42171 — Smiths Grove, KY Home Values
Typical home value $261,910 as of June 2026 · 7th of 19 in Bowling Green, KY
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 42171, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 42171 compares in the Bowling Green, KY area
ZIP code 42171 (Smiths Grove, KY) has a typical home value of $261,910 as of June 2026, ranking 7th of 19 ZIP codes tracked in the Bowling Green, KY area, more expensive than about 68% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved +1.2% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +39.5%, from $187,726 in June 2021 to $261,910 in June 2026.
Every figure above is observed Zillow data. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level; see the Bowling Green, KY forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Bowling Green.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 42171 has a population of 7,189, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 93.4% White, 2.9% two or more races, 2.1% Black or African American, 0.8% Hispanic or Latino, 0.6% Asian, and 0.2% American Indian or Alaska Native.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| North Warren Elementary | 420 College St, Smiths Grove, KY | 2.2 mi |
| Oakland Elementary | 2494 Church St., Oakland, KY | 4.2 mi |
| South Edmonson Elementary School | 1058 Chalybeate School Rd, Smiths Grove, KY | 7.2 mi |
Distance is straight-line from the ZIP code's center; driving distance will be longer. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm which school a specific address is zoned for with the local school district. Source: National Center for Education Statistics.
Frequently asked questions
What is the typical home value in ZIP code 42171?
$261,910 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 42171 an expensive ZIP code in the Bowling Green, KY area?
42171 ranks 7th of 19 ZIP codes in the Bowling Green, KY area by typical home value, more expensive than about 68% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 42171 changed over the past year?
+1.2% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
What is the population of ZIP code 42171?
7,189, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 42171?
North Warren Elementary (2.2 mi), Oakland Elementary (4.2 mi), South Edmonson Elementary School (7.2 mi), by straight-line distance from the ZIP code's center. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm assignment with the local school district.
Is this page showing a forecast for 42171?
No. Every number on this page is observed Zillow data as of June 2026, not a forecast. Sialim's forecasting engine runs at the metro level; see the Bowling Green, KY forecast for a modeled outlook.
ZIP-level values shown here are observed Zillow data, not forecasts. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level today; ZIP-level forecasts are planned for Sialim Pro. Data © Zillow, via Zillow Research.