ZIP code 42553

The page on USZIP.com for the ZIP code 42553 provides a comprehensive overview of this area in Science Hill, 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 42553 ZIP code area.

42553 is the zip code for

Science Hill, KY

Total population
5,284▲
Housing units
2,294▲
Land area
(sq. miles)
62.23
Density
(people per sq. mile)
84.91▲
Water area
(sq. miles)
0.77

Demographic data for zip code 42553

Gender:

Male
2,645▲
Female
2,639▲
Median age
Male
37.50
Female
39.60
Gender

Households:

Total households
2,042▲
Family households
1,528▲
Nonfamily households
514▲
Average household size
2.57▲
Average family size
2.96▲
Households

Housing units:

Total housing units
2,294▲
Occupied housing units
2,042▲
Owner-occupied
1,656▲
Renter-occupied
386▲
Vacant housing units
252▲
Housing units

Age:

Under 5 years
358▲
5 to 9 years
392▲
10 to 14 years
335▲
15 to 19 years
360▲
20 to 24 years
280▲
25 to 34 years
688▲
35 to 44 years
714▲
45 to 54 years
720▲
55 to 59 years
360▲
60 to 64 years
347▲
65 to 74 years
466▲
75 to 84 years
204▲
85 years and over
60▲
Median age
38.50▲
Age

Race:

White
5,113
Hispanic or Latino
97
Black or African American
23
Asian
5
American Indian & Alaska Native
4
Native Hawaiian & Other Pacific Islander
3
Other (One Race)
0
Two or More Races
39
Race
* Based on 2010, 2000 U.S. Census data

Economic data for zip code 42553

Employment status:

Population
(16 years and over)
3,703
Civilian labor force
2,260
Employed
2,184
Unemployed
76
Armed Forces
0
Not in labor force
1,443
Percent Unemployed
3.4%
Employment status

Commuting to work:

Workers
(16 years and over)
2,163
Car, truck, or van
Drove alone
1,862
Carpooled
191
Public transportation
(excluding taxicab)
0
Walked
12
Other means
43
Worked at home
55
Mean travel time
24.2 min.
Commuting to work

Occupation:

Civilian employed population
(16 years and over)
2,184
Management / business / science / arts
566
Service
472
Sales / office
617
Natural resources / construction / maintenance
196
Production / transportation / material moving
333
Occupation

Industry:

Civilian employed population
(16 years and over)
2,184
Agriculture / forestry / fishing / hunting / mining
49
Construction
188
Manufacturing
341
Wholesale trade
31
Retail trade
350
Transportation / warehousing / utilities
102
Information
14
Finance / insurance / real estate / rental / leasing
56
Professional / scientific / management / administrative / waste management services
77
Educational services / health care / social assistance
616
Arts / entertainment / recreation / accommodation / food services
139
Public administration
78
Other services
143
Industry

Class of worker:

Civilian employed population
(16 years and over)
2,184
Private wage & salary workers
1,624
Government workers
448
Self-employed
(in own not incorporated business)
102
Unpaid family workers
10
Class of worker

Income:

Total households
1,930
Less than $10,000
286
$10,000 to $14,999
112
$15,000 to $24,999
266
$25,000 to $34,999
295
$35,000 to $49,999
307
$50,000 to $74,999
408
$75,000 to $99,999
170
$100,000 to $149,999
62
$150,000 to $199,999
2
$200,000 or more
22
Median household income
$35,288
Mean household income
$43,072
Percentage of people whose income in the past 12 months is below the poverty level
15.8%
Income
* Based on 2007-2011 American Community Survey 5-year estimates

Public schools in 42553

Name & AddressPhone# of studentsFree lunchPupils per teacher
Science Hill Elementary School
6007 N Hwy 27		(606) 423-334146617615.5
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Hospitals and Medical Centers around 42553

NameAddressPhone# of beds
Lake Cumberland Regional Hosp
305 Langdon Street
Somerset, KY 42501		(606) 679-7441227
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Crime Rates in Science Hill, KY

Crime rates in Science Hill, KY:

Total
5
Violent Crime
0
Murder & Manslaughter
0
Forcible Rape
0
Robbery
0
Aggravated Assault
0
Property Crime
5
Burglary
3
Larceny & Theft
1
Motor Vehicle Theft
1
Arson
0
Science Hill, KY

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