ZIP Code 42740 in Glendale, KY

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Glendale, Kentucky
County:Hardin County
Timezone:Eastern (GMT -05:00)
Local Time:11:48:04 PM
Population:1,878 [See All]
Area Codes:270 / 364
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:37.5881, -85.9458
Land Area:31.091 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 42740 has 1,878 residents and 740 households (average 2.54 persons per household). The median age is 46.0 years, older than the state (39.4) and significantly older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 50.4% male and 49.6% female, which is slightly higher than the national male share (49.1%). Largest groups are White (91.2%, much higher than the state average of 82.4% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Black or African American (2.0%, much lower than the national average of 12.4%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 1.5%, which is much lower than the national average (18.7%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2020 Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC) and U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.
2020 Population:1,878Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:1,938Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:1,986Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:60.4 people per sq mile
Average Income:$85,372Source: Census ACS
Households:740Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$182,700Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.54Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:2.80Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--1,8901,9751,8331,7031,6221,6721,6601,8382,0692,3722,2272,1571,938
Decennial Census1,973------------------1,878------
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP05. DEMOGRAPHIC AND HOUSING ESTIMATES

Population by Age & Gender (Total, Male, Female)


Median Age: 46

Male Median Age: 45.3

Female Median Age: 47.4

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male425772703630385469698285607752251316
Female5046726036364058414471931007444321420
Total9210314413072667811211011315317816015196572736
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:1,71394.75%
Black:372.05%
Hispanic:*291.60%
Asian:150.83%
American Indian:30.17%
Hawaiian:00%
Other:110.61%
Total:1,808100%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)
* NOTE: Hispanic or Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. This means individuals who identify as Hispanic will also be included in one of the race categories (such as White or Black). As a result, the totals shown here may exceed 100% when Hispanic is displayed alongside racial groups.

Gender Breakdown


GenderCount%Median Age
Males:94750.43%45.3 years
Females:93149.57%47.4 years
Total:1,878100%46.0 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:1,92799.43%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:90.46%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:00.00%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:20.10%
Total Population:1,938100%
Total Native Population:1,93699.90%
Total Foreign-born Population:20.10%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS
Note: Nativity and Citizenship derived from American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates. Total Population listed here will not match official ZIP Code population totals, which are based on the Decennial Census.

Income & Employment


In 2023, the Median household income is $85,372, which is markedly greater than the state median ($62,417), is up $29,931 (54.0%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $30,809. Family households earn a median of $95,265 versus $45,060 for nonfamily households (a difference of $50,205). By gender, male median income is $49,719 and female is $56,250, which is much higher than the state female median ($45,769), with a current gap of $6,531 that has narrowed from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 69.9%, which is markedly above the state rate (59.6%). The unemployment rate is 1.2%, which is far lower than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Service (35.4%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02, DP03, DP04 and DP05.

Median Income Over Time (Household, Family, Nonfamily, Male, Female)


Income Type2011201220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Household Income$55,441$59,097$57,692$66,553$69,569$70,550$59,297$57,212$54,563$71,442$70,881$81,458$85,372
Median Family Income$64,853$67,656$66,791$71,589$78,229$81,250$72,868$60,083$55,052$72,944$73,618$84,802$95,265
Median NonFamily Income$31,429$27,422$15,982$27,167$41,563$42,407$53,722$57,056$0$0$44,375$43,098$45,060
Median Male Income$46,083$46,400$46,917$48,163$48,297$47,824$48,357$41,458$35,469$41,238$41,458$46,954$49,719
Median Female Income$31,152$31,750$50,141$32,083$31,250$31,515$30,275$30,583$37,328$46,875$47,250$58,953$56,250
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income


Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment Status


Employed:1,11566.09%
Unemployed:140.83%
Not In Labor Force:55833.08%
Total:1,687100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment by Occupation (Civilian Employed Population, 16 and Over)


Management, business, science, and arts:32729.33%
Service:39535.43%
Sales and Office:1008.97%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:1079.60%
Production, transportation, and material moving:18616.68%
Total Civilian Employed Population:1,115100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Housing & Affordability


In 2023, the median home value is $182,700, which is well under the national median ($303,400), is up $42,300 (30.13%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $33,500. The median gross rent is $776, which is far less than the national median ($1,348), is up $149 (23.76%) since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $44. Of occupied housing, owners make up 74.08% (43.07% with a mortgage, 56.93% free-and-clear) and renters 25.92% - making this ZIP Code more home ownership than the state and under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 12.23%, which is considerably higher than the national rate (10.43%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Table DP03, SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Median Home Value (Comparison)


Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Home Value Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Home Value$140,400$166,700$156,600$136,700$128,900$141,600$137,300$136,000$149,200$145,400$147,700$169,200$182,700
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:00.00%
$500 to $999:15975.00%
$1,000 to $1,499:3918.40%
$1,500 to $1,999:00.00%
$2,000 to $2,499:00.00%
$2,500 to $2,999:00.00%
$3,000 or more:00.00%
No Rent:146.60%
Total:212100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Gross Rent Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Rent$627$602$531$542$918$911$798$846$820$658$730$749$776
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):26131.91%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):34542.18%
Renter Occupied:21225.92%
Total Occupied Housing Units:818100%

Occupied Housing Units:81887.77%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):11412.23%
Total Housing Units:932100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Type (Single-Family, Multi-Family, Other)


