ZIP Code 40516 - Lexington Kentucky
Overview
ZIP Code 40516 is located in Lexington Kentucky. 40516 is primarily within Fayette County, with some portions in Bourbon County. Regionally, 40516 is located in the Lexington Area.
ZIP Code 40516 Quick Stats
| ZIP Code Name | Lexington |
| Primary County | Fayette County |
| ZIP Code Type | Standard |
| Population (2022) | 2,758 |
| Area Code(s) | 859 |
| Current Time | EDT |
ZIP Code 40516 Map
40516 Demographics
40516 can be classified socioeconomically as Middle Class class compared to other ZIP Codes in Kentucky based on Median Household Income and Average Adjusted Gross Income. The majority race/ethnicity residing in 40516 is White. The current unemployment level in 40516 is 4.6%.
| Population | 2,758 |
| Population Growth Rate | 0% |
| Population Density | 75 People per Square Mile |
| Total Households | 1,040 |
| Percentage High Income Households | 6.3% |
| Median Household Income (2021) | $81,150 |
| Average Adjusted Gross Income (2021) | $543,120 |
| Current Unemployment Rate (May 2026) | 4.6% |
| Sales Tax Rate (2025) | 6% |
| Majority Race/Ethnicity | White - 83% |
40516 Race/Ethnicity Breakdown
| Race/Ethnicity | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| White | 2,231 | 83% |
| Black | 332 | 12.35% |
| Hispanic | 109 | 4.06% |
| Asian | 15 | 0.56% |
| Native American | 1 | 0.04% |
| Hawaiian/Pac. Islander | 0 | 0% |
40516 Educational Attainment Levels
| Highest Education Level | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Less Than 1 Year of College | 179 | 11.23% |
| Bachelor Degree | 249 | 15.62% |
| High School Diploma | 420 | 26.35% |
| No High School Diploma | 27 | 1.69% |
| GED or Alternate | 50 | 3.14% |
| 1 or More Years of College | 241 | 15.12% |
| Associates Degree | 98 | 6.15% |
| Masters Degree | 215 | 13.49% |
| Professional Degree | 45 | 2.82% |
| Doctorate Degree | 70 | 4.39% |
40516 Geography
| Coordinates | 38.07123566, -84.36354065 |
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| Region | Lexington Area |
| Metropolitan/Micropolitan Stat Area | Lexington-Fayette, KY |
| Time Zone | Eastern Daylight Time |
| IANA Timezone | America/New_York |
| Area | 37 Square Miles |
40516 Schools
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40516 Weather and Climate Data
| Plant Hardiness Zone | Zone 6b: -5F to 0F | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Average First Frost Date | October 21 - 31 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Average Last Frost Date | April 21 - 31 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Koppen-Geiger Climate Zone | Cfa - Humid Subtropical Climate | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Ecoregion | 71l - Inner Bluegrass | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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