40517 ZIP Code – Lexington, Kentucky
40517 is a ZIP code serving Lexington, Kentucky in Fayette County with a population of approximately 36,263 residents. The median household income is $50,429 — near the Kentucky average and below the national average. Median home values of $171,100 are below the national average, with 35.7% owner-occupied housing (decreasing). , and the median rent of $1,048 is near the national average. Housing consists of 50% single-family (decreasing), 33% apartments (decreasing), 17% duplex/multi-family.
The area reports an unemployment rate of 6.3%, above the national average. An estimated 23.4% of the population falls below the poverty line, well above the national figure. 41.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the U.S. average. The population has a median age of 31.0, below the national median. ZIP codes in the surrounding area include 40502, 40503, 40526.
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ZIP 40517 vs. Kentucky vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 40517 | KY Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 36k | 5,902 | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $50k | $55k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $171k | $139k | $258k |
| Median Rent | $1,048 | $801 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 31.0 | 42.4 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.3% | 5.6% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 23.4% | 21.4% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 41.3% | 16.9% | 26.9% |
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Nearby ZIP Codes
- 40502 – Lexington
- 40503 – Lexington
- 40526 – Lexington
- 40536 – Lexington
- 40514 – Lexington
- 40507 – Lexington
- 40508 – Lexington
- 40504 – Lexington
- 40505 – Lexington
- 40515 – Lexington
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 40502 | LEXINGTON | 27,118 | $70,687 |
| 40503 | LEXINGTON | 28,186 | $71,131 |
| 40526 | LEXINGTON | 1,778 | Not provided |
| 40536 | LEXINGTON | Not provided | Not provided |
| 40514 | LEXINGTON | 17,238 | $97,669 |