ZIP Code 40256: Louisville, KY
Louisville in Jefferson County, Kentucky uses ZIP code 40256. Its reference point is at latitude 38.189 and longitude -85.6768 (38°11'20.4"N 85°40'36.5"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 40256
Louisville has 66 ZIP codes in our directory, and Jefferson County has 73.
Kentucky has 1,160 ZIP codes listed in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 40201 (Louisville), which shares the same reference point.
| ZIP code | 40256 |
|---|---|
| Place | Louisville |
| County | Jefferson County |
| State | Kentucky |
| Country | United States |
| Latitude | 38.189 |
| Longitude | -85.6768 |
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Map of ZIP Code 40256
Map centred on 38.189, -85.6768. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Louisville, Kentucky
Video: Louisville, Kentucky
Top 10 Best Things to Do in Louisville, Kentucky - Travel Guide 2024 — by DoTravel · Watch on YouTube
ZIP Codes Near 40256
These 16 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 40256, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest places to ZIP code 40256, measured in a straight line from its reference point. Road distances will be longer.
- Eastwood – 2.9 mi north
- Masonic Home – 4.5 mi north
- Fairdale – 7.0 mi southwest
- Hillview – 7.8 mi south
- Glenview – 7.8 mi north
- Clarksville – 9.7 mi northwest
- Jeffersonville – 9.9 mi north
- Harrods Creek – 10 mi north
- Brooks – 11 mi southwest
- Mount Washington – 12 mi southeast
- Prospect – 12 mi north
- New Albany – 13 mi northwest
Schools Near Louisville
School places are usually allocated by home address, so families living around ZIP code 40256 should confirm their catchment school with the local education authority for Louisville, Jefferson County.
Looking at nearby areas such as Eastwood, Masonic Home and Fairdale widens the choice of state, private and international schools. The links below open live Google Maps results centred on this location.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Parks, playgrounds and walking trails around Louisville are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centred on ZIP code 40256.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, clinics and pharmacies serving Louisville can be found with the searches below. In an emergency in the United States, call 911.
Residents may also use facilities in nearby Eastwood, Masonic Home and Fairdale.
Shopping and Dining in Louisville
Restaurants, supermarkets and shopping centres in and around Louisville are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current opening hours and reviews.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Louisville, Kentucky can be found with the searches below.
For local history, try the archives of Jefferson County along with the name Louisville.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 40256, Eastwood lies about 2.9 mi to the north, Masonic Home lies about 4.5 mi to the north, Fairdale lies about 7.0 mi to the southwest, Hillview lies about 7.8 mi to the south and Glenview lies about 7.8 mi to the north in a straight line. Use the directions link for routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and coastline near Louisville show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 40256
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“The Bray Place 3 • Bashford Manor Lane in Louisville, Kentucky”): TEDD LiGGETT, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“Carnegie Library in Louisville”): w.marsh, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 3 (“Steller's Sea Eagle at Louisville Zoo”): Aaron, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 4 (“Rover TC2000”): Chris Watson from Louisville, United States, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 5 (“BrandeisLaw2”): Nolanwebb, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Video: “Top 10 Best Things to Do in Louisville, Kentucky - Travel Guide 2024” by DoTravel, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
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