ZIP Code 40108 in Brandenburg, KY

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Brandenburg, Kentucky
County:Meade County
Timezone:Eastern (GMT -05:00)
Local Time:11:21:15 PM
Population:12,601 [See All]
Area Codes:270 / 364
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:37.9765, -86.1659
Land Area:69.023 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 40108 has 12,601 residents and 4,756 households (average 2.60 persons per household). The median age is 40.6 years, slightly older than the state (39.4) and slightly older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 49.3% male and 50.7% female, which is about the same as the national male share (49.1%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are White (90.9%, much higher than the state average of 82.4% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (2.6%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 2.6%, which is much lower than the national average (18.7%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2020 Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC) and U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.
2020 Population:12,601Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:12,469Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:13,572Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:182.6 people per sq mile
Average Income:$71,480Source: Census ACS
Households:4,756Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$216,200Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.60Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:2.83Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--11,55811,39411,58311,56611,78212,13812,15411,72911,80312,19012,71712,30912,469
Decennial Census11,583------------------12,601------
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP05. DEMOGRAPHIC AND HOUSING ESTIMATES

Population by Age & Gender (Total, Male, Female)


Median Age: 40.6

Male Median Age: 39.4

Female Median Age: 42

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male35841550446131834933341038740838445246035826917111950
Female36840146441329729641238742641743655147236229418512193
Total7268169688746156457457978138258201,003932720563356240143
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:11,44993.57%
Black:2221.81%
Hispanic:*3272.67%
Asian:880.72%
American Indian:260.21%
Hawaiian:80.07%
Other:1160.95%
Total:12,236100%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)
* NOTE: Hispanic or Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. This means individuals who identify as Hispanic will also be included in one of the race categories (such as White or Black). As a result, the totals shown here may exceed 100% when Hispanic is displayed alongside racial groups.

Gender Breakdown


GenderCount%Median Age
Males:6,20649.25%39.4 years
Females:6,39550.75%42.0 years
Total:12,601100%40.6 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:12,09697.01%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:2031.63%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:610.49%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:1091.36%
Total Population:12,469100%
Total Native Population:12,29998.64%
Total Foreign-born Population:1701.36%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS
Note: Nativity and Citizenship derived from American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates. Total Population listed here will not match official ZIP Code population totals, which are based on the Decennial Census.

Income & Employment


In 2023, the Median household income is $71,480, which is far above the state median ($62,417), is up $18,831 (35.8%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $11,587. Family households earn a median of $88,648 versus $39,186 for nonfamily households (a difference of $49,462). By gender, male median income is $57,199 and female is $41,627, which is well under the national female median ($53,445), with a current gap of $15,572 that has stayed about the same from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 61.5%, which is modestly under the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 3.8%, which is generally lower than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (34.1%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02, DP03, DP04 and DP05.

Median Income Over Time (Household, Family, Nonfamily, Male, Female)


Income Type2011201220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Household Income$52,649$53,431$53,306$55,114$52,370$53,164$56,684$61,537$59,893$66,652$67,659$73,648$71,480
Median Family Income$59,617$59,356$60,608$61,928$61,797$63,477$70,417$78,868$76,953$84,194$88,380$95,301$88,648
Median NonFamily Income$21,298$23,355$24,198$24,269$26,917$29,536$30,662$31,329$35,350$32,225$42,593$36,605$39,186
Median Male Income$46,217$48,961$51,350$51,232$50,699$50,149$48,615$52,439$55,633$60,218$53,464$59,188$57,199
Median Female Income$30,657$32,270$30,724$32,877$31,318$32,957$38,411$39,907$40,694$39,343$35,446$39,250$41,627
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income


Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment Status


Employed:6,06558.85%
Unemployed:2432.36%
Not In Labor Force:3,99738.79%
Total:10,305100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment by Occupation (Civilian Employed Population, 16 and Over)


Management, business, science, and arts:2,07034.13%
Service:80413.26%
Sales and Office:1,19219.65%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:96315.88%
Production, transportation, and material moving:1,03617.08%
Total Civilian Employed Population:6,065100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Housing & Affordability


In 2023, the median home value is $216,200, which is well under the national median ($303,400), is up $81,800 (60.86%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $49,700. The median gross rent is $836, which is much lower than the national median ($1,348), is up $227 (37.27%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $115. Of occupied housing, owners make up 76.68% (61.80% with a mortgage, 38.20% free-and-clear) and renters 23.32% - making this ZIP Code more home ownership than the state and under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 10.13%, which is far lower than the state rate (10.88%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Table DP03, SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Median Home Value (Comparison)


Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Home Value Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Home Value$134,400$133,900$140,400$133,500$135,700$145,500$151,000$159,600$166,500$169,600$174,500$209,600$216,200
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:17815.99%
$500 to $999:57151.30%
$1,000 to $1,499:25623.00%
$1,500 to $1,999:100.90%
$2,000 to $2,499:60.54%
$2,500 to $2,999:00.00%
$3,000 or more:00.00%
No Rent:928.27%
Total:1,113100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Gross Rent Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Rent$609$648$640$649$672$673$713$711$721$735$751$790$836
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):2,26247.39%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):1,39829.29%
Renter Occupied:1,11323.32%
Total Occupied Housing Units:4,773100%

Occupied Housing Units:4,77389.87%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):53810.13%
Total Housing Units:5,311100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Type (Single-Family, Multi-Family, Other)


Single-Family Units:3,92473.88%
Multi-Family Units:67312.67%
Other Units:71413.44%
Total Housing Units:5,311100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 17.20% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is far lower than the national rate (35.00%). High school or higher is 90.70%, which is on par with the state rate (88.50%). The uninsured rate is 3.50%, which is far lower than the national rate (8.60%). The share of people in poverty is 7.40%, which is generally lower than the state rate (11.80%), up 1.50 percentage points since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 0.10 percentage points. This points to rising hardship - a weaker consumer base, greater strain on public services, and job-market headwinds. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (46.32%). College enrollment is 19.16%, which is far lower than the national rate (26.70%), indicating the community may be more oriented toward vocational/trade or direct-to-workforce opportunities.

