ZIP Code 42214 - Center Kentucky
Overview
ZIP Code 42214 is located in Center Kentucky. 42214 is primarily within Metcalfe County, with some portions in Green County. Regionally, 42214 is located in the Bowling Green Area.
ZIP Code 42214 Quick Stats
| ZIP Code Name | Center |
| Primary County | Metcalfe County |
| ZIP Code Type | Standard |
| Population (2022) | 542 |
| Area Code(s) | 270 / 364 |
| Current Time | CDT |
ZIP Code 42214 Map
42214 Demographics
The majority race/ethnicity residing in 42214 is White. The current unemployment level in 42214 is 4.6%.
| Population | 542 |
| Population Growth Rate | 9.57% |
| Population Density | 25 People per Square Mile |
| Total Households | 312 |
| Percentage High Income Households | 2.9% |
| Average Adjusted Gross Income (2021) | $126,570 |
| Current Unemployment Rate (May 2026) | 4.6% |
| Sales Tax Rate (2025) | 6% |
| Majority Race/Ethnicity | White - 90.14% |
42214 Race/Ethnicity Breakdown
| Race/Ethnicity | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| White | 503 | 90.14% |
| Black | 0 | 0% |
| Hispanic | 46 | 8.24% |
| Asian | 9 | 1.61% |
| Native American | 0 | 0% |
| Hawaiian/Pac. Islander | 0 | 0% |
42214 Educational Attainment Levels
| Highest Education Level | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Less Than 1 Year of College | 51 | 10.32% |
| Bachelor Degree | 36 | 7.29% |
| High School Diploma | 294 | 59.51% |
| No High School Diploma | 0 | 0% |
| GED or Alternate | 12 | 2.43% |
| 1 or More Years of College | 72 | 14.57% |
| Associates Degree | 0 | 0% |
| Masters Degree | 29 | 5.87% |
| Professional Degree | 0 | 0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 0 | 0% |
42214 Geography
| Coordinates | 37.12828445, -85.67815399 |
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| Regions | Bowling Green Area Metro Louisville |
| Metropolitan/Micropolitan Stat Areas | Glasgow, KY Campbellsville, KY |
| Time Zone | Central Daylight Time |
| IANA Timezone | America/Chicago |
| Area | 22 Square Miles |
42214 Schools
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42214 Weather and Climate Data
| Plant Hardiness Zone | Zone 6b: -5F to 0F | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Average First Frost Date | October 11 - 20 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Average Last Frost Date | April 11 - 20 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Koppen-Geiger Climate Zone | Cfa - Humid Subtropical Climate | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Ecoregion | 71e - Western Pennyroyal Karst Plain | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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