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Bloomfield, Kentucky

Bloomfield is a home rule–class city in Nelson County, Kentucky, in the United States. The population was 838 during the 2010 U.S. census. Former names of the city included Middlesburg and Gandertown.

History
The community on the east fork of Simpson Creek originally grew up on sites purchased from Leven Powell's 2000 acre land grant, which he received from the state of Virginia in 1779 and surveyed in 1781. The community on the east bank of the creek was known as Middlesburg when its first post office opened in 1803; the west bank was known as Gandertown from its sport of "ganderpulling". Dr. John Bemiss of Rochester, New York, had settled in the area in 1799; in 1817, he laid out the town and renamed it Bloomfield, supposedly after his wife's maiden name (Bloomer) and his daughter's married name (Merrifield). The post office adopted this name the next year, but, according to the state's Land Office, the town was still formally incorporated under the name Middlesburg in 1819.

Bloomfield's economy has always been agriculturally based, but there was a flour mill and a tobacco auction house in the 19th century. The Newell B. McClaskey House and plantation was built in 1835, and is now listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The McClaskey family had owned over 700 acres of land in the area at one time.

The public library was established in 1916 by the local Woman's Club.

Geography
Bloomfield is located on the East Fork of Simpson Creek (part of the Salt River watershed). It is concentrated around the intersection of US 62, KY 55 and KY 48, 9 mi northeast of Bardstown, and about 20 mi southeast of Louisville. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.3 sqmi, of which 1.3 sqmi is land and 0.78% is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2020, there were 961 people, 460 households, and 272 families residing in the city. The population density was 755 PD/sqmi. There were 384 housing units at an average density of 291.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 89.3% White (88.1% non-Hispanic), 8.6% African American, 0.48% Asian, 0.72% from other races, and 0.95% from two or more races. Hispanics or Latinos of any race were 2.0% of the population. No one in the city identified exclusively as a Native American or Pacific Islander.

There were 334 households, out of which 35.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.8% were married couples living together, 14.4% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.7% had a male householder with no wife present, and 31.1% were non-families. 28.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.51 and the average family size was 3.04.

The age distribution was 27.2% under 18, 6.8% from 18 to 24, 22.8% from 25 to 44, 26.6% from 45 to 64, and 16.6% who were 65 or older. The median age was 38.5 years. For every 100 females, there were 97.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 84.8 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $50,938, and the median income for a family was $51,528. Full-time male workers had a median income of $46,944 versus $26,510 for females. The per capita income for the city was $20,279. About 18.1% of families and 18.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 34.7% of those under age 18 and 10.2% of those age 65 or over.

Education
There are two public schools, Bloomfield Elementary School and Bloomfield Middle School; there are two schools now closed: the former Bloomfield High School and Eli H Brown Elementary school, both now privately owned. Eli Brown was a black-only school during segregation.

Bloomfield has a lending library, a branch of the Nelson County Public Library.

The Library features several public computers, a kids program with multiple activities for teens and children, and lots of decor, furniture, and books. There are computers for teens and adults as well as computers for toddlers with games, and tablets with games.

Notable residents

 * Jereboam Beauchamp criminal who inspired Politian by Edgar Allan Poe.
 * Jerry Bruckheimer and Linda Bruckheimer; film and television producer who own several historic buildings downtown.
 * James Guthrie, state representative, Secretary of the Treasury, senator, & president of the L&N Railroad
 * Stith Thompson, American folklore scholar

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Fairfield, Kentucky

Fairfield is a home rule-class city in Nelson County, Kentucky, in the United States. The population was 113 at the 2010 census.

History
Originally known as Turkey Town, Fairfield was established by the state assembly in 1818 and incorporated as a city in 1870.

Geography
Fairfield is approximately five miles northwest of Bloomfield, northeast of Bardstown, and about 35 mi southeast of Louisville. Roads entering Fairfield include Kentucky Route 48 (Main Street), Kentucky Route 652 (Little Union Road), Murrays Run Road and Wilkerson Road. Kentucky State Route 509 meets 48 a half-mile west of town. It lies in the upper drainage of East Fork Cox Creek, a tributary of the Salt River.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.29 sqmi.

Demographics
As of the 2000 census, there were 72 people, 27 households, and 23 families residing in the city. The population density was 248.3 PD/sqmi. There were 32 housing units at an average density of 110.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 88.89% White and 11.11% African American.

There were 27 households, out of which 40.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 59.3% were married couples living together, 25.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 14.8% were non-families. 14.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.63 and the average family size was 2.83.

In the city the population was spread out, with 25.0% under the age of 18, 8.3% from 18 to 24, 31.9% from 25 to 44, 20.8% from 45 to 64, and 13.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 89.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 86.2 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $19,375, and the median income for a family was $26,250. Males had a median income of $58,750 versus $0 for females. The per capita income for the city was $17,181. None of the population and none of the families were below the poverty line.

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New Haven, Kentucky

New Haven is a home rule-class city in Nelson County, Kentucky, United States. The population was 855 at the 2010 census.

Geography
New Haven is located adjacent to the Nelson-Larue county line at the intersection of US Route 31E and Kentucky Route 52. Rolling Fork flows past the west side of the community. Bardstown is approximately 12 miles to the northeast on route 31E.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.6 sqmi, all land.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 849 people, 341 households, and 243 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,523.0 PD/sqmi. There were 355 housing units at an average density of 636.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.53% White, 1.06% African American, 0.24% Asian, 0.47% from other races, and 0.71% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.18% of the population.

