42634 ZIP Code – Parkers Lake, Kentucky
42634 is a small ZIP code in Parkers Lake, Kentucky, part of McCreary County with a population of approximately 1,920 residents. Residents earn a median household income of $29,000, which is well below the Kentucky average and well below the national figure. Median home values of $55,200 are well below the national average, with 85.5% owner-occupied housing (decreasing). Housing consists of 75% single-family (decreasing).
Unemployment stands at 3.1%, which is below the U.S. rate. The poverty rate is 41.5%, well above the national average. Bachelor's degree attainment is 7.4%, well below the national average. The population has a median age of 38.6, near the national median. Neighboring ZIP codes include 42653, 42519, 42631.
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ZIP 42634 vs. Kentucky vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 42634 | KY Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,920 | 5,902 | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $29k | $55k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $55k | $139k | $258k |
| Median Rent | — | $801 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 38.6 | 42.4 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.1% | 5.6% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 41.5% | 21.4% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 7.4% | 16.9% | 26.9% |
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Nearby ZIP Codes
- 42653 – Whitley City
- 42519 – Burnside
- 42631 – Marshes Siding
- 42501 – Somerset
- 42518 – Bronston
- 40701 – Corbin
- 42635 – Pine Knot
- 42638 – Revelo
- 42533 – Ferguson
- 42647 – Stearns
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 42653 | WHITLEY CITY | 4,113 | $42,589 |
| 42519 | BURNSIDE | 3,109 | $35,139 |
| 42631 | MARSHES SIDING | Not provided | Not provided |
| 42501 | SOMERSET | 17,080 | $47,279 |
| 42518 | BRONSTON | 3,068 | $47,687 |