40508 ZIP Code — Lexington, KY
Fayette County, Kentucky
ZIP code 40508 is located in Lexington, Kentucky, within Fayette County. It covers approximately 4.21 square miles and serves a population of 25,518 residents. This is a standard ZIP code in the Eastern (ET) timezone, served by area code 859.
About ZIP code 40508
The housing stock consists of a significant share of large multi-unit buildings. Most homes were built in the pre-1940, giving the area an established character. Median home value is $148,800. Renters make up the majority at 73%, typical of denser urban areas.
Median household income is $27,711. Poverty affects 37% of residents, above the national average.
The dominant occupation class is management, business, and professional, with education and healthcare as the leading industry. The average commute of 18 minutes is near the national average.
Educational attainment is near the national average, with 34% of residents holding a bachelor's degree or higher.
Health indicators show elevated rates of smoking (25%), poor mental health (24%) compared to national benchmarks.
25,518
population
4.21
sq mi land
Standard
ZIP type
Eastern (ET)
timezone
40508 ZIP code map
Cities in ZIP code 40508
Below are the cities the US Postal Service accepts for ZIP code 40508. Using any city not on this list may result in mail delivery delays.
| City | Status |
|---|---|
| Lexington | Preferred |
Nearby ZIP codes
40546 Lexington (0.1 mi)
40550 Lexington (0.1 mi)
40598 Lexington (0.1 mi)
40536 Lexington (0.1 mi)
40526 Lexington (0.1 mi)
40506 Lexington (0.1 mi)
40507 Lexington (0.3 mi)
40504 Lexington (2.3 mi)
40502 Lexington (2.4 mi)
40505 Lexington (2.7 mi)
40503 Lexington (3.5 mi)
40517 Lexington (4.2 mi)
Demographics
updated 05/2026
| Population | |
|---|---|
| Total population | 25,518 |
| Population density | 6,061 / sq mi |
| State FIPS | 21 |
| County FIPS | 067 |
| Geography | |
|---|---|
| Land area | 4.21 sq mi |
| Water area | 0.00 sq mi |
| Latitude | 38.0492 |
| Longitude | -84.4993 |
| Timezone | Eastern (ET) |
| Area code | 859 |
Total population by age
Gender
Race & ethnicity
Economics
updated 05/2026
Household income
| Income range | This ZIP | County avg | State avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Under $50k | 73.1% | 42.8% | 47.9% |
| $50k – $100k | 16.8% | 29.6% | 30.3% |
| $100k – $200k | 6.8% | 20.7% | 17.6% |
| Over $200k | 3.3% | 6.9% | 4.2% |
Demographics & statistics
25,518
Population
6,061
People per sq mi
23.5
Median age
$27,711
Median household income
$22,260
Per capita income
$148,800
Median home value
$892
Median monthly rent
27.5%
Home ownership
36.8%
Poverty rate
9.4%
Unemployment
4,392
Housing units
34.4%
Bachelor's or higher
Age distribution
Male
Female
226
Under 5
263
306
5–9
358
429
10–14
501
2,253
15–19
2,628
3,377
20–24
3,940
1,510
25–34
1,763
903
35–44
1,053
656
45–54
766
444
55–59
519
683
60–64
798
641
65–74
747
282
75–84
328
66
85+
78
← Male
Female →
Age summary
| Group | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Under 18 | 2,483 | 9.7% |
| 18 and over | 23,035 | 90.3% |
| 65 and over | 2,142 | 8.4% |
| Median age | 23.5 years | |
Race & ethnicity
White
59.5%
Black or African American
22.8%
Hispanic or Latino
5.7%
Two or more races
5.4%
Other race
3.6%
Asian
2.5%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.5%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.1%
| Group | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| White | 16,104 | 59.5% |
| Black or African American | 6,176 | 22.8% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1,536 | 5.7% |
| Two or more races | 1,451 | 5.4% |
| Other race | 979 | 3.6% |
| Asian | 669 | 2.5% |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 122 | 0.5% |
| Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander | 17 | 0.1% |
