Zip Code 42122

KY · Population: 5,385

B+
75/100
74
B+
Safety
88
A
Affordability
75
B+
Quality of Life
63
B
Jobs
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About Zip Code 42122

Zip code 42122 is located in Kentucky and is home to approximately 5,385 residents. It receives an overall grade of B+ (score: 75/100), 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 $105,012 and home values around $249,400, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

About 38.8% of adults have a college degree, roughly in line with national averages.

Unemployment stands at 3.1%, which is near the national average.

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
$105,012
Home Value
$249,400
Rent
—
Median Age
42
College Educated
38.8%
Unemployment
3.1%
Owner-Occupied
92.9%
Rent Burden
—

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety74B+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability88ALower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life75B+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy63BLower unemployment = higher
Overall75B+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).