NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 42001

KY · Population: 30,634

B+
76/100
77
B+
Safety
70
B+
Affordability
73
B+
Quality of Life
84
A
Jobs
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About Zip Code 42001

Zip code 42001 is located in Kentucky and is home to approximately 30,634 residents. It receives an overall grade of B+ (score: 76/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

Crime rates here are below the national average, suggesting a relatively safe community.

With a median household income of $62,956 and home values around $203,900, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

About 35.4% of adults have a college degree, roughly in line with national averages.

The local job market is strong, with an unemployment rate of just 2.4%.

Scores are percentile-based: a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that dimension. Data is sourced from the US Census Bureau (ACS 5-year estimates) and the FBI Uniform Crime Report.

Demographics & Economics

Median Income
$62,956
Home Value
$203,900
Rent
$898/mo
Median Age
42
College Educated
35.4%
Unemployment
2.4%
Owner-Occupied
62%
Rent Burden
17.1% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety77B+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability70B+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life73B+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy84ALower unemployment = higher
Overall76B+Weighted average

Methodology

All scores are percentile-based (0–100): a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that metric. Safety uses FBI Uniform Crime Report state-level data (Phase 2 will add zip-level granularity). Economic and demographic data is from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates (2022).