| ZIP Code | 40515 |
|---|---|
| City | Lexington |
| State | Kentucky (KY) |
| County | Fayette County |
| Area Code | 859 |
| Elevation | 994 ft |
| Latitude | 37.915615 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -84.412155 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 21067 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.40 |
| Below Poverty | 7.8% ▼ 22% below avg |
| College Grads | 61.6% ▲ 59% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.9% ▼ 20% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 93 (0.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,485 (14.8%) |
| Some College | 1,760 (7.5%) |
| Associates | 3,710 (15.8%) |
| Bachelors | 2,271 (9.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 12,226 (51.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $83,782 ▲ 10% above avg ↑ 14% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $317,400 ▲ 14% above avg ↑ 40% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,234/mo ↑ 19% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 16,031 |
| Vacant Units | 783 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.40 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 16,031 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 783 |
| Owner Occupied | 60.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 39.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.40 |
ZIP code 40515 is located in Lexington, Kentucky, within Fayette County. With a population of 36,787, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.7 years. Economically, 40515 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $83,782 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 40515 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $317,400 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,234 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 60.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 40% since 2019.
The population of 40515 is primarily White (75.01%). Residents are highly educated — 61.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.8%. Household income has grown by 14% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 40515 stands at 3.9%, which is below the national average. About 13% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 76%.
Overall, ZIP code 40515 in Lexington, KY is characterized as middle-income, highly educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 36,787 residents, a median household income of $83,782, and a median home value of $317,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Kentucky.