Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.48 |
| Below Poverty | 19.6% ▲ 96% above avg |
| College Grads | 31.2% ▼ 19% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.2% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 854 (2%) |
| HS Graduate | 13,929 (33.2%) |
| Some College | 7,707 (18.4%) |
| Associates | 6,310 (15.1%) |
| Bachelors | 4,747 (11.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 8,379 (20%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $51,539 ▼ 32% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $157,243 ▼ 44% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $835/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 33,191 |
| Vacant Units | 6,709 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Pulaski County is located in Kentucky and encompasses 11 ZIP codes spanning 9 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 66,565 residents. With a median age of 42.73, it is a middle-aged county.
Pulaski County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $51,539 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.2%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 19.6% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Pulaski County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $157,243 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $835. Homeownership rates are high at 72.0%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Pulaski County are primarily White (92.78%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 31.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Pulaski County, KY is a working-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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 42518 | Bronston | 2,946 | $52,472 | $132,300 | $838 | 3.9% | 33.4% |
| 42519 | Burnside | 2,800 | $48,313 | $113,500 | $839 | 9.8% | 18.0% |
| 42567 | Eubank | 5,150 | $48,571 | $106,100 | $788 | 6.6% | 25.6% |
| 42533 | Ferguson | 897 | $35,893 | $115,000 | $758 | 9.4% | 23.9% |
| 42544 | Nancy | 5,731 | $55,379 | $157,700 | $727 | 3.0% | 33.8% |
| 42553 | Science Hill | 5,962 | $52,031 | $138,400 | $906 | 8.3% | 23.6% |
| 42501 | Somerset | 17,441 | $49,449 | $131,400 | $808 | 3.8% | 29.9% |
| 42503 | Somerset | 25,638 | $53,377 | $198,500 | $873 | 5.1% | 35.9% |