ZIP Code 41845, Kentucky
ZIP Code 41845 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 41845 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Letcher County, Kentucky. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 174. The land area covers 7.15 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 174 | ±106 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 68.8 yrs | ±7.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 130 | ±80 | 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 | 211 | ±126 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 130 | ±80 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 81 | ±105 |
| Median Home Value | $96,500 | ±$70,898 |
| 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 | $24,925 | ±$10,376 |
| Poverty Rate | 47.1% | ±40.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 82 | ±86 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±21.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 60 | ±75 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 82.3% | ±32.2% |
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 | KG-08 | Littcarr, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | Hazard, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Whitesburg, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Cumberland, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Emmalena, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Neon, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Hindman, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 08-12 | Norton, VA |
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 | 3.7 mi away | 74 Parkway Plaza Loop, Whitesburg, KY, 41858 |
6066338784
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BLACKEY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.3 mi away | 295 MAIN STREET LOOP, BLACKEY, KY, 41804 |
(606) 633-4013
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Southeast Kentucky Community & Technical College
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College | 13.2 mi away | 700 College Rd, Cumberland, KY, 40823 |
6065892145
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HARRY M. CAUDILL MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 4.5 mi away | 220 MAIN STREET, WHITESBURG, KY, 41858 |
(606) 633-7547
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Alice Lloyd College
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College | 13.5 mi away | 100 Purpose Rd, Pippa Passes, KY, 41844 |
6063686000
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LETCHER COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 4.5 mi away | 220 MAIN ST, WHITESBURG, KY, 42858 |
(606) 633-7547
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Hazard Community and Technical College
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College | 16.4 mi away | One Community College Drive, Hazard, KY, 41701-2402 |
6064873503
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FLEMING NEON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.8 mi away | 1049 HIGHWAY 317, NEON, KY, 41840 |
(606) 855-7913
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Galen College of Nursing-ARH
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College | 19.5 mi away | 100 Airport Gardens Drive, Suite 200, Hazard, KY, 41701-9519 |
6066293141
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REBECCA CAUDILL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.6 mi away | 310 WEST MAIN ST., CUMBERLAND, KY, 40823 |
(606) 589-2409
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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 WHITESBURG 2SE, KY US, located 6.0 miles from ZCTA5 41845. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43.8° | 24.1° | 33.9° | 4.04" | — |
| February | 48.7° | 26.3° | 37.5° | 4.00" | — |
| March | 57.3° | 31.6° | 44.5° | 4.59" | — |
| April | 68.3° | 39.7° | 54.0° | 4.50" | — |
| May | 74.2° | 50.1° | 62.2° | 4.93" | — |
| June | 79.2° | 57.5° | 68.4° | 4.64" | — |
| July | 81.8° | 63.5° | 72.7° | 5.60" | — |
| August | 80.9° | 61.8° | 71.4° | 4.38" | — |
| September | 76.3° | 55.4° | 65.8° | 3.48" | — |
| October | 67.8° | 42.1° | 54.9° | 2.98" | — |
| November | 56.8° | 32.0° | 44.4° | 3.08" | — |
| December | 46.9° | 27.3° | 37.1° | 4.33" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whitesburg city | City | 4.6 mi | — |
| Blackey CDP | CDP | 4.7 mi | — |
| Mayking CDP | CDP | 7.0 mi | — |
| Millstone CDP | CDP | 8.5 mi | — |
| Vicco CDP | CDP | 10.2 mi | — |
| Fleming-Neon city | City | 11.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 41845. • 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.