ZIP code 42343

The page on USZIP.com for the ZIP code 42343 provides a comprehensive overview of this area in Fordsville, KY. It features a detailed map pinpointing the location and outlines key demographic information such as population size, median age, and household income. The page also includes insights into the local economy, highlighting business environments and employment statistics. Additionally, it offers data on housing, including average home prices and rent costs. Users can find information on nearby schools, public services, and amenities, making it a useful resource for those looking to move to or learn more about the 42343 ZIP code area.

42343 is the zip code for

Fordsville, KY

Total population
1,782
Housing units
853
Land area
(sq. miles)
71.38
Density
(people per sq. mile)
24.96
Water area
(sq. miles)
0.30

Demographic data for zip code 42343

Gender:

Male
902
Female
880
Median age
Male
43.50
Female
43.70
Gender

Households:

Total households
713
Family households
479
Nonfamily households
234
Average household size
2.41
Average family size
2.91
Households

Housing units:

Total housing units
853
Occupied housing units
713
Owner-occupied
575
Renter-occupied
138
Vacant housing units
140
Housing units

Age:

Under 5 years
104
5 to 9 years
99
10 to 14 years
122
15 to 19 years
117
20 to 24 years
88
25 to 34 years
191
35 to 44 years
200
45 to 54 years
290
55 to 59 years
111
60 to 64 years
127
65 to 74 years
190
75 to 84 years
103
85 years and over
40
Median age
43.60
Age

Race:

White
1,739
Hispanic or Latino
23
Black or African American
6
Asian
0
American Indian & Alaska Native
5
Native Hawaiian & Other Pacific Islander
0
Other (One Race)
1
Two or More Races
8
Race
* Based on 2010, 2000 U.S. Census data

Economic data for zip code 42343

Employment status:

Population
(16 years and over)
1,466
Civilian labor force
624
Employed
549
Unemployed
75
Armed Forces
0
Not in labor force
842
Percent Unemployed
12.0%
Employment status

Commuting to work:

Workers
(16 years and over)
541
Car, truck, or van
Drove alone
466
Carpooled
38
Public transportation
(excluding taxicab)
0
Walked
34
Other means
3
Worked at home
0
Mean travel time
29.0 min.
Commuting to work

Occupation:

Civilian employed population
(16 years and over)
549
Management / business / science / arts
65
Service
158
Sales / office
79
Natural resources / construction / maintenance
59
Production / transportation / material moving
188
Occupation

Industry:

Civilian employed population
(16 years and over)
549
Agriculture / forestry / fishing / hunting / mining
21
Construction
30
Manufacturing
167
Wholesale trade
10
Retail trade
43
Transportation / warehousing / utilities
55
Information
0
Finance / insurance / real estate / rental / leasing
3
Professional / scientific / management / administrative / waste management services
53
Educational services / health care / social assistance
71
Arts / entertainment / recreation / accommodation / food services
67
Public administration
0
Other services
29
Industry

Class of worker:

Civilian employed population
(16 years and over)
549
Private wage & salary workers
472
Government workers
55
Self-employed
(in own not incorporated business)
22
Unpaid family workers
0
Class of worker

Income:

Total households
717
Less than $10,000
98
$10,000 to $14,999
64
$15,000 to $24,999
115
$25,000 to $34,999
151
$35,000 to $49,999
113
$50,000 to $74,999
114
$75,000 to $99,999
50
$100,000 to $149,999
0
$150,000 to $199,999
0
$200,000 or more
12
Median household income
$27,342
Mean household income
$50,702
Percentage of people whose income in the past 12 months is below the poverty level
29.4%
Income
* Based on 2007-2011 American Community Survey 5-year estimates

Public schools in 42343

Name & AddressPhone# of studentsFree lunchPupils per teacher
Fordsville Elementary School
359 W Main St
(270) 276-360128317814.2

Public libraries around Fordsville, KY

NameAddress
Hancock County Public Library
240 Court Square
Hawesville, KY 42348
Ohio County Public Library
413 South Main Street
Hartford, KY 42347
Muhlenberg County Public Libraries
117 South Main Street
Greenville, KY 42345

Hospitals and Medical Centers around 42343

NameAddressPhone# of beds
Muhlenberg Community Hospital440 Hopkinsville Street
Greenville, KY 42345
(270) 338-8000135
Ohio County Hospital
1211 Main Street
Hartford, KY 42347
(270) 298-741137
Owensboro Mercy Health System811 East Parrish Avenue
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 688-2000331
Rivervalley Behavioral Hosp
1000 Industrial Drive
Owensboro, KY 42301
(270) 689-650080

Restaurants, dining rooms and coffee shops in 42343

Restaurant nameAddressCuisinePhone
Henrys Cafe864 State Route 54 E
Fordsville, KY 42343
Fast Food270-276-9442

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