| ZIP Code | 42071 |
|---|---|
| City | Murray |
| State | Kentucky (KY) |
| County | Calloway County |
| Area Code | 270/364 |
| Elevation | 498 ft |
| Latitude | 36.619748 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -88.280465 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 21035 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 33.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.31 |
| Below Poverty | 16.4% ▲ 64% above avg |
| College Grads | 43.3% ▲ 12% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.3% ▼ 13% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 221 (1.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,570 (27.1%) |
| Some College | 2,242 (13.3%) |
| Associates | 2,531 (15%) |
| Bachelors | 1,273 (7.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,024 (35.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $48,976 ▼ 36% below avg ↑ 19% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $188,700 ▼ 32% below avg ↑ 34% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $841/mo ↑ 19% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 14,174 |
| Vacant Units | 2,187 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.31 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 14,174 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 2,187 |
| Owner Occupied | 60.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 40.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.31 |
ZIP code 42071 is located in Murray, Kentucky, within Calloway County. With a population of 30,750, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 33.6 years. Economically, 42071 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $48,976 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 42071 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $188,700 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $841 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (60.0%) and renters (40.0%). Median home values have increased by 34% since 2019.
The population of 42071 is primarily White (86.91%). Residents are well-educated — 43.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 16.4%. Household income has grown by 19% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 42071 stands at 4.3%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 75%.
Overall, ZIP code 42071 in Murray, KY is characterized as working-class, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 30,750 residents, a median household income of $48,976, and a median home value of $188,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Kentucky.