Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.65 |
| Below Poverty | 19.7% ▲ 97% above avg |
| College Grads | 27.6% ▼ 29% below avg |
| Unemployment | 3.5% ▼ 29% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 721 (2.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 12,407 (38.3%) |
| Some College | 5,390 (16.6%) |
| Associates | 4,923 (15.2%) |
| Bachelors | 3,125 (9.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,829 (18%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $60,365 ▼ 21% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $146,547 ▼ 47% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $788/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 22,910 |
| Vacant Units | 2,359 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Laurel County is located in Kentucky and encompasses 11 ZIP codes spanning 6 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 55,275 residents. With a median age of 39.08, it is a middle-aged county.
Laurel County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $60,364 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 19.7% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Laurel County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $146,547 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $787. Homeownership rates are high at 73.0%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Laurel County are primarily White (95.03%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 27.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Laurel County, KY is a solidly middle-class area in Kentucky. The 11 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40729 | East Bernstadt | 6,090 | $46,003 | $95,400 | $713 | 3.7% | 21.0% |
| 40737 | Keavy | 1,824 | $59,500 | $134,900 | $770 | 13.7% | 31.3% |
| 40740 | Lily | 3,954 | $60,824 | $124,200 | $773 | 3.7% | 19.6% |
| 40741 | London | 23,303 | $60,417 | $155,600 | $825 | 2.9% | 30.1% |
| 40744 | London | 20,104 | $64,643 | $157,000 | $772 | 3.1% | 27.9% |