42642 ZIP Code – Russell Springs, Kentucky
42642 is a ZIP code serving Russell Springs, Kentucky in Russell County with a population of approximately 12,382 residents. The median household income is $52,068 — near the Kentucky average and below the national average. Median home values of $115,400 are well below the national average, with 70.5% owner-occupied housing (decreasing). . Median rent is $634, which is well below the U.S. average. Housing consists of 71% single-family (decreasing).
At 6.6%, the unemployment rate is above the national figure. The poverty rate is 22.6%, well above the national average. 15.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well below the U.S. average. The population has a median age of 39.2, near the national median. Neighboring ZIP codes include 42528, 42565, 42629.
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ZIP 42642 vs. Kentucky vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 42642 | KY Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 12k | 5,902 | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $52k | $55k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $115k | $139k | $258k |
| Median Rent | $634 | $801 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 39.2 | 42.4 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.6% | 5.6% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 22.6% | 21.4% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 15.4% | 16.9% | 26.9% |
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Nearby ZIP Codes
- 42528 – Dunnville
- 42565 – Windsor
- 42629 – Jamestown
- 42544 – Nancy
- 42741 – Glens Fork
- 42753 – Knifley
- 42728 – Columbia
- 42539 – Liberty
- 42516 – Bethelridge
- 42603 – Alpha
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 42528 | DUNNVILLE | 2,156 | $47,891 |
| 42565 | WINDSOR | 872 | Not provided |
| 42629 | JAMESTOWN | 5,683 | $39,346 |
| 42544 | NANCY | 5,486 | $52,417 |
| 42741 | GLENS FORK | 513 | $60,000 |