42501 — Somerset, KY Home Values
Typical home value $161,527 as of June 2026 · 6th of 8 in Somerset, KY
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 42501, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 42501 compares in the Somerset, KY area
ZIP code 42501 (Somerset, KY) has a typical home value of $161,527 as of June 2026, ranking 6th of 8 ZIP codes tracked in the Somerset, KY area, more expensive than about 38% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved -2.6% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +6.4%, from $151,853 in June 2021 to $161,527 in June 2026.
Every figure above is observed Zillow data. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level; see the Somerset, KY forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Somerset.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 42501 has a population of 17,441, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 92.2% White, 2.5% two or more races, 2.5% Hispanic or Latino, 2.1% Black or African American, 0.6% Asian, and 0.2% American Indian or Alaska Native.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Shopville Elementary School | 10 Shopville Rd., Somerset, KY | 7.4 mi |
| Meece Middle School | 210 Barnett St, Somerset, KY | 8.4 mi |
| Eagle Academy | 300 Chandler St, Somerset, KY | 8.5 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 42501?
$161,527 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 42501 an expensive ZIP code in the Somerset, KY area?
42501 ranks 6th of 8 ZIP codes in the Somerset, KY area by typical home value, more expensive than about 38% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 42501 changed over the past year?
-2.6% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
What is the population of ZIP code 42501?
17,441, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 42501?
Shopville Elementary School (7.4 mi), Meece Middle School (8.4 mi), Eagle Academy (8.5 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 42501?
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 Somerset, 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.