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42653

Kentucky · 4,300 residents · 81.2 sq mi
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With 4,300 people, ZIP 42653 is a ZIP code in McCreary County. Four-year degrees are less common here than nationally, at 7% of adults. 38.7% of residents live below the federal poverty line. The typical home is worth $109,200. 1% of residents were born outside the United States. The average commute runs 38 minutes. Among the 6 ZIP codes in McCreary County, 42653 ranks 1st by median household income.

$42,656
US average: $82,259
$16,787
US average: $44,673
$109,200
US average: $376,019
7.4%
US average: 35.6%
Land area
81.2 sq mi
Age, sex & households
Under 18
29.9%
Age 65+
10.8%
51.7%
48.3%
3.26 people
Race & ethnicity · 2024
2024
White, non-Hispanic92.7%(3,987)
Black1.3%(55)
Hispanic / Latino0.8%(36)
Asian0%(0)
Other5.2%(222)
17
Our index, 0 to 100. Higher means a more even mix of racial and ethnic groups.
Housing
2.6
Years of local income it takes to buy a local home, on a scale of about 0 to 15. Lower is more affordable.
Within McCreary County
Income rank vs other ZIPs
LOWEST1ST OF 6HIGHEST
Adjacent ZIPs
42634$31,250
42635$24,412
42638$11,595
Frequently asked

How many people live in ZIP code 42653?

ZIP code 42653 has about 4,300 residents according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 42653?

The typical household in ZIP code 42653 earns about $42,656 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.

Is ZIP code 42653 expensive?

In ZIP code 42653, the median home is worth about $109,200, and the typical rent is about $645 a month.

How educated are people in ZIP code 42653?

About 7.4% of adults age 25 and over in ZIP code 42653 hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the poverty rate in ZIP code 42653?

About 38.7% of people in ZIP code 42653 live below the federal poverty line.

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Containing area
McCreary County

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