| ZIP Code | 42055 |
|---|---|
| City | Kuttawa |
| State | Kentucky (KY) |
| County | Lyon County |
| Area Code | 270/364 |
| Elevation | 352 ft |
| Latitude | 37.075222 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -88.174049 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 21143 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 60.7 yrs ↑ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.15 |
| Below Poverty | 8.3% ▼ 18% below avg |
| College Grads | 27.7% ▼ 28% below avg |
| Unemployment | 6.9% ▲ 41% above avg |
| HS Graduate | 720 (38.8%) |
| Some College | 265 (14.3%) |
| Associates | 356 (19.2%) |
| Bachelors | 127 (6.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 387 (20.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $67,396 ▼ 12% below avg ↑ 26% since 2019 |
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| Median Home Value | $150,000 ▼ 46% below avg ↑ 62% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $688/mo ↑ 4% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,658 |
| Vacant Units | 547 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.15 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,658 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 547 |
| Owner Occupied | 87.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 12.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.15 |
ZIP code 42055 is located in Kuttawa, Kentucky, within Lyon County. With a population of 2,496, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 60.7 years. Economically, 42055 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $67,396 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 42055 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $150,000 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $688 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 87.9% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 62% since 2019.
The population of 42055 is primarily White (88.86%). Residents are moderately educated — 27.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.3%. Household income has grown by 26% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 42055 stands at 6.9%, which is above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 88%.
Overall, ZIP code 42055 in Kuttawa, KY is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 2,496 residents, a median household income of $67,396, and a median home value of $150,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Kentucky.