8% |
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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GUS Population: 22,098 (2024)
ID: 165763
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: JUDGE EXECUTIVE
PO BOX 868, PAINTSVILLE KY 41240-0868
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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 | Allen, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Blaine, KY | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | UG | Thelma, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Paintsville, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | West Liberty, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Flatgap, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Petersburg, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Petersburg, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | Salyersville, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Staffordsville, 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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South Eastern Beauty Academy
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College Vocational | 8.0 mi away | 318 Second Street, Paintsville, KY, 41240-1034 |
6067880091
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JOHNSON - BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 7.9 mi away | 444 MAIN STREET, PAINTSVILLE, KY, 41240 |
(606) 789-4355
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Big Sandy Community and Technical College
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College | 13.8 mi away | 1 Bert Combs Dr, Prestonsburg, KY, 41653 |
60688638630
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JOHNSON COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.9 mi away | 444 MAIN STREET, PAINTSVILLE, KY, 41240 |
(606) 789-4355
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MAGOFFIN COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.7 mi away | 172 SOUTH CHURCH STREET, SALYERSVILLE, KY, 41465 |
(606) 349-2411
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FLOYD COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 15.0 mi away | 161 NORTH ARNOLD AVENUE, PRESTONSBURG, KY, 41653 |
(606) 886-2981
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MORGAN COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.0 mi away | 151 UNIVERSITY DRIVE, WEST LIBERTY, KY, 41472 |
(606) 743-4151
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ELLIOTT COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.9 mi away | 207 S. KY 7, SANDY HOOK, KY, 41171 |
(606) 738-5796
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MARTIN COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY SYSTEM
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Library | 22.9 mi away | 387 E MAIN STREET, INEZ, KY, 41224 |
(606) 298-7766
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EASTERN BRANCH PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 23.9 mi away | 10983 KY ROUTE 80, EASTERN, KY, 41622 |
(606) 377-2860
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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 PAINTSVILLE 1E, KY US, located 8.9 miles from ZCTA5 41238. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 44.1° | 22.9° | 33.5° | 3.35" | — |
| February | 48.7° | 25.6° | 37.2° | 3.21" | — |
| March | 58.1° | 31.7° | 44.9° | 4.41" | — |
| April | 69.6° | 40.7° | 55.1° | 3.82" | — |
| May | 76.2° | 51.4° | 63.8° | 4.43" | — |
| June | 83.4° | 60.1° | 71.7° | 4.79" | — |
| July | 86.2° | 64.6° | 75.4° | 5.18" | — |
| August | 85.7° | 63.4° | 74.5° | 3.63" | — |
| September | 79.8° | 55.9° | 67.9° | 3.35" | — |
| October | 69.8° | 43.1° | 56.5° | 3.19" | — |
| November | 58.4° | 32.0° | 45.2° | 3.00" | — |
| December | 48.0° | 27.5° | 37.7° | 3.83" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paintsville city | City | 7.9 mi | — |
| Salyersville city | City | 8.9 mi | — |
| West Van Lear CDP | CDP | 9.6 mi | — |
| Van Lear CDP | CDP | 11.8 mi | — |
| Auxier CDP | CDP | 12.1 mi | — |
| Blaine city | City | 14.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 41238. • 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.