42056 ZIP Code – La Center, Kentucky
ZIP code 42056 is a small ZIP code located in La Center, Kentucky, within Ballard County with a population of approximately 1,735 residents. The median household income of $55,938 is near the Kentucky average and below the national average. At $88,400, median home values run well below the national average, with 82.4% owner-occupied housing (increasing). Housing consists of 79% single-family (increasing), 8% duplex/multi-family.
The area reports an unemployment rate of 0.7%, well below the national average. An estimated 12.6% of the population falls below the poverty line, near the national figure. An estimated 26.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. At 46.7, the median age is near the national figure. Neighboring ZIP codes include 42022, 42024, 42053.
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ZIP 42056 vs. Kentucky vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 42056 | KY Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,735 | 5,902 | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $55k | $55k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $88k | $139k | $258k |
| Median Rent | — | $801 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 46.7 | 42.4 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0.7% | 5.6% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 12.6% | 21.4% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 26.7% | 16.9% | 26.9% |
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Nearby ZIP Codes
- 42022 – Bandana
- 42024 – Barlow
- 42053 – Kevil
- 62941 – Grand Chain
- 42087 – Wickliffe
- 62970 – Olmsted
- 62963 – Mound City
- 62953 – Joppa
- 62996 – Villa Ridge
- 62956 – Karnak
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 42022 | BANDANA | 161 | Not provided |
| 42024 | BARLOW | 1,110 | $57,875 |
| 42053 | KEVIL | 4,897 | $58,934 |
| 62941 | GRAND CHAIN | 500 | $58,750 |
| 42087 | WICKLIFFE | 2,438 | $52,083 |