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ZIP 42240

Pop. 41,415·Christian County·79th most expensive ZIP in Kentucky
Median rent (all units)
$997/mo
Year-over-Year
-6.8%
Month-over-Month
-3.4%
vs US Median
-$968
Falling (Monthly)
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ZIP 42240 · $997
More affordable than 98% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
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Studio
$960
1 BR
$970
2 BR
$1,190
3 BR
$1,650
4 BR+
$2,000
Research median
$1,190/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$11,964/yr
At $997/mo median
Location
StateKY
CountyChristian County
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 6.8% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (-6.8% YoY, -3.4% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 42240 (Hopkinsville, KY) is roughly split between renters and owners, has a large share of families with children, has a median income below the national average, 21.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
41,415
Median income
$51,534
Median age
35.1
Renters
46.8%
Age distribution
25.7%
24.2%
21.5%
17.1%
Under 1825.7%
18–3424.2%
35–5421.5%
55–6411.5%
65+17.1%
Gender
48.5%
51.5%
Male48.5%
Female51.5%
Race & ethnicity
67.1%
22.2%
White67.1%
Black22.2%
Hispanic4.9%
Asian0.8%
Other5%
Education (25+)
13.8%
32.9%
31.8%
21.5%
No HS diploma13.8%
HS diploma32.9%
Some college31.8%
Bachelor's+21.5%
Housing tenure
53.2%
46.8%
Owner53.2%
Renter46.8%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 42240 in Hopkinsville, KY has changed in 5 years

Income
$43,747 → $51,534
up 17.8%
Population
41,318 → 41,415
up 0.2%
Renter share
46.7% → 46.8%
+0.1 pts
Bachelor's+
19.2% → 21.5%
+2.3 pts
Median age
36.5 → 35.1
-1.4 yrs

Household income in the area moved from $43,747 to $51,534 across the same window, up 17.8% versus 2021. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 19.2% to 21.5% across the same window.

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About renting in ZIP 42240

Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 42240 covers Hopkinsville, KY. The median rent here is $997/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $970/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $1,190/mo.

At 23% of local median household income ($51,534/yr), ZIP 42240 ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 6.8% over the past year.

FAQ

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How much is rent in ZIP code 42240?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 42240 (Hopkinsville, KY) is $997. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 42240 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 42240's median rent of $997/mo is $968 (49%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 42240 compare to other ZIPs in Kentucky?

ZIP 42240 is among the more affordable ZIP codes in Kentucky, ranking #79 out of 83 ZIPs at $997/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 42240?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $40,000/year (~$19/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $997/mo in ZIP 42240. The local median household income is $51,534/yr, meaning the typical household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 42240?

Rent in ZIP 42240 has decreased 6.8% over the past year as of July 20, 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

Is ZIP 42240 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 42240 is considered very affordable for renters. At $997/mo, rent takes approximately 23% of the local median household income ($51,534/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 42240 falls comfortably within that range.

What percentage of ZIP 42240 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 46.8% of ZIP 42240 households are renters, while 53.2% are owner-occupied. ZIP 42240 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 42240 compare to the rest of Hopkinsville?

ZIP 42240 sits right at the Hopkinsville citywide median of $997/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 42240 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 42240 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
23%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $997/mo, rent takes ~23% of ZIP 42240's median household income ($51,534/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 42240 23%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4%
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