42553 — Science Hill, KY Home Values
Typical home value $193,963 as of June 2026 · 3rd of 8 in Somerset, KY
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 42553, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 42553 compares in the Somerset, KY area
ZIP code 42553 (Science Hill, KY) has a typical home value of $193,963 as of June 2026, ranking 3rd of 8 ZIP codes tracked in the Somerset, KY area, more expensive than about 75% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved -3.0% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +14.0%, from $170,175 in June 2021 to $193,963 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 42553 has a population of 5,962, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 96.7% White, 1.7% Hispanic or Latino, and 1.6% two or more races.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Science Hill Elementary School | 6007 N Hwy 27, Science Hill, KY | 3.9 mi |
| Pulaski Elementary School | 107 W University Dr, Somerset, KY | 6.7 mi |
| Northern Middle School | 650 Oak Leaf Lane, Somerset, KY | 6.8 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 42553?
$193,963 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 42553 an expensive ZIP code in the Somerset, KY area?
42553 ranks 3rd of 8 ZIP codes in the Somerset, KY area by typical home value, more expensive than about 75% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 42553 changed over the past year?
-3.0% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
What is the population of ZIP code 42553?
5,962, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 42553?
Science Hill Elementary School (3.9 mi), Pulaski Elementary School (6.7 mi), Northern Middle School (6.8 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 42553?
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.