| ZIP Code | 40143 |
|---|---|
| City | Hardinsburg |
| State | Kentucky (KY) |
| County | Breckinridge County |
| Area Code | 270/364 |
| Elevation | 651 ft |
| Latitude | 37.785077 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -86.499925 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 21027 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.55 |
| Below Poverty | 8.2% ▼ 18% below avg |
| College Grads | 30.6% ▼ 21% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.6% ▲ 15% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 50 (1.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,317 (35.7%) |
| Some College | 603 (16.4%) |
| Associates | 589 (16%) |
| Bachelors | 359 (9.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 770 (20.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $62,423 ▼ 18% below avg ↑ 29% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $133,500 ▼ 52% below avg ↑ 24% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $721/mo ↑ 17% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 2,885 |
| Vacant Units | 624 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.55 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,885 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 624 |
| Owner Occupied | 75.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 24.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.55 |
ZIP code 40143 is located in Hardinsburg, Kentucky, within Breckinridge County. With a population of 6,078, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 40.8 years. Economically, 40143 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $62,423 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 40143 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $133,500 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $721 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 75.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 24% since 2019.
The population of 40143 is primarily White (92.63%). Residents are moderately educated — 30.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.2%. Household income has grown by 29% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 40143 stands at 5.6%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 91%.
Overall, ZIP code 40143 in Hardinsburg, KY is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 6,078 residents, a median household income of $62,423, and a median home value of $133,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Kentucky.