ZIP Code 41517, Kentucky
ZIP Code 41517 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 41517 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Letcher County, Kentucky. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 120. The land area covers 0.04 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 120 | ±127 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 14.8 yrs | ±38.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 30 | ±26 | 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 | 30 | ±26 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 30 | ±26 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 0 | ±13 |
| Median Home Value | Suppressed | — |
| 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 | $26,669 | ±$9,062 |
| Poverty Rate | 11.7% | ±13.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 14 | ±22 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±33.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 39 | ±40 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 100% | ±0% |
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 LETCHER
GUS Population: 20,139 (2024)
ID: 165768
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: EXECUTIVE SECRETARY
156 MAIN ST, STE 107, WHITESBURG KY 41858-7286
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Eolia, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Topmost, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Whitesburg, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Dorton, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Elkhorn City, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Neon, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Pound, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | Jenkins, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Wise, VA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 08-12 | Whitesburg, 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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Allure Beauty College
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College Vocational | 13.9 mi away | 74 Parkway Plaza Loop, Whitesburg, KY, 41858 |
6066338784
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JENKINS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.2 mi away | 9543 HIGHWAY 805, JENKINS, KY, 41537 |
(606) 832-4101
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University of Virginia's College at Wise
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College | 15.3 mi away | 1 College Avenue, Wise, VA, 24293-4400 |
2763280100
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FLEMING NEON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.4 mi away | 1049 HIGHWAY 317, NEON, KY, 41840 |
(606) 855-7913
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Alice Lloyd College
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College | 18.2 mi away | 100 Purpose Rd, Pippa Passes, KY, 41844 |
6063686000
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JONNIE B. DEEL MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 8.4 mi away | 198 CHASE STREET, CLINTWOOD, VA, 24228 |
(276) 926-6617
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American National University-Pikeville
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College | 19.9 mi away | 130 South Mayo Trail, Pikeville, KY, 41501-1520 |
6064787200
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VESTA ROBERTS JOHNSON MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 10.2 mi away | 1080 HWY 610W, VIRGIE, KY, 41572 |
(606) 639-9839
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Galen Health Institutes-Pikeville
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College | 20.0 mi away | 150 Healthcare Drive, Pikeville, KY, 41501-1321 |
8772237040
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HARRY M. CAUDILL MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 13.4 mi away | 220 MAIN STREET, WHITESBURG, KY, 41858 |
(606) 633-7547
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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 CLINTWOOD 1W, VA US, located 6.7 miles from ZCTA5 41517. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42.5° | 21.7° | 32.1° | 3.72" | 11.5" |
| February | 46.5° | 24.1° | 35.3° | 3.91" | 10.5" |
| March | 55.9° | 29.4° | 42.7° | 4.42" | 6.6" |
| April | 67.5° | 37.6° | 52.5° | 4.56" | 0.8" |
| May | 74.1° | 47.8° | 60.9° | 4.94" | 0.0" |
| June | 79.5° | 55.9° | 67.7° | 5.12" | 0.0" |
| July | 81.8° | 60.7° | 71.2° | 5.31" | 0.0" |
| August | 80.7° | 59.9° | 70.3° | 4.06" | 0.0" |
| September | 75.9° | 52.8° | 64.3° | 3.25" | 0.0" |
| October | 66.4° | 39.9° | 53.1° | 2.83" | 0.3" |
| November | 55.4° | 29.7° | 42.6° | 2.80" | 1.1" |
| December | 45.5° | 25.3° | 35.4° | 4.25" | 7.6" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jenkins city | City | 3.0 mi | — |
| McRoberts CDP | CDP | 4.3 mi | — |
| Pound town | Town | 4.4 mi | — |
| Payne Gap CDP | CDP | 4.9 mi | — |
| Fleming-Neon city | City | 5.7 mi | — |
| Clintwood town | Town | 8.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 41517. • 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.