40212 ZIP Code
Louisville, Kentucky
December 30, 2025
| ZIP Code: | 40212 |
| City/Town: | Louisville |
| County: | Jefferson |
| State: | Kentucky |
| ZIP Type: | Standard |
| Population: | 15,412 |
| Median Household Income: | $33,605 |
| Per Capita Income: | $26,455 |
| Total Housing Units: | 8,414 |
| Median Home Value: | $82,600 |
| Land Area: | 3.8 sq miles
9.9 sq km |
| Water Area: | 0.0 sq miles
0.0 sq km |
| Coordinates: | 38.2680, -85.8025 |
Population Information (40212 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population: | 15,412 | -- | -- |
| Male: | 7,035 | 45.6% | 49.6% |
| Female: | 8,377 | 54.4% | 50.4% |
| Median Age: | 38.5 yrs | -- | 38.5 yrs |
| Under 5 years: | 815 | 5.3% | 5.7% |
| 5 to 9 years: | 728 | 4.7% | 6.0% |
| 10 to 14 years: | 1,311 | 8.5% | 6.5% |
| 15 to 19 years: | 1,224 | 7.9% | 6.6% |
| 20 to 24 years: | 910 | 5.9% | 6.7% |
| 25 to 34 years: | 1,790 | 11.6% | 13.7% |
| 35 to 44 years: | 2,005 | 13.0% | 12.9% |
| 45 to 54 years: | 1,884 | 12.2% | 12.4% |
| 55 to 59 years: | 1,041 | 6.8% | 6.5% |
| 60 to 64 years: | 1,146 | 7.4% | 6.4% |
| 65 to 74 years: | 1,645 | 10.7% | 9.7% |
| 75 to 84 years: | 716 | 4.6% | 4.8% |
| 85 years and over: | 197 | 1.3% | 2.0% |
Housing Information (40212 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value: | $82,600 | -- | $281,900 |
| Median rooms: | 5.0 | -- | 5.5 |
| Median rent: | $816 / mo. | -- | $1,268 / mo. |
| Total housing units: | 8,414 | -- | -- |
| Occupied housing units: | 6,554 | 77.9% | 38.0% |
| Vacant housing units: | 1,860 | 22.1% | 4.6% |
| Housing tenure: | -- | -- | -- |
| Owner-occupied: | 3,319 | 50.6% | 64.8% |
| Renter-occupied: | 3,235 | 49.4% | 35.2% |
Educational Attainment (40212 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population 25 years and over: | 10,424 | -- | -- |
| Less than 9th grade: | 476 | 4.6% | 4.7% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 1,520 | 14.6% | 6.1% |
| High school graduate: | 4,577 | 43.9% | 26.4% |
| Some college, no degree: | 1,990 | 19.1% | 19.7% |
| Associate degree: | 579 | 5.6% | 8.7% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 788 | 7.6% | 20.9% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 494 | 4.7% | 13.7% |
| Percent high school graduate or higher: | -- | 80.9% | 89.1% |
| Percent bachelor's degree or higher: | -- | 12.3% | 34.3% |
Income Information (40212 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income: | $33,605 / yr. | $75,149 / yr. |
| Mean household income: | $43,887 / yr. | $105,833 / yr. |
| Median family income: | $37,972 / yr. | $92,646 / yr. |
| Per capita income: | $26,455 / yr. | $41,261 / yr. |
Employment (40212 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| In labor force: | 6,494 | -- | 63.5% |
| Employed: | 5,599 | 86.9% | 96.4% |
| Unemployed: | 842 | 13.1% | 5.3% |
| Not in labor force: | 5,838 | -- | -- |
| Class of Worker: | -- | -- | -- |
| Private wage and salary: | 4,641 | 82.9% | 79.7% |
| Government workers: | 719 | 12.8% | 14.2% |
| Self-employed: | 239 | 4.3% | 5.9% |
| Unpaid family workers: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
Race & Ethnicity (40212 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Race (one race): | -- | -- | -- |
| White: | 5,719 | 37.1% | 61.6% |
| Black or African American: | 9,216 | 59.8% | 12.4% |
| American Indian/Alaska Native: | 35 | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| Asian: | 0 | 0.0% | 6.0% |
| Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander: | 1 | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Some other race: | 182 | 1.2% | 8.4% |
| Two or more races: | 259 | 1.7% | 10.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race): | 238 | 1.5% | 18.7% |
| Mexican: | 196 | 1.3% | 11.2% |
| Puerto Rican: | 136 | 0.9% | 1.8% |
| Cuban: | 6 | 0.0% | 0.7% |
| Other Hispanic or Latino: | 9 | 0.1% | 5.0% |
| Not Hispanic or Latino: | 45 | 0.3% | 81.1% |
Income Distribution (40212 zip code)
| Household Income | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000: | 745 | 11.4% | 4.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999: | 927 | 14.1% | 3.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999: | 818 | 12.5% | 7.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999: | 922 | 14.1% | 7.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999: | 1,087 | 16.6% | 10.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999: | 916 | 14.0% | 16.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999: | 653 | 10.0% | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 393 | 6.0% | 17.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 37 | 0.6% | 8.8% |
