ZIP Code 42022, Kentucky
ZIP Code 42022 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 42022 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Ballard County, Kentucky. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 198. The land area covers 0.49 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 198 | ±161 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 24.1 yrs | ±5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 63 | ±46 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 63 | ±46 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 63 | ±46 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 0 | ±13 |
| Median Home Value | $88,400 | ±$72,904 |
| Median Gross Rent | Suppressed | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $92,176 | ±$86,957 |
| Per Capita Income | $35,403 | ±$8,469 |
| Poverty Rate | 0% | ±6.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 0 | ±13 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±10.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 129 | ±98 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 57.1% | ±41.3% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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COUNTY OF BALLARD
GUS Population: 7,626 (2024)
ID: 127545
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: JUDGE EXECUTIVE
PO BOX 276, WICKLIFFE KY 42087-0276
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK | Barlow, KY | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | Barlow, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Barlow, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Barlow, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Barlow, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Cairo, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Cairo, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Ullin, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Ullin, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Paducah, KY |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Shawnee Community College
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College | 9.9 mi away | 8364 Shawnee College Rd, Ullin, IL, 62992 |
6186343200
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METROPOLIS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.7 mi away | 317 METROPOLIS STREET, METROPOLIS, IL, 62960 |
(618) 524-4312
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West Kentucky Community and Technical College
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College | 17.0 mi away | 4810 Alben Barkley Drive, Paducah, KY, 42001 |
2705549200
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MOUNDS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.1 mi away | 418 FIRST STREET, MOUNDS, IL, 62964 |
(618) 745-6610
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BALLARD/CARLISLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.7 mi away | 257 NORTH 4TH STREET, WICKLIFFE, KY, 42087 |
(270) 335-5059
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CAIRO PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.0 mi away | 1609 WASHINGTON AVENUE, CAIRO, IL, 62914 |
(618) 734-1840
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VIENNA CARNEGIE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 18.8 mi away | 401 POPLAR STREET, VIENNA, IL, 62995 |
(618) 658-5051
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DONGOLA PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 19.3 mi away | 114 NORTH EAST FRONT STREET, DONGOLA, IL, 62926 |
(618) 827-3622
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MCCRACKEN COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.5 mi away | 555 WASHINGTON STREET, PADUCAH, KY, 42003 |
(270) 442-2510
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MCCRACKEN COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.5 mi away | 555 WASHINGTON STREET, PADUCAH, KY, 42003 |
(270) 442-2510
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at GRAND CHAIN DAM 53, IL US, located 6.7 miles from ZCTA5 42022. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43.1° | 26.2° | 34.6° | 4.23" | 2.1" |
| February | 47.6° | 29.7° | 38.7° | 3.86" | 2.5" |
| March | 57.3° | 36.8° | 47.1° | 4.77" | 0.7" |
| April | 68.4° | 46.6° | 57.5° | 5.15" | 0.0" |
| May | 76.8° | 56.4° | 66.6° | 4.92" | 0.0" |
| June | 85.5° | 64.8° | 75.2° | 4.13" | 0.0" |
| July | 89.0° | 68.7° | 78.9° | 3.28" | 0.0" |
| August | 88.6° | 67.2° | 77.9° | 3.03" | 0.0" |
| September | 82.7° | 60.2° | 71.5° | 3.35" | 0.0" |
| October | 71.2° | 48.4° | 59.8° | 4.04" | 0.1" |
| November | 57.9° | 38.6° | 48.2° | 4.41" | 0.0" |
| December | 47.0° | 30.8° | 38.9° | 4.24" | 1.8" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bandana CDP | CDP | 0.1 mi | — |
| La Center city | City | 5.1 mi | — |
| Kevil city | City | 5.4 mi | — |
| Joppa village | Village | 7.0 mi | — |
| Olmsted village | Village | 8.1 mi | — |
| Barlow city | City | 8.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 42022. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.