ZIP Code 42003: Paducah, Kentucky
Paducah, KY uses ZIP code 42003, which falls within McCracken County, Kentucky. Its reference point is at latitude 37.0368 and longitude -88.5934 (37°02'12.5"N 88°35'36.2"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 42003
Paducah, KY has 3 ZIP codes in our directory. Besides 42003, they include 42001, 42002.
Across McCracken County there are 5 ZIP codes listed, and Kentucky has 1,160 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 42001 in Paducah, KY, about 4.3 mi to the northwest.
| ZIP code | 42003 |
|---|---|
| City | Paducah |
| County | McCracken County |
| State | Kentucky (KY) |
| Latitude | 37.0368 |
| Longitude | -88.5934 |
| DMS | 37°02'12.5"N 88°35'36.2"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 42001 (Paducah, 4.3 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 42003
Map centered on 37.0368, -88.5934. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
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ZIP Codes Near 42003
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 42003, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 42003, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Ledbetter, KY (7.2 mi east), Boaz, KY (7.6 mi south) and Brookport, IL (8.8 mi north). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Ledbetter, KY – 7.2 mi east
- Boaz, KY – 7.6 mi south
- Brookport, IL – 8.8 mi north
- West Paducah, KY – 10 mi northwest
- Symsonia, KY – 10 mi southeast
- Calvert City, KY – 12 mi east
- Melber, KY – 12 mi southwest
- Metropolis, IL – 12 mi northwest
- Hickory, KY – 14 mi south
- Lovelaceville, KY – 14 mi west
Schools Near Paducah, KY
If you are moving to ZIP code 42003, check the school district serving Paducah and McCracken County to confirm which public schools serve your street address.
Searching nearby communities such as Ledbetter and Boaz can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 42003.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Use the map above to explore green space around Paducah. Zoom out to look for larger parks and nature areas beyond the ZIP code 42003 area.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Paducah, KY can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 42003 may also use facilities in nearby Ledbetter, Boaz and Brookport.
Shopping and Dining in Paducah
For places to eat and shop near Paducah, KY, the searches below show up-to-date listings around ZIP code 42003.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Paducah, Kentucky can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 42003.
To research local history, try searching for McCracken County records and archives along with the name Paducah.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 42003, Ledbetter lies about 7.2 mi to the east, Boaz lies about 7.6 mi to the south, Brookport lies about 8.8 mi to the north, West Paducah lies about 10 mi to the northwest and Symsonia lies about 10 mi to the southeast. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Paducah show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 42003
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Greetings from Paducah, Kentucky, Gateway to the Great Kentucky Lake, Largest Man-Made Lake in the World - Large Letter…”): Steve Shook from Moscow, Idaho, USA, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Video: “Paducah, KY (Kentucky) ᐈ Things to do | Best Places to Visit | Paducah Travel Guide 4K” by Tripoyer, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
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