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42647

Kentucky · 3,349 residents · 138.294 sq mi
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ZIP 42647 has notably lower household income than the US average, with a median household income of $31,927. Population has held roughly steady since 2024. 17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national rate of 36%. Median home value is $80,600. The poverty rate of 44.4% is well above the national figure. Among the 6 ZIP codes in McCreary County, 42647 ranks 3rd by median household income.

$31,927
US average: $82,259
$80,600
US average: $376,019
17.4%
US average: 35.6%
Age, sex & households
Under 18
23.8%
Age 65+
24.2%
56.8%
43.2%
2.64 people
Race & ethnicity · 2024
2024
White, non-Hispanic98.7%(3,304)
Black0%(0)
Hispanic / Latino0%(0)
Asian0%(0)
Other1.3%(45)
Diversity Score3.3%(111)
Housing
Commute & vehicles
Work & employment
People & community
Affordability & inequality
Within McCreary County
Income rank vs other ZIPs
LOWEST3RD OF 6HIGHEST
Adjacent ZIPs
42634$31,250
42635$24,412
42638$11,595
Frequently asked

How many people live in ZIP code 42647?

ZIP code 42647 has about 3,349 residents according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 42647?

The typical household in ZIP code 42647 earns about $31,927 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.

Is ZIP code 42647 expensive?

In ZIP code 42647, the median home is worth about $80,600, and the typical rent is about $564 a month.

How educated are people in ZIP code 42647?

About 17.4% of adults age 25 and over in ZIP code 42647 hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the poverty rate in ZIP code 42647?

About 44.4% of people in ZIP code 42647 live below the federal poverty line.

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Containing area
McCreary County
Other ZIP codes in McCreary County
ZIP 42635ZIP 42653ZIP 42649ZIP 42634ZIP 42638ZIP 42631

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