42285 ZIP Code – Sweeden, Kentucky
Located in Sweeden, Kentucky, ZIP code 42285 is a small ZIP code within Edmonson County with a population of approximately 535 residents. The median household income of $34,239 is below the Kentucky average and well below the national average. Homes in this ZIP code have a median value of $119,300, well below the national average, with 79.5% owner-occupied housing (decreasing). Housing consists of 86% single-family (increasing).
At 16.4%, the unemployment rate is well above the national figure. About 28.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well above the national rate. Bachelor's degree attainment is 33.5%, above the national average. The median age is 29.4, below the national median. The surrounding area includes ZIP codes 42207, 42210, 42259.
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ZIP 42285 vs. Kentucky vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 42285 | KY Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 535 | 5,902 | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $34k | $55k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $119k | $139k | $258k |
| Median Rent | — | $801 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 29.4 | 42.4 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 16.4% | 5.6% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 28.9% | 21.4% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 33.5% | 16.9% | 26.9% |
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Nearby ZIP Codes
- 42207 – Bee Spring
- 42210 – Brownsville
- 42259 – Mammoth Cave
- 42275 – Roundhill
- 42252 – Jetson
- 42729 – Cub Run
- 42726 – Clarkson
- 42762 – Millwood
- 42754 – Leitchfield
- 42721 – Caneyville
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 42207 | BEE SPRING | 1,043 | $41,906 |
| 42210 | BROWNSVILLE | 4,473 | $42,702 |
| 42259 | MAMMOTH CAVE | 1,179 | $47,813 |
| 42275 | ROUNDHILL | 859 | $49,000 |
| 42252 | JETSON | 131 | Not provided |