Household income
| Income range | This ZIP | County avg | State avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Under $50k | 73.1% | 42.8% | 47.9% |
| $50k – $100k | 16.8% | 29.6% | 30.3% |
| $100k – $200k | 6.8% | 20.7% | 17.6% |
| Over $200k | 3.3% | 6.9% | 4.2% |
Under $10k
17.4%
$10k–$15k
7.4%
$15k–$25k
19.7%
$25k–$35k
12.4%
$35k–$50k
10.4%
$50k–$75k
14.0%
$75k–$100k
6.6%
$100k–$150k
6.5%
$150k–$200k
2.5%
$200k+
3.1%
| Range | % of households |
|---|---|
| Under $10k | 17.4% |
| $10k–$15k | 7.4% |
| $15k–$25k | 19.7% |
| $25k–$35k | 12.4% |
| $35k–$50k | 10.4% |
| $50k–$75k | 14.0% |
| $75k–$100k | 6.6% |
| $100k–$150k | 6.5% |
| $150k–$200k | 2.5% |
| $200k+ | 3.1% |
| Median income | $27,711 |
Housing
Home values
Under $50k
9.3%
$50k–$100k
21.4%
$100k–$150k
19.9%
$150k–$200k
11.8%
$200k–$300k
10.2%
$300k–$500k
15.4%
$500k–$1M
10.7%
$1M+
1.4%
Housing overview
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median home value | $148,800 |
| Median rent / month | $892 |
| Owner occupied | 27.5% |
| Renter occupied | 72.5% |
| Vacant | 12.8% |
| Single-family detached | 41.7% |
| Large apartment buildings | 22.6% |
| Mobile homes | 1.2% |
| Median rooms | 4.0 |
| Avg household size (owned) | 2.33 |
Year built
| Era | % |
|---|---|
| 2020 or later | 0.1% |
| 2010–2019 | 13.2% |
| 2000–2009 | 15.6% |
| 1990–1999 | 7.3% |
| 1980–1989 | 6.7% |
| 1970–1979 | 6.5% |
| 1960–1969 | 7.9% |
| 1950–1959 | 6.6% |
| 1940–1949 | 6.3% |
| 1939 or earlier | 29.8% |
Bedrooms
| Size | % of units |
|---|---|
| No bedroom (studio) | 9.5% |
| 1 bedroom | 28.5% |
| 2 bedrooms | 26.2% |
| 3 bedrooms | 21.8% |
| 4 bedrooms | 12.8% |
| 5+ bedrooms | 1.2% |
Vehicles per household
| Vehicles | % of households |
|---|---|
| No vehicle | 16.7% |
| 1 vehicle | 45.1% |
| 2 vehicles | 28.0% |
| 3 or more | 10.2% |
Heating fuel
| Fuel type | % |
|---|---|
| Utility gas | 29.9% |
| Electricity | 68.5% |
| Propane / LP gas | 0.7% |
| Fuel oil | 0.1% |
| Wood | 0.2% |
| Solar | 0.1% |
| No fuel used | 0.2% |
Households & families
| Household type | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Married-couple family | 1,785 | 17.2% |
| Cohabiting couple | 806 | 7.7% |
| Male householder, no spouse | 3,200 | 30.8% |
| Female householder, no spouse | 4,610 | 44.3% |
| Households with children under 18 | 1,426 | 13.7% |
| Households with seniors (65+) | 1,737 | 16.7% |
| Average household size | 1.92 | |
Marital status
| Status | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Never married | 73.3% | 67.6% |
| Married | 18.1% | 16.0% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 3.3% |
| Widowed | 0.8% | 5.0% |
| Divorced | 6.5% | 8.1% |
Education
Less than 9th grade
6.3%
Some HS, no diploma
10.7%
HS graduate
22.2%
Some college, no degree
17.5%
Associate's degree
8.9%
Bachelor's degree
18.1%
Graduate / professional
16.3%
| Metric | % |
|---|---|
| HS diploma or higher | 83.0% |
| Bachelor's or higher | 34.4% |
School enrollment (ages 3–17)
| Type | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Nursery / preschool | 144 | 1.1% |
| Kindergarten | 71 | 0.5% |
| Elementary school | 1,427 | 10.7% |
| High school | 345 | 2.6% |
| College / grad school | 11,366 | 85.1% |
Employment
Industry of employment
Education & healthcare
31.1%
Arts, food & hospitality
13.6%
Retail trade
12.7%
Professional & management
11.5%
Manufacturing
7.1%
Construction
5.0%
Transportation & utilities
4.9%
Other services
4.9%
Finance & real estate
4.1%
Public administration
2.3%
Information
1.3%
Wholesale trade
0.7%
Agriculture & mining
0.6%
Occupation
| Category | % |
|---|---|
| Management, business & arts | 41.7% |
| Service | 22.2% |
| Sales & office | 18.9% |
| Natural resources & construction | 5.1% |
| Production & transportation | 12.0% |
