Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 38.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.26 |
| Below Poverty | 14.7% ▲ 47% above avg |
| College Grads | 38.1% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 4.5% ▼ 8% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 608 (0.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 21,820 (33.2%) |
| Some College | 9,413 (14.3%) |
| Associates | 8,876 (13.5%) |
| Bachelors | 8,021 (12.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 17,032 (25.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $64,595 ▼ 15% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $185,089 ▼ 34% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $900/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 45,221 |
| Vacant Units | 3,108 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Daviess County is located in Kentucky and encompasses 11 ZIP codes spanning 8 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 105,150 residents. With a median age of 38.82, it is a middle-aged county.
Daviess County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $64,595 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.5%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 14.7% is above the national average.
Housing in Daviess County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $185,089 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $899. Homeownership rates are high at 67.3%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Daviess County are primarily White (85.71%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 38.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Daviess County, KY is a solidly middle-class area in Kentucky. The 11 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 42355 | Maceo | 1,514 | $50,720 | $131,600 | $781 | 9.3% | 21.8% |
| 42301 | Owensboro | 45,399 | $62,010 | $180,600 | $883 | 4.7% | 38.6% |
| 42303 | Owensboro | 42,038 | $63,010 | $183,400 | $941 | 4.2% | 38.2% |
| 42366 | Philpot | 5,408 | $80,053 | $217,700 | $895 | 4.2% | 36.5% |
| 42376 | Utica | 6,800 | $78,365 | $213,500 | $797 | 3.2% | 37.9% |
| 42378 | Whitesville | 3,810 | $71,892 | $181,500 | $888 | 6.2% | 35.8% |