| ZIP Code | 42451 |
|---|---|
| City | Reed |
| State | Kentucky (KY) |
| County | Henderson County |
| Area Code | 270/364 |
| Elevation | 373 ft |
| Latitude | 37.884533 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -87.390707 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 21101 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 28.4 yrs ↑ 17% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.91 |
| Below Poverty | 40.4% ▲ 304% above avg |
| College Grads | 8.7% ▼ 78% below avg |
| Unemployment | 0.0% ▼ 100% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 105 (45.5%) |
| Some College | 96 (41.6%) |
| Associates | 10 (4.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 20 (8.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $56,667 ▼ 26% below avg ↑ 64% since 2019 |
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| Total Units | 154 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.91 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 154 |
|---|---|
| Owner Occupied | 61.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 38.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.91 |
ZIP code 42451 is located in Reed, Kentucky, within Henderson County. With a population of 448, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a young community — the median age is 28.4 years. Economically, 42451 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $56,667 is below the national average.
The population of 42451 is primarily White (100.00%). Residents are less-educated — 8.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is well below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 40.4%. Household income has grown by 64% since 2019.
As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 74%.
Overall, ZIP code 42451 in Reed, KY is characterized as solidly middle-class, less-educated, a young community, and predominantly owner-occupied.