ZIP 42420 — 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 Henderson city, KY (42420)

Median Income

$56,661

*Adjusted for inflation (2023 dollars)

IRS Net Migration

+1,435

Wealth inflow

Population

38,434

Unemployment

3.0%

0.7pp below US avg

IRS migration statistics show a net inflow of about 1,435 for ZIP 42420 (Henderson 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

3.0%-18% vs US avg

Self-Employed

3.6%-41% vs US avg

SNAP Benefits

15.0%+28% vs US avg

850

Establishments

13,143

Employees

~15 per establishment — small businesses dominate

Manufacturing

Top Industry

Economic Distributions

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

Occupation

Industry

Agriculture, forestry, mining1.3%
Construction7.4%
Manufacturing18.0%
Wholesale trade1.8%
Retail trade11.2%
Transportation, utilities7.9%
Information0.9%
Finance, insurance, real estate5.1%
Professional, scientific, management6.7%
Education, health care, social22.5%
Arts, entertainment, food services8.8%
Other services4.3%
Public administration4.1%

Household Income

Historical Trends in 42420 (2020–Present)

Since 2020, population grew 0.7%, median income fell 1.0% (inflation-adjusted), home values increased 6.8%.

Median Income

$56,661

-25% vs US avg

Unemployment Rate