40242 ZIP Code – Louisville, Kentucky
ZIP code 40242 is a mid-sized ZIP code located in Louisville, Kentucky, within Jefferson County with a population of approximately 11,544 residents. The median household income of $78,994 is above the Kentucky average and near the national average. Homes in this ZIP code have a median value of $277,000, near the national average, with 67.1% owner-occupied housing (decreasing). , with median rent coming in at $1,212 — near the national figure. Housing consists of 76% single-family (decreasing), 18% apartments (increasing), 6% duplex/multi-family.
The unemployment rate is 5.1%, near the national average. An estimated 7.9% of the population falls below the poverty line, well below the national figure. An estimated 47.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average. The median age is 36.3, below the national median. Neighboring ZIP codes include 40222, 40241, 40223.
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ZIP 40242 vs. Kentucky vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 40242 | KY Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 11k | 5,902 | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $78k | $55k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $277k | $139k | $258k |
| Median Rent | $1,212 | $801 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 36.3 | 42.4 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.1% | 5.6% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 7.9% | 21.4% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 47.5% | 16.9% | 26.9% |
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Nearby ZIP Codes
- 40222 – Louisville
- 40241 – Louisville
- 40223 – Louisville
- 40207 – Louisville
- 40025 – Glenview
- 40243 – Louisville
- 40041 – Masonic Home
- 40220 – Louisville
- 40280 – Louisville
- 40059 – Prospect
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 40222 | LOUISVILLE | 21,359 | $81,902 |
| 40241 | LOUISVILLE | 30,986 | $95,309 |
| 40223 | LOUISVILLE | 23,477 | $93,498 |
| 40207 | LOUISVILLE | 29,014 | $97,754 |
| 40025 | GLENVIEW | 560 | $250,000+ |