| ZIP Code | 40052 |
|---|---|
| City | New Hope |
| State | Kentucky (KY) |
| County | Nelson County |
| Area Code | 502 |
| Elevation | 773 ft |
| Latitude | 37.604126 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -85.487942 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 21179 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.0 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.18 |
| Below Poverty | 7.7% ▼ 23% below avg |
| College Grads | 27.3% ▼ 30% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.4% ▲ 11% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 7 (1.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 227 (55.8%) |
| Some College | 53 (13%) |
| Associates | 9 (2.2%) |
| Bachelors | 47 (11.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 64 (15.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $54,934 ▼ 28% below avg ↓ 16% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $130,900 ▼ 53% below avg ↑ 46% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Total Units | 224 |
| Vacant Units | 21 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.18 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 224 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 21 |
| Owner Occupied | 86.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 13.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.18 |
ZIP code 40052 is located in New Hope, Kentucky, within Nelson County. With a population of 646, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37 years. Economically, 40052 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $54,934 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 40052 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $130,900 is well below the national average. Homeownership is strong here — 86.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 46% since 2019.
The population of 40052 is primarily White (100.00%). Residents are moderately educated — 27.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.7%. Household income has declined by 16% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 40052 stands at 5.4%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 74%.
Overall, ZIP code 40052 in New Hope, KY is characterized as working-class, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 646 residents, a median household income of $54,934, and a median home value of $130,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Kentucky.