Employment type
| Type | % |
|---|---|
| Private sector | 76.3% |
| Government | 20.0% |
| Self-employed | 3.6% |
| Unpaid family workers | 0.1% |
Commute
| Method | % |
|---|---|
| Drive alone | 59.1% |
| Carpool | 8.3% |
| Public transit | 4.5% |
| Walk | 18.0% |
| Work from home | 7.5% |
| Other means | 2.7% |
| Avg commute (minutes) | 17.7 |
Poverty
All people
36.8%
Under 18 years
25.0%
18 and over
38.3%
Married-couple families
4.3%
Female-led households
31.4%
Income support
| Source | % of households |
|---|---|
| Social Security | 19.8% |
| Retirement income | 11.8% |
| Supplemental Security | 4.7% |
| Cash public assistance | 1.3% |
| Food stamps / SNAP | 15.0% |
Health indicators
| Condition | % |
|---|---|
| Obesity | 36.2% |
| High blood pressure | 32.7% |
| High cholesterol | 23.2% |
| Diabetes | 10.5% |
| Heart disease | 5.0% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
| Asthma | 13.6% |
| Arthritis | 21.1% |
| Kidney disease | 2.8% |
| Pulmonary disease | 8.4% |
| Cancer | 3.2% |
| Behavior / access | % |
|---|---|
| Smoking | 24.5% |
| Binge drinking | 15.6% |
| No physical activity | 37.2% |
| Less than 7 hrs sleep | 38.5% |
| Depression | 29.1% |
| Fair or poor health | 23.6% |
| Poor mental health | 24.0% |
| Poor physical health | 14.1% |
| No health insurance | 13.6% |
| Visited doctor (checkup) | 75.9% |
| Visited dentist | 46.6% |
| Cholesterol screening | 79.6% |
| Teeth loss | 29.4% |
Veterans & disability
| Veterans | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Civilian veterans | 825 | 3.6% |
| Disability | % |
|---|---|
| Any disability | 15.9% |
| Under 18 | 15.9% |
| 18–64 years | 13.7% |
| 65 and over | 37.6% |
Health insurance coverage
| Type | % |
|---|---|
| Private insurance | 67.4% |
| Public insurance | 29.7% |
| No insurance | 8.1% |
| Uninsured under 19 | 6.2% |
Language & origin
Language spoken at home (age 5+)
| Language | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| English only | 25,029 | 98.1% |
| Spanish | 958 | 3.8% |
| Other Indo-European | 659 | 2.6% |
| Asian & Pacific Islander | 103 | 0.4% |
| Other languages | 149 | 0.6% |
Place of birth & citizenship
| Origin | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Native born (US) | 23,213 | 91.0% |
| Born in same state | 23,031 | 90.3% |
| Born in different state | 13,803 | 54.1% |
| Foreign born | 182 | 0.7% |
| Naturalized citizen | 2,305 | 9.0% |
| Not a US citizen | 591 | 25.6% |
Ancestry
| Ancestry | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Italian | 2,659 | 10.4% |
| French | 2,374 | 9.3% |
| Arab | 2,357 | 9.2% |
| Polish | 178 | 0.7% |
| English | 140 | 0.5% |
| Ancestry | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Dutch | 55 | 0.2% |
| Norwegian | 49 | 0.2% |
| Irish | 36 | 0.1% |
| German | 25 | 0.1% |
Technology access
| Metric | % of households |
|---|---|
| Computer access | 40.8% |
| Internet access | 92.1% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2025 estimates.
Frequently asked questions about ZIP code 40508
What city is ZIP code 40508 in?
ZIP code 40508 is primarily assigned to Lexington, Kentucky.
What county is ZIP code 40508 in?
ZIP code 40508 falls within Fayette County, Kentucky.
Is ZIP code 40508 mostly rentals?
73% of occupied units in ZIP code 40508 are renter-occupied.
What is the poverty rate in ZIP code 40508?
37% of residents in ZIP code 40508 live below the poverty line, above the national average.
What is the typical home value in ZIP code 40508?
The median home value in ZIP code 40508 is $148,800.
What is the median household income in ZIP code 40508?
The median household income in ZIP code 40508 is $27,711, below the national median of ~$75,000.
What timezone is ZIP code 40508 in?
ZIP code 40508 observes the EST timezone.