Question 1

Is 42071 a safe area?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 42071 in Murray has a crime score of 50/100, which is roughly average for the region. Reported incidents per 1,000 residents track close to the Murray city median. Both violent and property crime fall within the expected range for an urban ZIP code. Reviewing the Full Crime Report for 42071 and checking the local police department's crime mapping tool for current incident patterns before making decisions is recommended.

Question 2

What are the best schools near 42071?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 42071 has a school score of 100/100, based on NCES EdFacts math and reading proficiency data for public schools in and near ZIP 42071. Schools in this area perform significantly above state averages — proficiency rates consistently outpace both the city and national benchmarks. For families prioritizing public school quality, 42071 ranks among the stronger ZIP codes in Murray. Scores reflect SY 2020-21 EdFacts assessment data; individual school performance may vary, and reviewing each school's most recent state report card is recommended.

Question 3

What is the average home price in 42071?

Accepted Answer

The median home sale price in 42071 is approximately $177K, based on recent Zillow Research ZHVI data. This places 42071 near the metro median for comparable neighborhoods. Median rent in 42071 is available in the Full Market Report. Prices fluctuate with market conditions; Zillow data reflects trailing sale prices, not current listing prices.

Question 4

Is 42071 a good place to live?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 42071 has an overall NeighborScore of 67/100, placing it in the moderate range for Murray. The score combines crime rate (40% weight), school quality (35%), and relative property value (25%), each normalized to the metro area. At 67/100, 42071 scores similarly to the middle tier of Murray neighborhoods — neither among the strongest nor the weakest performers. Individual priorities (commute, school age, budget) should guide how much weight you give this composite vs. the component scores.

Murray — ZIP 42071

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School	Grades	Students	Math ↓	Reading
Calloway County High School	09–12	—	—	—
East Calloway Elementary School	KG–05	—	—	—
North Calloway Elementary School	KG–05	—	—	—
Southwest Calloway Elementary School	KG–05	—	—	—
Calloway County Preschool Center	PK–PK	—	—	—
Calloway County Middle School	06–08	—	—	—
Murray Preschool Head Start	PK–PK	—	—	—
Murray Elementary School	PK–03	—	—	—
Murray Middle School	04–08	—	—	—
Murray High School	09–12	—	—	—