ZIP Code 41831, Kentucky
ZIP Code 41831 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 41831 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Knott County, Kentucky. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 888. The land area covers 18.89 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 888 | ±276 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 58.3 yrs | ±3.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 469 | ±120 | 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 | 586 | ±144 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 469 | ±120 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 117 | ±92 |
| Median Home Value | $148,500 | ±$59,656 |
| 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 | $53,068 | ±$28,282 |
| Per Capita Income | $31,641 | ±$7,945 |
| Poverty Rate | 12.6% | ±10.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 110 | ±98 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±3.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 370 | ±170 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 73.8% | ±18.8% |
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: 13,438 (2024)
ID: 165764
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: TREASURER
PO BOX 505, HINDMAN KY 41822-0505
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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 | Topmost, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Littcarr, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | Hazard, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Eastern, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Hazard, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Emmalena, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Neon, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Eastern, KY | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 08-12 | Martin, KY | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | UG | Hazard, 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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Alice Lloyd College
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College | 5.6 mi away | 100 Purpose Rd, Pippa Passes, KY, 41844 |
6063686000
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KNOTT COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.8 mi away | 238 HIGHWAY 160 SOUTH, HINDMAN, KY, 41822 |
(606) 785-5412
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Galen College of Nursing-ARH
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College | 15.5 mi away | 100 Airport Gardens Drive, Suite 200, Hazard, KY, 41701-9519 |
6066293141
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EASTERN BRANCH PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.2 mi away | 10983 KY ROUTE 80, EASTERN, KY, 41622 |
(606) 377-2860
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Hazard Community and Technical College
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College | 16.1 mi away | One Community College Drive, Hazard, KY, 41701-2402 |
6064873503
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PERRY COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.8 mi away | 289 BLACK GOLD BOULEVARD, HAZARD, KY, 41701 |
(606) 436-2475
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Allure Beauty College
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College Vocational | 19.3 mi away | 74 Parkway Plaza Loop, Whitesburg, KY, 41858 |
6066338784
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PERRY COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.8 mi away | 289 BLACK GOLD BOULEVARD, HAZARD, KY, 41701 |
(606) 436-2475
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Big Sandy Community and Technical College
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College | 22.9 mi away | 1 Bert Combs Dr, Prestonsburg, KY, 41653 |
60688638630
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BLACKEY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.2 mi away | 295 MAIN STREET LOOP, BLACKEY, KY, 41804 |
(606) 633-4013
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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 SKYLINE 1 SE, KY US, located 20.8 miles from ZCTA5 41831. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45.3° | 25.7° | 35.5° | 3.74" | 5.3" |
| February | 49.4° | 28.8° | 39.1° | 3.88" | 4.2" |
| March | 58.7° | 33.4° | 46.1° | 4.80" | 3.1" |
| April | 69.7° | 41.6° | 55.6° | 4.51" | 0.1" |
| May | 76.6° | 51.9° | 64.2° | 4.82" | 0.0" |
| June | 82.6° | 60.0° | 71.3° | 4.44" | 0.0" |
| July | 85.6° | 64.1° | 74.8° | 5.71" | 0.0" |
| August | 84.6° | 64.2° | 74.4° | 4.16" | 0.0" |
| September | 78.6° | 57.4° | 68.0° | 3.26" | 0.0" |
| October | 69.7° | 45.8° | 57.8° | 2.87" | 0.1" |
| November | 58.8° | 33.6° | 46.2° | 3.22" | 0.3" |
| December | 49.0° | 29.4° | 39.2° | 4.46" | 3.6" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindman city | City | 3.9 mi | — |
| Pippa Passes city | City | 5.7 mi | — |
| Wayland city | City | 9.5 mi | — |
| Maytown CDP | CDP | 13.1 mi | — |
| Vicco CDP | CDP | 13.2 mi | — |
| McDowell CDP | CDP | 13.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 41831. • 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.