Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 1.62 |
| Below Poverty | 15.0% ▲ 50% above avg |
| College Grads | 55.9% ▲ 44% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.0% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,975 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 34,689 (18.1%) |
| Some College | 18,541 (9.7%) |
| Associates | 28,480 (14.9%) |
| Bachelors | 15,916 (8.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 91,868 (48%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $71,202 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $281,119 ≈ Avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,134/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 148,080 |
| Vacant Units | 9,991 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Lexington is a city in Kentucky, located in Fayette County. The city spans 39 ZIP codes and is home to approximately 321,882 residents. It is a relatively young city, with a median age of 35.51 years.
Economically, Lexington is a solidly middle-class community. The median household income of $71,202 is near the national average. Approximately 15.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The unemployment rate is 5.0%, near the national average.
The real estate market in Lexington is a mid-range housing market. Median home values stand at $281,119, which is near the national average. Renters typically pay around $1,134 per month.
The population of Lexington is well-educated. 55.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — above the national average. The community is majority White (67.85%).
Lexington, KY offers residents a cost-conscious lifestyle within Kentucky. Spread across 39 ZIP codes, the city's neighborhoods vary in character, density, and demographics — explore each ZIP code below for a detailed breakdown.
| ZIP | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40502 | 26,593 | $73,939 | $483,600 | $1,068 | 4.3% | 71.0% | 57.4% |
| 40503 | 27,825 | $74,161 | $280,000 | $1,110 | 4.1% | 63.1% | 61.6% |
| 40504 | 26,164 | $43,015 | $209,400 | $888 | 7.4% | 44.2% | 33.4% |
| 40505 | 25,855 | $58,922 | $166,300 | $914 | 5.2% | 35.7% | 60.2% |
| 40507 | 2,225 | $34,543 | $391,000 | $642 | 1.2% | 52.6% | 21.6% |
| 40508 | 24,356 | $28,040 | $174,900 | $900 | 9.4% | 47.7% | 28.7% |
| 40509 | 45,135 | $89,429 | $338,200 | $1,317 | 3.5% | 64.8% | 61.9% |
| 40510 | 1,992 | $155,625 | $725,000 | — | 1.3% | 32.8% | 71.8% |
| 40511 | 36,101 | $77,476 | $233,400 | $1,159 | 4.6% | 47.5% | 61.6% |
| 40513 | 10,710 | $126,642 | $448,100 | $1,413 | 3.1% | 77.5% | 74.9% |
| 40514 | 16,919 | $96,337 | $289,900 | $1,549 | 2.3% | 60.9% | 71.8% |
| 40515 | 36,787 | $83,782 | $317,400 | $1,234 | 3.9% | 61.6% | 60.2% |
| 40516 | 2,809 | $85,655 | $249,800 | $1,166 | 1.6% | 49.5% | 82.0% |
| 40517 | 36,396 | $51,778 | $196,300 | $1,092 | 6.3% | 51.6% | 36.8% |