NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 42701

KY · Population: 52,618

B
68/100
79
B+
Safety
73
B+
Affordability
67
B
Quality of Life
53
C+
Jobs
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About Zip Code 42701

Zip code 42701 is located in Kentucky and is home to approximately 52,618 residents. It receives an overall grade of B (score: 68/100), 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 $65,070 and home values around $214,500, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 28.3% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The unemployment rate of 6.2% is above the national average, indicating a weaker local job market.

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
$65,070
Home Value
$214,500
Rent
$882/mo
Median Age
39
College Educated
28.3%
Unemployment
6.2%
Owner-Occupied
61.7%
Rent Burden
16.3% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety79B+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability73B+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life67BEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy53C+Lower unemployment = higher
Overall68BWeighted 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).