ZIP Code 42338, Kentucky
ZIP Code 42338 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 42338 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Ohio County, Kentucky. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 12. The land area covers 3.09 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12 | ±18 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | Suppressed | — | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 7 | ±11 | 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 | 7 | ±11 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 7 | ±11 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 0 | ±13 |
| Median Home Value | Suppressed | — |
| 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 | Suppressed | — |
| Per Capita Income | Data unavailable | — |
| Poverty Rate | 0% | ±108.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 0 | ±13 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±185.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 7 | ±11 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 100% | ±0% |
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: 23,933 (2024)
ID: 165781
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: JUDGE EXECUTIVE
130 E WASHINGTON SUITE 209, HARTFORD KY 42347
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Beaver Dam, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Owensboro, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Owensboro, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Fordsville, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Horse Branch, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Owensboro, KY | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | Hartford, KY | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 08-12 | Hartford, KY | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | Hartford, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Hartford, 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 | 19.7 mi away | 4800 New Hartford Rd, Owensboro, KY, 42303 |
2706864400
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OHIO COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.8 mi away | 413 MAIN STREET, HARTFORD, KY, 42347 |
(270) 298-3790
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Ross Medical Education Center-Owensboro
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College Vocational | 21.5 mi away | 410 Southtown Blvd., Suite 6, Owensboro, KY, 42303-7757 |
2706845344
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OHIO COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.8 mi away | 413 SOUTH MAIN STREET, HARTFORD, KY, 42347 |
(270) 298-3790
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Kentucky Wesleyan College
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College | 22.4 mi away | 3000 Frederica Street, Owensboro, KY, 42301 |
2709263111
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OHIO COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY ANNEX
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Library | 9.8 mi away | 424 MAIN STREET, HARTFORD, KY, 42347 |
(270) 298-3790
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Brescia University
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College | 23.1 mi away | 717 Frederica St, Owensboro, KY, 42301-3023 |
2706853131
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CANEYVILLE SATELLITE BRANCH
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Library | 18.8 mi away | 202 E MAPLE STREET, CANEYVILLE, KY, 42721 |
(270) 259-5455
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MCLEAN COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.6 mi away | 116 EAST SECOND STREET, LIVERMORE, KY, 42352 |
(270) 278-9184
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MCLEAN COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.6 mi away | 116 EAST SECOND STREET, LIVERMORE, KY, 42352 |
(270) 278-9184
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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 BEAVER DAM, KY US, located 9.8 miles from ZCTA5 42338. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43.8° | 24.1° | 34.0° | 3.79" | — |
| February | 48.5° | 26.5° | 37.5° | 4.01" | — |
| March | 57.9° | 34.9° | 46.4° | 5.11" | — |
| April | 69.5° | 45.4° | 57.5° | 5.01" | — |
| May | 77.0° | 55.7° | 66.4° | 5.50" | — |
| June | 84.6° | 63.9° | 74.2° | 4.31" | — |
| July | 87.7° | 67.7° | 77.7° | 4.55" | — |
| August | 87.6° | 65.4° | 76.5° | 3.41" | — |
| September | 81.6° | 57.9° | 69.7° | 3.80" | — |
| October | 70.5° | 45.0° | 57.7° | 4.33" | — |
| November | 57.5° | 35.7° | 46.6° | 3.74" | — |
| December | 47.1° | 28.9° | 38.0° | 4.40" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fordsville city | City | 6.7 mi | — |
| Rosine CDP | CDP | 7.4 mi | — |
| Hartford city | City | 9.0 mi | — |
| Whitesville city | City | 10.0 mi | — |
| Beaver Dam city | City | 11.5 mi | — |
| Pleasant Ridge CDP | CDP | 11.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 42338. • 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.