42301 — Owensboro, KY Home Values
Typical home value $213,183 as of June 2026 · 5th of 15 in Owensboro, KY
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 42301, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 42301 compares in the Owensboro, KY area
ZIP code 42301 (Owensboro, KY) has a typical home value of $213,183 as of June 2026, ranking 5th of 15 ZIP codes tracked in the Owensboro, KY area, more expensive than about 73% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved +2.7% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +36.8%, from $155,836 in June 2021 to $213,183 in June 2026. Against observed rent, the typical home here sells for 14.9× the annual rent ($1,189/mo), a common way to gauge whether buying looks cheap relative to renting in this ZIP code.
Every figure above is observed Zillow data. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level; see the Owensboro, KY forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Owensboro.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 42301 has a population of 45,399, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 83.6% White, 6.7% Black or African American, 3.6% two or more races, 3% Hispanic or Latino, 2.6% Asian, 0.3% another race, and 0.1% American Indian or Alaska Native.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| West Louisville Elementary School | 8400 HWY 56, Owensboro, KY | 1.6 mi |
| Sorgho Elementary School | 5390 KY Hwy 56, Owensboro, KY | 3.3 mi |
| Audubon Elementary School | 300 Worthington Road, Owensboro, KY | 5 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 42301?
$213,183 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 42301 an expensive ZIP code in the Owensboro, KY area?
42301 ranks 5th of 15 ZIP codes in the Owensboro, KY area by typical home value, more expensive than about 73% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 42301 changed over the past year?
+2.7% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
Is it cheaper to buy or rent in ZIP code 42301?
The typical home price is 14.9× the observed annual rent in this ZIP code ($1,189/mo). Lower multiples favor buying over renting, all else equal.
What is the population of ZIP code 42301?
45,399, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 42301?
West Louisville Elementary School (1.6 mi), Sorgho Elementary School (3.3 mi), Audubon Elementary School (5 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 42301?
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 Owensboro, 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.