US ZIP Code
40052

New Hope, KY

Nelson County  ·  Kentucky

● Active
👥 646 Population ↑ 15% since 2019
💰 $54,934 Median HH Income
▼ 28% below avg ↓ 16% since 2019
🎂 37.0 Median Age
🏠 $130,900 Median Home Value
▼ 53% below avg ↑ 46% since 2019
🎓 27.3% College Grads
▼ 30% below avg
📊 5.4% Unemployment
▲ 11% above avg ↓ 13% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code40052
CityNew Hope
StateKentucky (KY)
CountyNelson County
Area Code502
Elevation773 ft
Latitude37.604126
Longitude-85.487942
TimezoneNew York (DST)
FIPS21179
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 54.5% (352) Female 45.5% (294) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 100%Race
White100.0%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
5%
5–17
24%
18–24
7%
25–44
27%
45–64
23%
65+
9%

Key Indicators

Median Age37.0 yrs
Avg Household Size3.18
Below Poverty7.7% ▼ 23% below avg
College Grads27.3% ▼ 30% below avg
Unemployment5.4% ▲ 11% above avg
No HS Diploma7 (1.7%)
HS Graduate227 (55.8%)
Some College53 (13%)
Associates9 (2.2%)
Bachelors47 (11.5%)
Graduate Degree64 (15.7%)

Education

No HS: 1.7%HS Grad: 55.8%Some College: 13%Associates: 2.2%Bachelors: 11.5%Graduate: 15.7%Edu
No HS1.7%
HS Grad55.8%
Some College13.0%
Associates2.2%
Bachelors11.5%
Graduate15.7%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 86.2%Renter: 13.8%Tenure
Owner86.2%
Renter13.8%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
15%
$50k–100k
14%
$100k–150k
29%
$150k–200k
5%
$200k–300k
6%
$300k–500k
30%

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 Ratio2.4x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Total Units224
Vacant Units21
Avg HH Size3.18

Income Distribution

Under $25k
12%
$25k–50k
26%
$50k–75k
10%
$75k–100k
17%
$100k–150k
12%
$150k–200k
8%
Over $200k
16%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
74%
Walked
19%
Work From Home
7%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
23%
15–30 min
31%
30–45 min
33%
Over 45 min
13%
Housing Stock

Year Built

1960s–1970s
18%
1980s–1990s
18%
2000+
63%

Summary

Total Units224
Vacant21
Owner Occupied86.2%
Renter Occupied13.8%
Avg HH Size3.18
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 40052 is in New Hope, KY, in Nelson County.
ZIP code 40052 is located in Kentucky (KY).
ZIP code 40052 is in Nelson County, KY.
ZIP 40052 observes the New York timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 40052 is 646 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 40052 is $54,934 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 40052 is $130,900 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 40052

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.