US ZIP Code
40212

Louisville, KY

Jefferson County  ·  Kentucky

● Active
👥 15,160 Population ↓ 9% since 2019
💰 $35,389 Median HH Income
▼ 54% below avg ↑ 32% since 2019
🎂 38.5 Median Age ↑ 8% since 2019
🏠 $78,100 Median Home Value
▼ 72% below avg ↑ 22% since 2019
🎓 21.7% College Grads
▼ 44% below avg
📊 10.8% Unemployment
▲ 122% above avg ↓ 45% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code40212
CityLouisville
StateKentucky (KY)
CountyJefferson County
Area Code502
Elevation459 ft
Latitude38.267967
Longitude-85.802494
TimezoneNew York (DST)
FIPS21111
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 47.5% (7,196) Female 52.5% (7,964) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 37.1%Hispanic: 1.1%Black: 59.5%Other: 1.3%Race
White37.1%
Hispanic1.1%
Black59.5%
Other1.3%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
5%
5–17
19%
18–24
9%
25–44
24%
45–64
26%
65+
7%

Key Indicators

Median Age38.5 yrs ↑ 8% since 2019
Avg Household Size2.34
Below Poverty34.7% ▲ 247% above avg
College Grads21.7% ▼ 44% below avg
Unemployment10.8% ▲ 122% above avg
No HS Diploma170 (2%)
HS Graduate3,743 (43.5%)
Some College1,673 (19.5%)
Associates1,143 (13.3%)
Bachelors584 (6.8%)
Graduate Degree1,282 (14.9%)

Education

No HS: 2%HS Grad: 43.5%Some College: 19.5%Associates: 13.3%Bachelors: 6.8%Graduate: 14.9%Edu
No HS2.0%
HS Grad43.5%
Some College19.5%
Associates13.3%
Bachelors6.8%
Graduate14.9%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 49.8%Renter: 50.2%Tenure
Owner49.8%
Renter50.2%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
28%
$50k–100k
37%
$100k–150k
21%
$150k–200k
7%
$200k–300k
6%
$300k–500k
1%
Over $500k
0%

Financials

Median HH Income$35,389 ▼ 54% below avg ↑ 32% since 2019
Median Home Value$78,100 ▼ 72% below avg ↑ 22% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio2.2x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$917/mo ↑ 29% since 2019
Total Units8,061
Vacant Units1,610
Avg HH Size2.34

Income Distribution

Under $25k
40%
$25k–50k
21%
$50k–75k
19%
$75k–100k
9%
$100k–150k
9%
$150k–200k
1%
Over $200k
1%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
78%
Public Transit
9%
Walked
2%
Work From Home
11%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
21%
15–30 min
54%
30–45 min
16%
Over 45 min
9%
Housing Stock

Year Built

Before 1940
8%
1940s–1950s
10%
1960s–1970s
4%
1980s–1990s
4%
2000+
74%

Summary

Total Units8,061
Vacant1,610
Owner Occupied49.8%
Renter Occupied50.2%
Avg HH Size2.34
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 40212 is in Louisville, KY, in Jefferson County.
ZIP code 40212 is located in Kentucky (KY).
ZIP code 40212 is in Jefferson County, KY.
ZIP 40212 observes the New York timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 40212 is 15,160 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 40212 is $35,389 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 40212 is $78,100 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 40212

ZIP code 40212 is located in Louisville, Kentucky, within Jefferson County. With a population of 15,160, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 38.5 years. Economically, 40212 is a lower-income ZIP code: the median household income of $35,389 is well below the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 40212 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $78,100 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $917 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (49.8%) and renters (50.2%). Median home values have increased by 22% since 2019.

The population of 40212 is majority Black (59.54%). Residents are less-educated — 21.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 34.7%. Household income has grown by 32% since 2019.

The unemployment rate in 40212 stands at 10.8%, which is more than double the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 70%.

Overall, ZIP code 40212 in Louisville, KY is characterized as lower-income, less-educated, and a middle-aged community. With 15,160 residents, a median household income of $35,389, and a median home value of $78,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Kentucky.