ZIP Code 42782 in Summersville, KY

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Summersville, Kentucky
Counties:Green County[Primary]
Hart County
Timezone:Central (GMT -06:00)
Local Time:10:48:32 PM
Population:821 [See All]
Area Codes:270 / 364
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:37.3411, -85.6324
Land Area:33.315 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 42782 has 821 residents and 339 households (average 2.42 persons per household). The median age is 43.7 years, older than the state (39.4) and older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 49.6% male and 50.4% female, which is about the same as the national male share (49.1%). Largest groups are White (92.1%, much higher than the state average of 82.4% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (1.8%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 1.8%, 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:821Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:838Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:1,057Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:24.6 people per sq mile
Average Income:$41,000Source: Census ACS
Households:339Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$89,800Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.42Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:2.63Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--1,0089741,0731,1281,0669459871,001968721735933838
Decennial Census953------------------821------
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: 43.7

Male Median Age: 45.6

Female Median Age: 41.6

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male1526123624161820333125234936201661
Female2618283816251522361733242335827158
Total41444074404133426948584772712843219
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:75694.38%
Black:111.37%
Hispanic:*151.87%
Asian:40.50%
American Indian:20.25%
Hawaiian:00%
Other:131.62%
Total:801100%
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:40749.57%45.6 years
Females:41450.43%41.6 years
Total:821100%43.7 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:838100.00%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:00.00%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:00.00%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:00.00%
Total Population:838100%
Total Native Population:838100.00%
Total Foreign-born Population:00.00%
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 $41,000, which is well under the national median ($78,538), is up $13,685 (50.1%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $6,125. Family households earn a median of $60,833 versus $37,679 for nonfamily households (a difference of $23,154). By gender, male median income is $36,944 and female is $49,318, which is far above the state female median ($45,769), with a current gap of $12,374 that has narrowed from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 41.7%, which is considerably lower than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 4.1%, which is lower than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Service (28.1%).

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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$27,315$24,091$26,776$29,943$35,278$40,278$37,386$37,404$34,875$39,896$43,594$62,829$41,000
Median Family Income$51,053$29,740$29,728$43,235$44,688$55,066$57,850$63,810$65,288$72,981$69,722$75,729$60,833
Median NonFamily Income$8,750$4,592$4,268$5,536$13,684$13,988$16,875$19,766$23,818$23,162$25,625$0$37,679
Median Male Income$35,565$25,800$26,974$31,761$36,250$38,750$38,309$39,327$38,011$40,694$34,904$45,339$36,944
Median Female Income$21,681$23,000$22,038$21,250$22,361$23,107$25,125$31,932$35,461$38,000$42,760$45,529$49,318
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:28140.03%
Unemployed:121.71%
Not In Labor Force:40958.26%
Total:702100%
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:6623.49%
Service:7928.11%
Sales and Office:113.91%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:7325.98%
Production, transportation, and material moving:5218.51%
Total Civilian Employed Population:281100%
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 $89,800, which is much lower than the national median ($303,400), is up $27,000 (42.99%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $38,500. The median gross rent is $610, which is far less than the national median ($1,348), and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $2. Of occupied housing, owners make up 81.07% (57.84% with a mortgage, 42.16% free-and-clear) and renters 18.93% - making this ZIP Code more home ownership than the state and under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 24.68%, which is markedly above 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$62,800$53,600$62,500$74,300$71,100$74,900$81,300$90,900$51,300$94,200$69,600$79,000$89,800
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:1014.93%
$500 to $999:1217.91%
$1,000 to $1,499:00.00%
$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:4567.16%
Total:67100%
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$0$0$0$0$0$568$618$618$612$620$427$493$610
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):16646.89%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):12134.18%
Renter Occupied:6718.93%
Total Occupied Housing Units:354100%

Occupied Housing Units:35475.32%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):11624.68%
Total Housing Units:470100%
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:28961.49%
Multi-Family Units:00.00%
Other Units:18138.51%
Total Housing Units:470100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 13.30% 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 79.70%, which is comparable to the national rate (89.40%). The uninsured rate is 9.70%, which is on par with the state rate (5.90%). Private coverage is 34.80%, which is falls below the national rate (67.30%). Public coverage is 62.50%, which is far higher than the national rate (36.30%). The share of people in poverty is 13.30%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.70%), down 2.30 percentage points since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 2.10 percentage points. This suggests a positive shift in the local economic and social landscape - higher incomes, steadier consumer demand, and a strengthening tax base. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (64.58%). College enrollment is 35.42%, which is on par with the state rate (23.80%), meaning the community mirrors broader higher-education participation.

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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:537.85%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:8412.44%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):33048.89%
Some college, no degree:9113.48%
Associate's degree:274.00%
Bachelor's degree:548.00%
Graduate or professional degree:365.33%
Total:675100%
High school or higher:53879.70%
Bachelor's degree or higher:9013.33%
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:29232.55%
Public Insurance:52458.42%
No Insurance:819.03%
Total:897100%
Has Health Insurance:81690.97%
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 Poverty15.6%18.8%17.5%10.8%17.8%14.2%12.2%9.9%11.2%3.3%2.7%11.6%13.3%
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:00.00%
Kindergarten:00.00%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):9364.58%
High school (grades 9-12):00.00%
College or graduate school:5135.42%
Total:144100%
Early Childhood:00.00%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):9364.58%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 42782 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 14 business establishments, employing about 23 people with an annual payroll of $859,000. USPS data shows 437 residential mailboxes and 4 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:437Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:4Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:522Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:437Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:0Source: USPS
# of Businesses:14Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$149,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$859,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:23Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 42782 is located in Green County, Kentucky, within the Campbellsville, KY Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 15820) and Kentucky's 2nd Congressional District. This Micro area has a population of 37,483 people, about 2.19% of whom live in ZIP Code 42782. It covers 33.315 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.442 sq mi.

CBSA Name:Campbellsville, KYSource: Census
CBSA Number:15820Source: Census
CBSA Type:MicroSource: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:37,483Source: Census
MSA:Source: Census
Land Area:33.315 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:0.442 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:2174604Source: Census
Place Name:Summersville CDP; KentuckySource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


42784 | | 42776

Schools in ZIP Code 42782


We could not locate which school district 42782 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.

Green County Intermediate School 401 East Hodgenville Ave
Greensburg, KY 42743
District: Green County School DistrictNearby
Green County Primary School 100 Kids Korner
Greensburg, KY 42743
District: Green County School DistrictNearby
Green County Area Technology Center 102 Carlisle Ave
Greensburg, KY 42743
District: UnknownNearby
Green County High School 302 Brummal Ave
Greensburg, KY 42743
District: Green County School DistrictNearby
Green County Middle School 106 Brummal Ave
Greensburg, KY 42743
District: Green County School DistrictNearby
Kentucky Christian Academy 2046 Old Columbia Rd
Campbellsville, KY 42718
District: Private SchoolNearby
Campbellsville Christian Church Ctr For Education 302 Lebanon Ave
Campbellsville, KY 42718
District: Private SchoolNearby
St Ann School 7500 Howardstown Rd
New Haven, KY 40051
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 42782


Campbellsville University 1 University Dr
Campbellsville, KY 42718-2799
Type: Post Secondary
Lindsey Wilson College 210 Lindsey Wilson St
Columbia, KY 42728-1223
Type: Post Secondary
Pj's College Of Cosmetology-Glasgow 920 Happy Valley Road
Glasgow, KY 42141
Type: Post Secondary
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
Ross Medical Education Center-Bowling Green 1751 Scottsville Rd Ste 1
Bowling Green, KY 42104
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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