42603 ZIP Code – Alpha, Kentucky
42603 is a small ZIP code in Alpha, Kentucky, part of Wayne County with a population of approximately 628 residents. At $50,893, the median household income here runs near the Kentucky average and below the U.S. average. Homes in this ZIP code have a median value of $75,000, well below the national average, with 92.4% owner-occupied housing (increasing). , and the median rent of $516 is well below the national average. Housing consists of 40% single-family (decreasing).
About 38.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well above the national rate. An estimated 11.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well below the national average. Residents have a median age of 42.4, near the U.S. median. The surrounding area includes ZIP codes 42602, 42633, 42629.
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ZIP 42603 vs. Kentucky vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 42603 | KY Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 628 | 5,902 | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $50k | $55k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $75k | $139k | $258k |
| Median Rent | $516 | $801 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 42.4 | 42.4 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0.0% | 5.6% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 38.3% | 21.4% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 11.1% | 16.9% | 26.9% |
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Nearby ZIP Codes
- 42602 – Albany
- 42633 – Monticello
- 42629 – Jamestown
- 38577 – Pall Mall
- 38549 – Byrdstown
- 42642 – Russell Springs
- 42741 – Glens Fork
- 42717 – Burkesville
- 42544 – Nancy
- 42518 – Bronston
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 42602 | ALBANY | 9,141 | $40,551 |
| 42633 | MONTICELLO | 18,483 | $41,970 |
| 42629 | JAMESTOWN | 5,683 | $39,346 |
| 38577 | PALL MALL | 1,579 | $43,167 |
| 38549 | BYRDSTOWN | 4,115 | $44,612 |