| ZIP Code | 40371 |
|---|---|
| City | Salt Lick |
| State | Kentucky (KY) |
| County | Bath County |
| Area Code | 606/859 |
| Elevation | 856 ft |
| Latitude | 38.082997 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -83.595129 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 21011 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 33.3 yrs ↓ 20% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.73 |
| Below Poverty | 23.6% ▲ 136% above avg |
| College Grads | 21.0% ▼ 46% below avg |
| Unemployment | 3.1% ▼ 36% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 8 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 644 (49%) |
| Some College | 281 (21.4%) |
| Associates | 105 (8%) |
| Bachelors | 120 (9.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 156 (11.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $55,104 ▼ 28% below avg ↑ 63% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $110,800 ▼ 60% below avg ↑ 54% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $698/mo ↑ 9% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,120 |
| Vacant Units | 173 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.73 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,120 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 173 |
| Owner Occupied | 84.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 15.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.73 |
ZIP code 40371 is located in Salt Lick, Kentucky, within Bath County. With a population of 2,587, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 33.3 years. Economically, 40371 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $55,104 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 40371 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $110,800 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $698 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 84.6% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 54% since 2019.
The population of 40371 is primarily White (99.15%). Residents are less-educated — 21.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 23.6%. Household income has grown by 63% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 40371 stands at 3.1%, which is below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 87%.
Overall, ZIP code 40371 in Salt Lick, KY is characterized as solidly middle-class, less-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 2,587 residents, a median household income of $55,104, and a median home value of $110,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Kentucky.