42069 ZIP Code – Melber, Kentucky
ZIP code 42069 is a small ZIP code located in Melber, Kentucky, within Graves County with a population of approximately 970 residents. The median household income of $59,342 is near the Kentucky average and below the national average. Homes in this ZIP code have a median value of $169,800, below the national average, with 90.6% owner-occupied housing (decreasing). Housing consists of 96% single-family (increasing).
The area reports an unemployment rate of 4.7%, near the national average. About 10.7% of residents live below the poverty line, below the national rate. 8.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well below the U.S. average. The population has a median age of 46.6, near the national median. Neighboring ZIP codes include 42061, 42035, 42060.
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ZIP 42069 vs. Kentucky vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 42069 | KY Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 970 | 5,902 | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $59k | $55k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $169k | $139k | $258k |
| Median Rent | — | $801 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 46.6 | 42.4 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.7% | 5.6% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 10.7% | 21.4% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 8.5% | 16.9% | 26.9% |
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Nearby ZIP Codes
- 42061 – Lowes
- 42035 – Cunningham
- 42060 – Lovelaceville
- 42027 – Boaz
- 42051 – Hickory
- 42001 – Paducah
- 42039 – Fancy Farm
- 42086 – West Paducah
- 42003 – Paducah
- 42023 – Bardwell
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 42061 | LOWES | 96 | Not provided |
| 42035 | CUNNINGHAM | 802 | $65,750 |
| 42060 | LOVELACEVILLE | 8 | Not provided |
| 42027 | BOAZ | 1,931 | $68,750 |
| 42051 | HICKORY | 2,280 | $75,439 |