The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 41537 sells for about $165,000, or $112 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.1% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 84 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $467 a month.
ZIP 41537 — Jenkins
The housing market in 41537 remains stable with modest price appreciation and low inventory levels. Market activity is driven by local demand and limited new construction, resulting in a balanced environment for buyers and sellers. Affordability remains a key factor, with prices significantly below national averages.
This ZIP is best suited for long-term residents, families with local ties, and those seeking an affordable, rural lifestyle. It is less ideal for commuters requiring transit or those seeking high-density urban amenities.
Median prices moved up 2.1% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 84 days on market with 4.8 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
19% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 97.2% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 6.7% · poverty 24.8% — a mixed stability profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 2.3%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 2.6%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net outflow — more people moved out than in
ZCTA 41537, Pike County KY
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
Crime rates in this rural area are generally lower than the national average, with property crime being the primary concern. Local law enforcement reports stable trends consistent with regional rural patterns.
Schools serving this area are part of the Pike County School District, which generally maintains moderate performance ratings. Educational resources are focused on community-based learning and vocational preparation.
The area is subject to seasonal flood risks near the Levisa Fork and surrounding tributaries. Property insurance premiums are influenced by these localized flood-plain designations.
Economic momentum is tied to regional coal industry legacy and efforts toward diversification in healthcare and public services. Infrastructure development is primarily focused on highway maintenance and utility grid modernization.
Property taxes are assessed by the Pike County Property Valuation Administrator based on fair cash value. The jurisdiction utilizes a combination of state, county, and school district tax rates, with specific exemptions available for homesteads and disability.
Commutes are primarily car-dependent, with residents traveling along US-23 and KY-80 toward employment hubs in Pikeville. Public transit options are extremely limited, necessitating personal vehicle ownership.
The area offers access to rugged outdoor recreation including hiking, fishing, and ATV trails in the surrounding Appalachian foothills. Local parks provide basic community facilities, while major shopping and dining are concentrated in nearby Pikeville.
The rental market is characterized by low turnover and a high share of single-family detached homes. Vacancy pressure is moderate, with limited new multifamily construction impacting supply.
The local economy is anchored by healthcare, education, and public administration. While historically dependent on coal, the region is actively pursuing economic diversification.
Transportation is dominated by private vehicle use on state and federal highways. There is no significant public transit infrastructure serving this rural ZIP code.
Development is largely focused on small-scale residential infill and public infrastructure maintenance. No major large-scale commercial projects are currently reported for this specific ZIP.
The Pike County Property Valuation Administrator manages assessments, focusing on annual reviews of property sales to ensure equitable valuation.
Parcels are subject to Pike County School District taxes and various local fire and utility district assessments.
Property insurance markets are stable but sensitive to flood-risk mapping updates. Premiums are generally competitive compared to national averages.
Kentucky has experienced modest net domestic migration, with rural areas like Pike County seeing stable population levels as residents balance local employment with regional shifts.
Kentucky is a judicial foreclosure state, requiring court intervention to complete the process. This typically results in longer timelines for lenders compared to non-judicial states.
Kentucky requires sellers to provide a written disclosure form regarding the condition of the property, including known defects, to potential buyers.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov using ZCTA 41537 profile.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
Provides opportunities for fishing and recreational boating.
Local community parks offering playgrounds and picnic areas.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.