Single-Family Units:68373.28%
Multi-Family Units:859.12%
Other Units:16417.60%
Total Housing Units:932100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 18.20% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is far lower than the national rate (35.00%). High school or higher is 87.60%, which is comparable to the national rate (89.40%). The uninsured rate is 2.40%, which is far lower than the national rate (8.60%). Private coverage is 83.40%, which is notably higher than the state rate (63.30%). Public coverage is 23.90%, which is generally lower than the state rate (44.40%). The share of people in poverty is 0.00%, which is markedly below the state rate (11.80%), down 8.30 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 13.90 percentage points. This points to a pronounced improvement in local conditions - rising incomes, firmer consumer demand, and a stronger tax base. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is high school (64.91%). College enrollment is 10.53%, which is far lower than the national rate (26.70%), indicating the community may be more oriented toward vocational/trade or direct-to-workforce opportunities.

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02 and DP03.

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)


Less than 9th grade:714.93%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:1087.50%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):54437.78%
Some college, no degree:16211.25%
Associate's degree:29320.35%
Bachelor's degree:17412.08%
Graduate or professional degree:886.11%
Total:1,440100%
High school or higher:1,26187.57%
Bachelor's degree or higher:26218.19%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Health Insurance Coverage by Type (Private, Public, Uninsured)


Private Insurance:1,57476.04%
Public Insurance:45121.79%
No Insurance:452.17%
Total:2,070100%
Has Health Insurance:2,02597.83%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2023)


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
% of People in Poverty8.3%5.6%8.7%6.7%6.3%7.3%11.9%14.9%13.9%11.6%10.5%7.0%0.0%
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Note: Counts of Families & People in poverty are not published at the ZIP Code level due to small sample sizes. Percentages shown are survey estimates from the American Community Survey (ACS). They may differ from official poverty statistics. The U.S. Census Bureau defines poverty status by comparing a family's or individual's total income with federal poverty thresholds that vary by family size and composition.

School Enrollment by Education Level (Ages 3 and Older)


Nursery School, Preschool:72.46%
Kindergarten:124.21%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):5117.89%
High school (grades 9-12):18564.91%
College or graduate school:3010.53%
Total:285100%
Early Childhood:196.67%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):24887.02%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 42740 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 38 business establishments, employing about 449 people with an annual payroll of $24,493,000. USPS data shows 782 residential mailboxes and 22 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:782Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:22Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:865Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:683Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:0Source: USPS
# of Businesses:38Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$3,304,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$24,493,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:449Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 42740 is located in Hardin County, Kentucky, within the Elizabethtown, KY Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 21060) and Kentucky's 2nd Congressional District. This Metro area has a population of 126,480 people, about 1.48% of whom live in ZIP Code 42740. It covers 31.091 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.497 sq mi.

CBSA Name:Elizabethtown, KYSource: Census
CBSA Number:21060Source: Census
CBSA Type:MetroSource: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:126,480Source: Census
MSA:Source: Census
Land Area:31.091 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:0.497 sq miSource: Census
Congressional District:02Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:7177.44 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:Source: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:--Source: Census
Place Name:--Source: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


42741 | | 42733

Schools in ZIP Code 42740


We could not locate which school district 42740 belongs to, but we will update this once new district data is released. There are no public schools nor private schools with a mailing address in this ZIP Code. Listing Nearby schools instead. It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.

Lakewood Elementary School 265 Learning Place Ln
Cecilia, KY 42724
District: Hardin County School DistrictNearby
West Hardin Middle School 10471 Leitchfield Rd
Cecilia, KY 42724
District: Hardin County School DistrictNearby
Cecilia Valley Elementary School 931 E. Main St.
Cecilia, KY 42724
District: Hardin County School DistrictNearby
Creekside Elementary School 151 Horseshoe Bend Rd
Sonora, KY 42776
District: Hardin County School DistrictNearby
Central Hardin High School 3040 Leitchfield Rd
Cecilia, KY 42724
District: Hardin County School DistrictNearby
St James Catholic School 401 Robinbrooke Blvd
Elizabethtown, KY 42701
District: Private SchoolNearby
Heartland Montessori School 583 Pine Valley Dr
Elizabethtown, KY 42701
District: Private SchoolNearby
St Paul Catholic Elementary 1812 Saint Paul Rd
Leitchfield, KY 42754
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 42740


Elizabethtown Community And Technical College 600 College Street Rd
Elizabethtown, KY 42701-3081
Type: Post Secondary
Empire Beauty School-Elizabethtown 554 Westport Road
Elizabethtown, KY 42701
Type: Post Secondary
Campbellsville University 1 University Dr
Campbellsville, KY 42718-2799
Type: Post Secondary
American College Of Barbering 11320 North Preston Highway
Louisville, KY 40229-2862
Type: Post Secondary
Pj's College Of Cosmetology-Glasgow 920 Happy Valley Road
Glasgow, KY 42141
Type: Post Secondary
Empire Beauty School-Dixie 5120 Dixie Highway
Louisville, KY 40216
Type: Post Secondary

Sources & References


Our sources include trusted federal and licensed data from the United States Postal Service, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Geological Survey, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and the National Center for Education Statistics, along with proprietary datasets created by ZIP-Codes.com. Data last updated on October 1, 2025.

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    • U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates (ACS) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census Business Patterns (CBD) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census American National Standards Institute (ANSI) [Updated: As Released]
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