ZIP 42021 — Economy & Jobs

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2019–2023 5-Year Estimates. Page data updated 2026-08-02.

Working ClassLow Snow Area

Income, employment, industries, and economic trends

Income & Economy in Arlington city, KY (42021)

Median Income

$56,932

*Adjusted for inflation (2023 dollars)

IRS Net Migration

+44

Wealth inflow

Population

1,190

Unemployment

9.2%

5.5pp above US avg

IRS migration statistics show a net inflow of about 44 for ZIP 42021 (Arlington city, KY) on US5’s published series — a signal of people/tax filers moving in relative to those leaving. Inflows often track job growth, housing demand, or lifestyle migration; treat the figure as a directional indicator rather than a precise headcount.

Economic Indicators

Unemployment

9.2%+148% vs US avg

Self-Employed

0.0%

SNAP Benefits

8.3%-29% vs US avg

Establishments

Employees

~5 per establishment — small businesses dominate

Manufacturing

Top Industry

Economic Distributions

Census ACS 5-Year (P0): occupation, industry, household income brackets.

Occupation

Industry

Agriculture, forestry, mining4.7%
Construction13.5%
Manufacturing23.1%
Wholesale trade3.1%
Retail trade11.7%
Transportation, utilities6.3%
Finance, insurance, real estate2.9%
Professional, scientific, management3.1%
Education, health care, social21.8%
Arts, entertainment, food services4.0%
Other services1.1%
Public administration4.5%

Household Income

Historical Trends in 42021 (2020–Present)

Since 2020, population declined 20.4%, median income rose 46.4% (inflation-adjusted), home values decreased 9.8%.

Median Income

$56,932

-24% vs US avg

Unemployment Rate