| $200,000 or more: | 56 | 0.9% | 11.4% |
Commute to Work (40212 zip code)
| Commute Method | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone: | 3,600 | 64.3% | 67.8% |
| Carpooled: | 452 | 8.1% | 8.7% |
| Public transportation: | 445 | 7.9% | 4.2% |
| Walked: | 92 | 1.6% | 2.5% |
| Other means: | 65 | 1.2% | 0.9% |
| Worked from home: | 616 | 11.0% | 13.8% |
| Mean travel time to work: | 23.6 min | -- | 26.7 min |
Industry (40212 zip code)
| Industry Sector | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining: | 0 | 0.0% | 1.6% |
| Construction: | 240 | 4.3% | 6.9% |
| Manufacturing: | 704 | 12.6% | 10.0% |
| Wholesale trade: | 141 | 2.5% | 2.4% |
| Retail trade: | 473 | 8.4% | 11.0% |
| Transportation, warehousing, utilities: | 577 | 10.3% | 5.8% |
| Information: | 167 | 3.0% | 1.9% |
| Finance, insurance, real estate: | 161 | 2.9% | 6.7% |
| Professional, scientific, management: | 308 | 5.5% | 12.1% |
| Education, health care, social services: | 1,491 | 26.6% | 23.3% |
| Arts, entertainment, food services: | 670 | 12.0% | 9.0% |
| Other services: | 418 | 7.5% | 4.7% |
| Public administration: | 249 | 4.4% | 4.7% |
Poverty Status (40212 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poverty Rate: | -- | 35.4% | 8.8% |
| All people below poverty level: | -- | -- | -- |
| Under 18 years: | -- | -- | 16.3% |
| 18 to 64 years: | -- | -- | 11.0% |
| 65 years and over: | -- | -- | 10.3% |
Health Insurance (40212 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| With health insurance: | 14,555 | 94.4% | 91.3% |
| Private health insurance: | 5,205 | 33.8% | 67.6% |
| Public health coverage: | 10,840 | 70.3% | 35.9% |
| Without health insurance: | 804 | 5.2% | 8.7% |
Benefits & Assistance (40212 zip code)
| Households with: | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Earnings: | 4,204 | 64.1% | 77.4% |
| Social Security income: | 2,434 | 37.1% | 31.0% |
| Retirement income: | 1,431 | 21.8% | 21.8% |
| Supplemental Security Income (SSI): | 951 | 14.5% | 4.5% |
| Cash public assistance income: | 222 | 3.4% | 1.8% |
| SNAP (food stamps) benefits: | 1,888 | 28.8% | 11.4% |
Housing Types (40212 zip code)
| Structure Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-unit, detached: | 6,579 | 78.2% | 61.4% |
| 1-unit, attached: | 150 | 1.8% | 6.1% |
| 2 units: | 405 | 4.8% | 3.4% |
| 3 or 4 units: | 659 | 7.8% | 4.3% |
| 5 to 9 units: | 179 | 2.1% | 4.6% |
| 10 to 19 units: | 94 | 1.1% | 4.3% |
| 20 or more units: | 276 | 3.3% | 9.9% |
| Mobile home: | 72 | 0.9% | 5.8% |
| Boat, RV, van, etc.: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
Year Structure Built (40212 zip code)
| Year Built | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Built 2020 or later: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.6% |
| Built 2010 to 2019: | 89 | 1.1% | 8.2% |
| Built 2000 to 2009: | 124 | 1.5% | 13.5% |
| Built 1990 to 1999: | 410 | 4.9% | 13.2% |
| Built 1980 to 1989: | 147 | 1.7% | 13.2% |
| Built 1970 to 1979: | 330 | 3.9% | 14.6% |
| Built 1960 to 1969: | 431 | 5.1% | 10.2% |
| Built 1950 to 1959: | 625 | 7.4% | 9.9% |
| Built 1940 to 1949: | 1,055 | 12.5% | 4.6% |
| Built 1939 or earlier: | 5,203 | 61.8% | 12.0% |
Bedrooms (40212 zip code)
| Number of Bedrooms | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No bedroom (studio): | 196 | 2.3% | 2.4% |
| 1 bedroom: | 1,503 | 17.9% | 3.0% |
| 2 bedrooms: | 3,313 | 39.4% | 9.1% |
| 3 bedrooms: | 2,374 | 28.2% | 15.9% |
| 4 bedrooms: | 803 | 9.5% | 18.8% |
| 5 or more bedrooms: | 225 | 2.7% | 17.6% |
Heating Fuel (40212 zip code)
| Fuel Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utility gas: | 5,035 | 76.8% | 47.1% |
| Bottled, tank, or LP gas: | 47 | 0.7% | 4.9% |
| Electricity: | 1,464 | 22.3% | 40.2% |
| Fuel oil, kerosene, etc.: | 0 | 0.0% | 4.2% |
| Coal or coke: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Wood: | 3 | 0.0% | 1.5% |
| Solar energy: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Other fuel: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.5% |
| No fuel used: | 5 | 0.1% | 0.2% |
Vehicles Available (40212 zip code)
| Vehicles | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle available: | 1,763 | 26.9% | 8.3% |
