Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.0 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.37 |
| Below Poverty | 13.3% ▲ 33% above avg |
| College Grads | 31.4% ▼ 19% below avg |
| Unemployment | 3.8% ▼ 22% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 202 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 6,858 (32.4%) |
| Some College | 3,764 (17.8%) |
| Associates | 3,719 (17.5%) |
| Bachelors | 1,991 (9.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,660 (22%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $63,483 ▼ 17% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $173,524 ▼ 38% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $763/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 16,188 |
| Vacant Units | 3,278 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Marshall County is located in Kentucky and encompasses 4 ZIP codes spanning 4 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 31,153 residents. With a median age of 45, it is a mature county.
Marshall County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $63,482 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 13.3% is above the national average.
Housing in Marshall County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $173,524 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $762. Homeownership rates are high at 81.7%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Marshall County are primarily White (95.61%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 31.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Marshall County, KY is a solidly middle-class area in Kentucky. The 4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 42025 | Benton | 19,238 | $66,919 | $172,800 | $782 | 4.3% | 31.7% |
| 42029 | Calvert City | 5,733 | $62,067 | $145,100 | $765 | 3.0% | 34.2% |
| 42044 | Gilbertsville | 4,344 | $59,432 | $237,400 | $674 | 3.6% | 26.2% |
| 42048 | Hardin | 1,838 | $41,507 | $118,800 | $760 | 1.5% | 31.1% |