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42501

Kentucky · 18,214 residents · 199.66 sq mi
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ZIP 42501 has notably lower household income than the US average, with a median household income of $48,965. Population has held roughly steady since 2024. 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national rate of 36%. Median home value is $142,200. The poverty rate of 24.3% is well above the national figure. Among the 7 ZIP codes in Pulaski County, 42501 ranks 4th by median household income.

$48,965
US average: $82,259
$142,200
US average: $376,019
17.6%
US average: 35.6%
Age, sex & households
Under 18
23.3%
Age 65+
16.5%
48.3%
51.7%
2.50 people
Race & ethnicity · 2024
2024
White, non-Hispanic89.1%(16,224)
Black2.1%(385)
Hispanic / Latino4.9%(894)
Asian0.2%(28)
Other3.7%(683)
Diversity Score25.3%(4,606)
Housing
Commute & vehicles
Work & employment
People & community
Affordability & inequality
Within Pulaski County
Income rank vs other ZIPs
LOWEST4TH OF 7HIGHEST
Adjacent ZIPs
42503$54,707
42519$41,964
42533$41,000
42544$60,895
Frequently asked

How many people live in ZIP code 42501?

ZIP code 42501 has about 18,214 residents according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 42501?

The typical household in ZIP code 42501 earns about $48,965 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.

Is ZIP code 42501 expensive?

In ZIP code 42501, the median home is worth about $142,200, and the typical rent is about $748 a month.

How educated are people in ZIP code 42501?

About 17.6% of adults age 25 and over in ZIP code 42501 hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the poverty rate in ZIP code 42501?

About 24.3% of people in ZIP code 42501 live below the federal poverty line.

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Containing area
Pulaski County
Other ZIP codes in Pulaski County
ZIP 42503ZIP 42553ZIP 42544ZIP 42567ZIP 42519ZIP 42533

DATA: US CENSUS BUREAU ACS 5-YEAR · ZCTA · UPDATED 2024