| 1 vehicle available: | 2,944 | 44.9% | 32.6% |
| 2 vehicles available: | 1,376 | 21.0% | 37.0% |
| 3 or more vehicles available: | 471 | 7.2% | 22.1% |
Home Value Distribution (40212 zip code)
| Value Range | Owner Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $50,000: | 869 | 26.2% | 5.7% |
| $50,000 to $99,999: | 1,415 | 42.6% | 7.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 593 | 17.9% | 9.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 217 | 6.5% | 10.8% |
| $200,000 to $299,999: | 173 | 5.2% | 19.9% |
| $300,000 to $499,999: | 38 | 1.1% | 24.1% |
| $500,000 to $999,999: | 4 | 0.1% | 17.0% |
| $1,000,000 or more: | 10 | 0.3% | 5.6% |
Housing Costs (40212 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median owner costs (with mortgage): | $950 / mo. | $1,828 / mo. |
| Median owner costs (no mortgage): | $350 / mo. | $584 / mo. |
| Median gross rent: | $816 / mo. | $1,268 / mo. |
| Average household size (owner-occupied): | 2.21 | 2.53 |
| Average household size (renter-occupied): | 2.48 | 2.38 |
Households (40212 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total households: | 6,554 | -- | -- |
| Married-couple households: | 1,254 | 19.1% | 47.5% |
| Cohabiting couple households: | 261 | 4.0% | 7.0% |
| Male householder, no spouse: | 2,105 | 32.1% | 5.4% |
| Female householder, no spouse: | 2,865 | 43.7% | 12.7% |
| Householder living alone: | 1,751 | 26.7% | 28.6% |
| 65 years and over living alone: | 2,128 | 32.5% | 11.8% |
| Average household size: | 2.34 | -- | 2.53 |
| Average family size: | 3.14 | -- | -- |
Marital Status (40212 zip code)
| Population 15 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 5,848 | -- | -- |
| Never married: | 2,998 | 51.3% | 37.0% |
| Now married: | 1,411 | 24.1% | 49.5% |
| Separated: | 321 | 5.5% | 1.5% |
| Widowed: | 931 | 15.9% | 2.6% |
| Divorced: | 3,252 | 55.6% | 9.3% |
School Enrollment (40212 zip code)
| Population 3 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enrolled in school: | 3,475 | -- | -- |
| Nursery school, preschool: | 62 | 1.8% | 5.8% |
| Kindergarten: | 107 | 3.1% | 5.0% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 1,852 | 53.3% | 40.5% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 970 | 27.9% | 21.4% |
| College or graduate school: | 484 | 13.9% | 27.3% |
Veterans & Disability (40212 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civilian population 18 years and over: | 11,782 | -- | -- |
| Veterans: | 825 | 7.0% | 6.3% |
| Civilian noninstitutionalized population: | 15,359 | -- | -- |
| With a disability: | 4,343 | 28.3% | 13.4% |
| Under 18 with disability: | 678 | 15.6% | 5.8% |
| 18 to 64 with disability: | 2,426 | 55.9% | 10.4% |
| 65 and over with disability: | 1,239 | 28.5% | 33.4% |
Mobility (Residence 1 Year Ago) (40212 zip code)
| Population 1 year and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Same house: | 14,153 | 91.8% | 86.9% |
| Different house: | 1,049 | 6.8% | 13.1% |
| Same county: | 804 | 76.6% | 7.0% |
| Different county: | 245 | 23.4% | 3.2% |
| Different state: | 60 | 5.7% | 2.5% |
| Abroad: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.4% |
Place of Birth (40212 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Native born: | 15,319 | 99.4% | 86.2% |
| Foreign born: | 102 | 0.7% | 13.9% |
| Naturalized citizen: | 93 | 91.2% | 52.7% |
| Not a citizen: | 93 | 91.2% | 47.3% |
| Foreign-born by region: | -- | -- | -- |
| Europe: | 93 | 91.2% | 10.5% |
| Asia: | 16 | 15.7% | 31.3% |
| Africa: | 26 | 25.5% | 5.5% |
| Oceania: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.5% |
| Latin America: | 21 | 20.6% | 50.0% |
| Northern America: | 29 | 28.4% | 2.2% |
Language Spoken at Home (40212 zip code)
| Population 5 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 14,597 | -- | -- |
| English only: | 14,454 | 99.0% | 78.3% |
| Language other than English: | 143 | 1.0% | 21.5% |
| By language: | -- | -- | -- |
| Spanish: | 72 | 0.5% | 13.3% |
| Other Indo-European languages: | 36 | 0.2% | 3.5% |
| Asian/Pacific Island languages: | 0 | 0.0% | 3.5% |
| Other languages: | 35 | 0.2% | 1.0% |
Computers & Internet (40212 zip code)
| Households | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Households with a computer: | 6,554 | 100.0% | 93.1% |
| Households with broadband internet: | 5,584 | 85.2% | 89.4% |
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