| ZIP Code | 40509 |
|---|---|
| City | Lexington |
| State | Kentucky (KY) |
| County | Fayette County |
| Area Code | 859 |
| Elevation | 953 ft |
| Latitude | 37.997347 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -84.377477 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 21067 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.40 |
| Below Poverty | 7.6% ▼ 24% below avg |
| College Grads | 64.8% ▲ 67% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.5% ▼ 28% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 284 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,112 (14.7%) |
| Some College | 1,741 (6.2%) |
| Associates | 3,716 (13.3%) |
| Bachelors | 2,068 (7.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 16,099 (57.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $89,429 ▲ 17% above avg ↑ 15% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $338,200 ▲ 21% above avg ↑ 40% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,317/mo ↑ 25% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 19,802 |
| Vacant Units | 1,027 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.40 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 19,802 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,027 |
| Owner Occupied | 61.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 38.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.40 |
ZIP code 40509 is located in Lexington, Kentucky, within Fayette County. With a population of 45,135, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36.5 years. Economically, 40509 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $89,429 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 40509 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $338,200 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,317 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 61.9% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 40% since 2019.
The population of 40509 is majority White (67.04%). Residents are highly educated — 64.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.6%. Household income has grown by 15% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 40509 stands at 3.5%, which is below the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 79%.
Overall, ZIP code 40509 in Lexington, KY is characterized as middle-income, highly educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 45,135 residents, a median household income of $89,429, and a median home value of $338,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Kentucky.