Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.61 |
| Below Poverty | 22.0% ▲ 120% above avg |
| College Grads | 30.2% ▼ 22% below avg |
| Unemployment | 6.5% ▲ 32% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 180 (2%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,855 (42.1%) |
| Some College | 1,351 (14.7%) |
| Associates | 998 (10.9%) |
| Bachelors | 1,096 (12%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,685 (18.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $48,012 ▼ 37% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $112,832 ▼ 60% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $643/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 6,794 |
| Vacant Units | 972 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Fleming County is located in Kentucky and encompasses 7 ZIP codes spanning 7 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 15,213 residents. With a median age of 41.11, it is a middle-aged county.
Fleming County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $48,011 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 6.5%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 22.0% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Fleming County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $112,832 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $642. Homeownership rates are high at 76.4%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Fleming County are primarily White (94.31%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 30.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Fleming County, KY is a working-class area in Kentucky. The 7 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 41039 | Ewing | 3,122 | $59,053 | $116,000 | $556 | 4.1% | 22.6% |
| 41041 | Flemingsburg | 7,564 | $43,288 | $114,400 | $653 | 5.4% | 36.1% |
| 41049 | Hillsboro | 2,185 | $50,208 | $138,500 | $731 | 12.5% | 27.6% |
| 41093 | Wallingford | 2,342 | $46,500 | $79,600 | — | 7.3% | 23.6% |