Zip Code 40744
London, Kentucky — Laurel County
📍 ZIP code 40744 is in London, Laurel County, Kentucky.
ZIP code 40744 is located in London, Laurel County, Kentucky. It is a zip code in the Eastern (EST/EDT) Time Zone with an estimated population of 20,104. The area code for ZIP code 40744 is 502.
Quick Answer
Zip code 40744 is in London, Kentucky (Laurel County). It has a population of 20,104, median household income of $64,643, and median home value of $157,000.
Population
20,104
Income
$64,643
Home Value
$157,000
Climate
86°F / 27°F
About Zip Code 40744
Zip code 40744 is located in London, Kentucky, within Laurel County. Home to approximately 20,104 residents, this area sits at an elevation of 1213 ft and falls within the Eastern (EST/EDT) timezone. The local area code is 502.
The median household income is $64,643 per year, which is below the national median of $70,784. Homes in this zip code have a median value of $157,000, and the cost of living index is 66 (34% below the national average of 100).
Summers average a high of 86°F while winters drop to 27°F. The area receives about 51 in of rain and 15 in of snow annually. The zip code covers 105.7 square miles of land area and 3.4 square miles of water.
Key Statistics
20,104
$64,643
$157,000
Eastern (EST/EDT)
502
1213 ft
105.7 sq mi
39.2
8,159
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Compare With Nearby Zip Codes
| Metric | 40744 | 40737 | 40740 | 40741 | 40701 | 40734 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City | London, KY | Corbin, KY | Corbin, KY | London, KY | Corbin, KY | Gray, KY |
| Population | 20,104 | 1,824 | 3,954 | 23,303 | 29,767 | 3,633 |
| Median Income | $64,643 | $59,500 | $60,824 | $60,417 | $47,288 | $40,270 |
| Home Value | $157,000 | $134,900 | $124,200 | $155,600 | $162,500 | $112,400 |
| Cost of Living | 66 | 60 | 60 | 62 | 60 | 60 |
| Median Age | 39.2 | 30.8 | 40 | 38.8 | 41.4 | 42 |
Cost of Living
100 = National Average. London's cost of living is 34% below the national average.
vs. State Avg
Below
Affordability
Very Affordable
Income-to-Home
2.4x
Demographics
Zip code 40744 has a population of 20,104 people with a median age of 39.2. There are 8,159 housing units in this area.
Racial & Ethnic Composition
Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey estimates.
Population History
London (40744) population trend from 2010 to 2024
↑ 54.9%Source: U.S. Census Bureau estimates and American Community Survey data.
Climate & Weather
86°F
27°F
51 in
15 in
London experiences warm summers with average highs around 86°F. Winters are cool with lows averaging 27°F. The area receives about 15 in of snow per year.
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Housing & Economy
Median Home Value
$157,000
Median Household Income
$64,643
With 8,159 housing units across 105.7 square miles, 40744 has a housing density of 77 units per square mile. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x.
Location & Geography
Latitude
37.0294°
Longitude
-84.1190°
Land Area
105.7 sq mi
Water Area
3.4 sq mi
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The five U.S. ZIP codes whose median household income is closest to 40744's $64,643. A way to compare London to economically similar communities elsewhere in the country.
Computed from U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates by the Zip Code Near Me Data Team.
ZIP Codes with Similar Demographics
The five U.S. ZIP codes whose racial and ethnic composition most closely matches 40744 (London, KY). Similarity is measured by cosine distance on the five-category ACS demographic vector.
Computed from U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates by the Zip Code Near Me Data Team.
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People Also Ask
What zip code is London, Kentucky?
London, Kentucky uses zip code 40744 along with 1 other zip codes.
What county is zip code 40744 in?
Zip code 40744 is located in Laurel County, Kentucky.
What is the population of zip code 40744?
The population of zip code 40744 is 20,104 with a median age of 39.2.
Is 40744 in London, Kentucky?
Yes, zip code 40744 is in London, Laurel County, Kentucky. The area code is 502.
Frequently Asked Questions
What city is zip code 40744 in?
Zip code 40744 is in London, Kentucky. It is part of Laurel County and uses the Eastern (EST/EDT) timezone.
What is zip code 40744?
Zip code 40744 is a U.S. postal code in London, Kentucky (Laurel County). It has a population of 20,104 and covers 105.7 square miles.
What is the population of zip code 40744?
The population of zip code 40744 (London, KY) is 20,104 with a median age of 39.2. There are approximately 8,159 housing units in this area.
What is the median income in zip code 40744?
The median household income in zip code 40744 (London, KY) is $64,643 per year. The cost of living index is 66 (100 = national average).
What is the average home price in zip code 40744?
The median home value in zip code 40744 (London, KY) is $157,000. The cost of living index is 66 compared to the national average of 100.
What county is zip code 40744 in?
Zip code 40744 is located in Laurel County, Kentucky. The primary city is London.
What is the area code for zip code 40744?
Zip code 40744 in London, KY uses area code 502. It is located in the Eastern (EST/EDT) timezone.
Is zip code 40744 a good place to live?
Zip code 40744 (London, KY) has a cost of living index of 66 (100 = national average), a median household income of $64,643, and median home values of $157,000. The median age is 39.2. Visit the full page for demographics, climate, and nearby zip code comparisons.
What is the cost of living in zip code 40744?
The cost of living index for zip code 40744 (London, KY) is 66, where 100 represents the national average. This area is below the national average. Median home value: $157,000.
What schools serve zip code 40744?
Zip code 40744 in London, Kentucky is served by the local school district of Laurel County. For specific school information, check your state's department of education or GreatSchools.org.
All demographic data on this page is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates. ZIP code boundary and delivery data is sourced from the United States Postal Service (USPS). Data is updated periodically and may not reflect the most current figures. Census Bureau ZIP Code Tabulation Areas (ZCTAs) may differ slightly from USPS ZIP code boundaries.
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- IANA tz database and NANPA.
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- U.S. Geological Survey National Elevation Dataset (NED), via the USGS Elevation Point Query Service. Mapped to each ZCTA centroid coordinates. Last refreshed 2026-05-19.
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