Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.31 |
| Below Poverty | 16.0% ▲ 60% above avg |
| College Grads | 41.7% ▲ 8% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.4% ▼ 11% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 249 (1.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 6,221 (29.2%) |
| Some College | 2,826 (13.3%) |
| Associates | 3,187 (15%) |
| Bachelors | 1,690 (7.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 7,121 (33.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $51,443 ▼ 33% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $183,251 ▼ 34% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $820/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 17,842 |
| Vacant Units | 2,905 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Calloway County is located in Kentucky and encompasses 6 ZIP codes spanning 6 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 37,518 residents. With a median age of 35.36, it is a relatively young county.
Calloway County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $51,443 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.4%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 16.0% is above the national average.
Housing in Calloway County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $183,251 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $820. Homeownership rates are high at 63.4%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Calloway County are primarily White (87.65%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 41.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Calloway County, KY is a working-class area in Kentucky. The 6 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 42020 | Almo | 2,215 | $65,893 | $185,300 | $490 | 0.2% | 42.9% |
| 42036 | Dexter | 1,289 | $95,482 | $119,300 | — | 4.6% | 14.5% |
| 42049 | Hazel | 1,386 | $48,482 | $157,400 | $739 | 5.9% | 31.8% |
| 42054 | Kirksey | 793 | $57,065 | $154,200 | $1,072 | 15.6% | 50.8% |
| 42071 | Murray | 30,750 | $48,976 | $188,700 | $841 | 4.3% | 43.3% |
| 42076 | New Concord | 1,085 | $39,226 | $154,900 | — | 4.2% | 31.8% |