| ZIP Code | 40391 |
|---|---|
| City | Winchester |
| State | Kentucky (KY) |
| County | Clark County |
| Area Code | 859 |
| Elevation | 958 ft |
| Latitude | 37.970314 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -84.145115 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 21049 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.7 yrs ↓ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.45 |
| Below Poverty | 12.7% ▲ 27% above avg |
| College Grads | 32.1% ▼ 17% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.9% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 210 (0.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 8,049 (34.2%) |
| Some College | 3,778 (16.1%) |
| Associates | 3,930 (16.7%) |
| Bachelors | 2,051 (8.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,508 (23.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $67,910 ▼ 11% below avg ↑ 23% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $197,200 ▼ 29% below avg ↑ 36% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $884/mo ↑ 21% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 16,125 |
| Vacant Units | 1,310 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.45 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 16,125 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,310 |
| Owner Occupied | 71.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 28.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.45 |
ZIP code 40391 is located in Winchester, Kentucky, within Clark County. With a population of 36,729, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 40.7 years. Economically, 40391 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $67,910 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 40391 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $197,200 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $884 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 71.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 36% since 2019.
The population of 40391 is primarily White (88.23%). Residents are moderately educated — 32.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 12.7%. Household income has grown by 23% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 40391 stands at 4.9%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 80%.
Overall, ZIP code 40391 in Winchester, KY is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 36,729 residents, a median household income of $67,910, and a median home value of $197,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Kentucky.