ZIP Code 42303, Kentucky
ZIP Code 42303 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 42303 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Daviess County, Kentucky. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 42,119. The land area covers 48.83 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 42,119 | ±1,295 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 39.9 yrs | ±1.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 17,220 | ±565 | 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 | 18,070 | ±551 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 17,220 | ±565 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 850 | ±286 |
| Median Home Value | $198,200 | ±$10,081 |
| Median Gross Rent | $979 | ±$45 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $64,773 | ±$5,978 |
| Per Capita Income | $39,736 | ±$3,384 |
| Poverty Rate | 17.9% | ±2.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 7,291 | ±1,154 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.1% | ±1.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 18,590 | ±943 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 91.3% | ±2.5% |
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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GUS Population: 104,457 (2024)
ID: 165748
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: JUDGE EXECUTIVE MATTINGLY
PO BOX 1716, OWENSBORO KY 42302
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Owensboro, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Owensboro, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Calhoun, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Owensboro, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Owensboro, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Owensboro, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Owensboro, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Owensboro, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Owensboro, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Owensboro, 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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Owensboro Community and Technical College
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College | 3.2 mi away | 4800 New Hartford Rd, Owensboro, KY, 42303 |
2706864400
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DAVIESS COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 3.2 mi away | 2020 FREDERICA STREET, OWENSBORO, KY, 42301 |
(270) 684-0211
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Brescia University
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College | 3.3 mi away | 717 Frederica St, Owensboro, KY, 42301-3023 |
2706853131
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SPENCER COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.6 mi away | 210 WALNUT STREET, ROCKPORT, IN, 47635 |
(812) 649-4866
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Kentucky Wesleyan College
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College | 3.8 mi away | 3000 Frederica Street, Owensboro, KY, 42301 |
2709263111
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GRANDVIEW BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 12.8 mi away | 403 MAIN STREET, GRANDVIEW, IN, 47615 |
(812) 649-9732
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Ross Medical Education Center-Owensboro
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College Vocational | 4.4 mi away | 410 Southtown Blvd., Suite 6, Owensboro, KY, 42303-7757 |
2706845344
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PARKER BRANCH
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Library | 13.7 mi away | 925 NORTH COUNTY ROAD 900 WEST, HATFIELD, IN, 47617 |
(812) 359-4030
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MARYLEE VOGEL
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Library | 14.6 mi away | 6014 WEST DIVISION STREET, RICHLAND, IN, 47634 |
(812) 349-4146
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LEWISPORT BRANCH
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Library | 15.0 mi away | 400 2ND STREET, LEWISPORT, KY, 42351 |
(270) 295-3765
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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 CALHOUN LOCK 2, KY US, located 19.5 miles from ZCTA5 42303. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42.5° | 26.1° | 34.3° | 3.26" | 0.9" |
| February | 46.7° | 29.5° | 38.1° | 3.63" | 1.3" |
| March | 57.1° | 37.2° | 47.2° | 4.38" | 0.6" |
| April | 68.2° | 46.9° | 57.5° | 4.48" | 0.0" |
| May | 76.8° | 56.8° | 66.8° | 4.59" | 0.0" |
| June | 84.3° | 64.7° | 74.5° | 4.14" | 0.0" |
| July | 87.2° | 67.8° | 77.5° | 4.16" | 0.0" |
| August | 86.5° | 66.5° | 76.5° | 2.89" | 0.0" |
| September | 81.7° | 59.0° | 70.3° | 3.13" | 0.0" |
| October | 70.3° | 47.3° | 58.8° | 3.27" | 0.0" |
| November | 56.5° | 36.3° | 46.4° | 3.37" | 0.0" |
| December | 46.0° | 30.6° | 38.3° | 4.26" | 1.5" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thruston CDP | CDP | 3.0 mi | — |
| Philpot CDP | CDP | 3.2 mi | — |
| Owensboro city | City | 3.5 mi | — |
| Masonville CDP | CDP | 5.9 mi | — |
| Maceo CDP | CDP | 7.6 mi | — |
| Yelvington CDP | CDP | 7.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 42303. • 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.