| ZIP Code | 42240 |
|---|---|
| City | Hopkinsville |
| State | Kentucky (KY) |
| County | Christian County |
| Area Code | 270/364 |
| Elevation | 644 ft |
| Latitude | 36.880212 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -87.46306 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 21047 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.4 yrs ↓ 6% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.44 |
| Below Poverty | 18.9% ▲ 89% above avg |
| College Grads | 35.6% ▼ 8% below avg |
| Unemployment | 7.7% ▲ 57% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 159 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 7,098 (30.9%) |
| Some College | 3,847 (16.7%) |
| Associates | 3,706 (16.1%) |
| Bachelors | 2,732 (11.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,440 (23.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $49,872 ▼ 35% below avg ↑ 16% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $147,400 ▼ 47% below avg ↑ 23% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $866/mo ↑ 18% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 18,663 |
| Vacant Units | 2,303 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.44 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 18,663 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 2,303 |
| Owner Occupied | 55.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 44.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.44 |
ZIP code 42240 is located in Hopkinsville, Kentucky, within Christian County. With a population of 41,510, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 35.4 years. Economically, 42240 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $49,872 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 42240 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $147,400 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $866 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (55.6%) and renters (44.4%). Median home values have increased by 23% since 2019.
The population of 42240 is majority White (64.88%). Residents are moderately educated — 35.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 18.9%. Household income has grown by 16% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 42240 stands at 7.7%, which is significantly above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 86%.
Overall, ZIP code 42240 in Hopkinsville, KY is characterized as working-class, moderately educated, and a relatively young community. With 41,510 residents, a median household income of $49,872, and a median home value of $147,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Kentucky.