Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.55 |
| Below Poverty | 13.8% ▲ 38% above avg |
| College Grads | 26.0% ▼ 33% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.3% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 194 (2.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,216 (39.4%) |
| Some College | 1,385 (17%) |
| Associates | 1,275 (15.6%) |
| Bachelors | 898 (11%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,197 (14.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $58,303 ▼ 24% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $109,955 ▼ 61% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $786/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 6,038 |
| Vacant Units | 789 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Webster County is located in Kentucky and encompasses 7 ZIP codes spanning 7 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 13,422 residents. With a median age of 39.1, it is a middle-aged county.
Webster County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $58,303 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.3%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 13.8% is above the national average.
Housing in Webster County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $109,955 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $785. Homeownership rates are high at 71.9%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Webster County are primarily White (87.07%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 26.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Webster County, KY is a solidly middle-class area in Kentucky. The 7 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 42404 | Clay | 2,268 | $51,750 | $106,800 | $757 | 5.3% | 30.5% |
| 42409 | Dixon | 2,319 | $55,739 | $141,100 | $734 | 9.1% | 25.0% |
| 42450 | Providence | 3,589 | $53,533 | $74,900 | $632 | 4.9% | 23.2% |
| 42455 | Sebree | 3,703 | $67,806 | $108,000 | $910 | 4.2% | 27.3% |
| 42456 | Slaughters | 1,423 | $61,577 | $161,100 | $980 | 3.2% | 24.3% |
| 42463 | Wheatcroft | 120 | $42,321 | $70,000 | $783 | 0.0% | 26.7% |