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02 and DP03.

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)


Less than 9th grade:2542.72%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:6116.55%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):3,90741.89%
Some college, no degree:2,17323.30%
Associate's degree:7788.34%
Bachelor's degree:96710.37%
Graduate or professional degree:6376.83%
Total:9,327100%
High school or higher:8,46290.73%
Bachelor's degree or higher:1,60417.20%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Health Insurance Coverage by Type (Private, Public, Uninsured)


Private Insurance:8,54859.60%
Public Insurance:5,37037.44%
No Insurance:4252.96%
Total:14,343100%
Has Health Insurance:13,91897.04%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2023)


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
% of People in Poverty5.9%8.2%7.9%7.9%10.2%10.1%8.3%8.7%7.3%6.1%6.5%6.7%7.4%
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Note: Counts of Families & People in poverty are not published at the ZIP Code level due to small sample sizes. Percentages shown are survey estimates from the American Community Survey (ACS). They may differ from official poverty statistics. The U.S. Census Bureau defines poverty status by comparing a family's or individual's total income with federal poverty thresholds that vary by family size and composition.

School Enrollment by Education Level (Ages 3 and Older)


Nursery School, Preschool:25210.12%
Kindergarten:572.29%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):1,15346.32%
High school (grades 9-12):55022.10%
College or graduate school:47719.16%
Total:2,489100%
Early Childhood:30912.41%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):1,76070.71%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 40108 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 243 business establishments, employing about 2,644 people with an annual payroll of $109,502,000. USPS data shows 5,220 residential mailboxes and 322 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:5,220Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:322Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:5,790Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:4,983Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:4Source: USPS
# of Businesses:243Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$26,791,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$109,502,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:2,644Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 40108 is located in Meade County, Kentucky, within the Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 31140) and Kentucky's 2nd Congressional District. This Metro area has a population of 1,361,847 people, about 0.93% of whom live in ZIP Code 40108. It covers 69.023 sq mi of land and a water area of 1.317 sq mi.

CBSA Name:Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-INSource: Census
CBSA Number:31140Source: Census
CBSA Type:MetroSource: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:1,361,847Source: Census
MSA:Source: Census
Land Area:69.023 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:1.317 sq miSource: Census
Congressional District:02Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:7177.44 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:Source: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:2109226Source: Census
Place Name:Brandenburg city; KentuckySource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


40109 | | 40107

Schools in ZIP Code 40108


ZIP Code 40108 is in the Meade County School District, which serves grades Pre-Kindergarten thru 12th. There are 7 public school(s) in this ZIP Code, and we have located 3 private school(s). It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.

Stuart Pepper Middle School 1085 Old Ekron Rd
Brandenburg, KY 40108
District: Meade County School District
Barry Hahn Primary School 750 Broadway
Brandenburg, KY 40108
District: Meade County School District
Meade County High School 938 Old State Rd
Brandenburg, KY 40108
District: Meade County School District
David T. Wilson Elementary 1075 Old Ekron Rd
Brandenburg, KY 40108
District: Meade County School District
Brandenburg High School 938 Old State Rd
Brandenburg, KY 40108
District: Meade County School District
James R. Allen High School 918 Old State Road
Brandenburg, KY 40108
District: Meade County School District
Meade County College And Career Center 110 Greer Street
Brandenburg, KY 40108
North Hardin Christian School 1298 Rogersville Rd
Radcliff, KY 40160
District: Private SchoolNearby
Landmark Christian Academy 6502 Johnsontown Rd
Louisville, KY 40272
District: Private SchoolNearby
Beth Haven Christian School 5515 Johnsontown Rd
Louisville, KY 40272
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 40108


Empire Beauty School-Dixie 5120 Dixie Highway
Louisville, KY 40216
Type: Post Secondary
Empire Beauty School-Elizabethtown 554 Westport Road
Elizabethtown, KY 42701
Type: Post Secondary
Elizabethtown Community And Technical College 600 College Street Rd
Elizabethtown, KY 42701-3081
Type: Post Secondary
University Of Louisville 2301 S 3rd St
Louisville, KY 40292-0001
Type: Post Secondary
American College Of Barbering 11320 North Preston Highway
Louisville, KY 40229-2862
Type: Post Secondary
Simmons College Of Kentucky 1018 South 7th Street
Louisville, KY 40203-3322
Type: Post Secondary

Sources & References


Our sources include trusted federal and licensed data from the United States Postal Service, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Geological Survey, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and the National Center for Education Statistics, along with proprietary datasets created by ZIP-Codes.com. Data last updated on October 1, 2025.

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