Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 31.0 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.78 |
| Below Poverty | 15.4% ▲ 54% above avg |
| College Grads | 34.6% ▼ 11% below avg |
| Unemployment | 6.4% ▲ 30% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 352 (0.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 11,744 (29.9%) |
| Some College | 6,135 (15.6%) |
| Associates | 7,515 (19.1%) |
| Bachelors | 4,801 (12.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 8,766 (22.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $55,352 ▼ 27% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $178,206 ▼ 36% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,081/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 30,819 |
| Vacant Units | 3,661 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Christian County is located in Kentucky and encompasses 10 ZIP codes spanning 9 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 79,440 residents. With a median age of 31.03, it is a relatively young county.
Christian County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $55,352 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 6.4%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 15.4% is above the national average.
Housing in Christian County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $178,206 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,080.
The residents of Christian County are majority White (63.84%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 34.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Christian County, KY is a solidly middle-class area in Kentucky. The 10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 42217 | Crofton | 3,739 | $60,655 | $130,200 | $858 | 5.0% | 29.0% |
| 42223 | Fort Campbell | 19,261 | $64,525 | $266,400 | $1,553 | 2.5% | 37.7% |
| 42232 | Gracey | 1,052 | $84,250 | $167,400 | — | 2.2% | 47.5% |
| 42236 | Herndon | 853 | $70,893 | $119,700 | $858 | 2.7% | 40.9% |
| 42240 | Hopkinsville | 41,510 | $49,872 | $147,400 | $866 | 7.7% | 35.6% |
| 42254 | La Fayette | 176 | $50,833 | $108,300 | $950 | 0.0% | 13.8% |
| 42262 | Oak Grove | 9,646 | $49,898 | $146,500 | $1,224 | 10.2% | 25.0% |
| 42266 | Pembroke | 3,203 | $68,068 | $221,600 | $918 | 5.7% | 33.4% |