42087 ZIP Code – Wickliffe, Kentucky
ZIP code 42087 is a small ZIP code located in Wickliffe, Kentucky, within Ballard County with a population of approximately 2,438 residents. The median household income is $52,083 — near the Kentucky average and below the national average. Homes in this ZIP code have a median value of $94,700, well below the national average, with 82.2% owner-occupied housing (decreasing). . Median rent is $705, which is below the U.S. average. Housing consists of 77% single-family (decreasing), 6% duplex/multi-family.
At 2.1%, the unemployment rate is well below the national figure. An estimated 18.2% of the population falls below the poverty line, above the national figure. An estimated 12.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well below the national average. The population has a median age of 42.1, near the national median. Nearby ZIP codes include 42023, 42024, 42056.
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ZIP 42087 vs. Kentucky vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 42087 | KY Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 2,438 | 5,902 | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $52k | $55k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $94k | $139k | $258k |
| Median Rent | $705 | $801 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 42.1 | 42.4 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.1% | 5.6% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 18.2% | 21.4% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 12.3% | 16.9% | 26.9% |
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Nearby ZIP Codes
- 42023 – Bardwell
- 42024 – Barlow
- 42056 – La Center
- 42060 – Lovelaceville
- 42035 – Cunningham
- 42053 – Kevil
- 42021 – Arlington
- 62914 – Cairo
- 62963 – Mound City
- 42022 – Bandana
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 42023 | BARDWELL | 2,398 | $51,250 |
| 42024 | BARLOW | 1,110 | $57,875 |
| 42056 | LA CENTER | 1,735 | $55,938 |
| 42060 | LOVELACEVILLE | 8 | Not provided |
| 42035 | CUNNINGHAM | 802 | $65,750 |