ZIP Code 42642, Kentucky
ZIP Code 42642 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 42642 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Adair County / Casey County / Pulaski County / Russell County, Kentucky. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 13,459. The land area covers 140.24 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 13,459 | ±724 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 38.9 yrs | ±2.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 5,535 | ±300 | 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 | 6,700 | ±304 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 5,535 | ±300 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,165 | ±265 |
| Median Home Value | $152,600 | ±$21,761 |
| Median Gross Rent | $691 | ±$54 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $52,633 | ±$9,102 |
| Per Capita Income | $27,917 | ±$2,563 |
| Poverty Rate | 21.1% | ±4.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 2,787 | ±623 |
| Unemployment Rate | 7% | ±3.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 5,776 | ±473 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 82.6% | ±3.5% |
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: 19,239 (2024)
ID: 165733
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
424 PUBLIC SQ, STE 1, COLUMBIA KY 42728-1477
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | 05-12 | Columbia, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Jamestown, KY | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 08-12 | Russell Springs, KY | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 08-12 | Monticello, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Russell Springs, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Russell Springs, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Russell Springs, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Russell Springs, KY | |
| 6 Nearby | 2-17 | LIBERTY, KY | |
| 5 Nearby | 6-13 | LIBERTY, 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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Lindsey Wilson College
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College | 14.9 mi away | 210 Lindsey Wilson St, Columbia, KY, 42728-1223 |
2703842126
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RUSSELL COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.0 mi away | 535 NORTH MAIN STREET, JAMESTOWN, KY, 42629 |
(270) 343-7323
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Somerset Community College
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College | 23.0 mi away | 808 Monticello Street, Somerset, KY, 42501-2973 |
8776299722
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ADAIR COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.4 mi away | 307 GREENSBURG STREET, COLUMBIA, KY, 42728 |
(270) 384-2472
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ADAIR COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.4 mi away | 307 GREENSBURG STREET, COLUMBIA, KY, 42728 |
(270) 384-2472
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NANCY BRANCH
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Library | 16.2 mi away | 9241 W HIGHWAY 80, NANCY, KY, 42544 |
(606) 636-4241
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WAYNE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.6 mi away | 157 ROLLING HILLS BLVD, MONTICELLO, KY, 42633 |
(606) 348-8565
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WAYNE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.6 mi away | 157 ROLLING HILLS BLVD, MONTICELLO, KY, 42633 |
(606) 348-8565
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CASEY COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 18.6 mi away | 238 MIDDLEBURG STREET, LIBERTY, KY, 42539 |
(606) 787-9381
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CASEY COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 18.6 mi away | 238 MIDDLEBURG STREET, LIBERTY, KY, 42539 |
(606) 787-9381
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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 JAMESTOWN WWTP, KY US, located 3.9 miles from ZCTA5 42642. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43.5° | 24.5° | 34.0° | 5.48" | 1.1" |
| February | 48.1° | 26.9° | 37.5° | 4.57" | 2.8" |
| March | 57.2° | 33.8° | 45.5° | 5.36" | 1.0" |
| April | 67.5° | 42.2° | 54.8° | 5.12" | 0.0" |
| May | 75.4° | 53.0° | 64.2° | 5.41" | 0.0" |
| June | 82.6° | 61.1° | 71.9° | 4.97" | 0.0" |
| July | 85.6° | 65.2° | 75.4° | 5.09" | 0.0" |
| August | 84.8° | 63.5° | 74.2° | 4.19" | 0.0" |
| September | 79.4° | 56.0° | 67.7° | 4.64" | 0.0" |
| October | 68.9° | 44.5° | 56.7° | 3.14" | 0.0" |
| November | 56.7° | 33.5° | 45.1° | 4.01" | 0.0" |
| December | 47.4° | 29.0° | 38.2° | 5.04" | 0.0" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Russell Springs city | City | 2.6 mi | — |
| Jamestown city | City | 5.0 mi | — |
| Columbia city | City | 15.3 mi | — |
| Monticello city | City | 18.2 mi | — |
| Liberty city | City | 18.8 mi | — |
| Burnside city | City | 22.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 42642. • 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.