There were 341 households, out of which 34.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 46.0% were married couples living together, 20.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 28.7% were non-families. 26.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.49 and the average family size was 2.95.

In the city the population was spread out, with 27.1% under the age of 18, 8.7% from 18 to 24, 29.1% from 25 to 44, 19.3% from 45 to 64, and 15.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 35 years. For every 100 females, there were 92.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 82.6 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $29,886, and the median income for a family was $37,875. Males had a median income of $28,456 versus $20,809 for females. The per capita income for the city was $15,284. About 17.2% of families and 18.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 25.7% of those under age 18 and 8.7% of those age 65 or over.

Education
New Haven has a lending library, a branch of the Nelson County Public Library.

Arts and culture

 * The Abbey of Our Lady of Gethsemani - Home of the monk Thomas Merton
 * Kentucky Railway Museum - Houses "Old 152", the official steam locomotive of Kentucky

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Carlisle, Kentucky

Carlisle is a home rule-class city in Nicholas County, Kentucky, United States. The population was 2,010 at the 2010 census. It is the county seat of Nicholas County. It is located at the junction of Kentucky Route 32 and Kentucky Route 36, about halfway between Lexington and Maysville.

History
Carlisle was founded in 1816 when John Kincart donated land to facilitate the relocation of the county seat from Ellisville, 5 mi to the north.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, Carlisle has a total area of 1.3 sqmi, all land.

Demographics
As of the census of 2010, there were 2,010 people, 892 households, and 546 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,499.7 PD/sqmi. There were 1,040 housing units at an average density of 768.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.10% White, 0.8% African American, 0.3% Asian, 0.3% from other races, and 1.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.3% of the population.

There were 892 households, out of which 25.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 42.3% were married couples living together, 13.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 38.8% were non-families. 35% of all households were made up of individuals, and 37.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.25 and the average family size was 2.88.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 24.4% under the age of 19, 5.0% from 20 to 24, 24.3% from 25 to 44, 25.5% from 45 to 64, and 20.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42.3 years. For every 100 females, there were 81.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 79.2 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $34,112, and the median income for a family was $42,664.

Education
 Public Schools:

• Nicholas County Elementary School

• Nicholas County Middle School

• Nicholas County High School

 Private Schools:

• New Beginnings Christian Academy

 Public Library:

Carlisle has a lending library, a branch of the Nicholas County Public Library.

Notable people

 * Betty Blake, Steamboat preservationist.
 * Daniel Boone, pioneer, folk hero
 * Gatewood Galbraith, political activist
 * Bela M. Hughes, pioneer
 * Barbara Kingsolver, writer
 * Robert T. McCowan, Ashland Oil Vice Chairman and UK Board Director
 * Thomas Metcalfe, moved to a farm in Carlisle

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Beaver Dam, Kentucky

Beaver Dam is a home rule-class city in Ohio County, Kentucky, in the United States. The population was 3,409 at the 2010 census, and it is the most populous community in the county. It is named for the Beaver Dam Baptist Church which predates the town by several decades. The city was formally incorporated by the state assembly in 1873.

Geography
Beaver Dam is located at 37.40722°N, -86.87778°W (37.407143, -86.877752).

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 2.5 sqmi, all land.

Beaver Dam is located at the junction of U.S. Routes 62 and 231.

Climate
The climate in this area is characterized by hot, humid summers and generally mild to cool winters. According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Beaver Dam has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 3,033 people, 1,297 households, and 889 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,200.9 PD/sqmi. There were 1,411 housing units at an average density of 558.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 93.11% White, 3.43% African American, 0.16% Native American, 0.26% Asian, 0.07% Pacific Islander, 1.71% from other races, and 1.25% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.57% of the population.

There were 1,297 households, out of which 29.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.6% were married couples living together, 14.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 31.4% were non-families. 29.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.33 and the average family size was 2.84.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 23.2% under the age of 18, 9.3% from 18 to 24, 25.6% from 25 to 44, 24.2% from 45 to 64, and 17.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 88.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 85.2 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $28,066, and the median income for a family was $35,518. Males had a median income of $30,326 versus $17,955 for females. The per capita income for the city was $16,575. About 17.6% of families and 22.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 33.6% of those under age 18 and 15.3% of those age 65 or over.

Notable people

 * Ray Chapman - only MLB player ever killed in a game
 * The Crabb Family - a Southern Gospel family group

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Centertown, Kentucky

Centertown is a home rule-class city in Ohio County, Kentucky, in the United States. The population was 423 at the 2010 census.

History
Incorporated in 1890, the city is named for its location between Hartford and the Green River shipping port of Point Pleasant.

Geography
Centertown is located at 37.41667°N, -86.99528°W (37.416771, -86.995243). The city is concentrated along a merged stretch of Kentucky Routes 69 and 85 northeast of Central City. The two highways converge just west of the city, with KY 85 approaching from Island to the northwest, and diverge just east of the city, with KY 69 continuing eastward to Hartford, and KY 85 veering southward to join US 62 near Rockport.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.3 sqmi, all land.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 416 people, 164 households, and 126 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,357.0 PD/sqmi. There were 181 housing units at an average density of 590.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 99.76% White, and 0.24% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.68% of the population.

There were 164 households, out of which 31.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 59.8% were married couples living together, 14.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 22.6% were non-families. 18.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.54 and the average family size was 2.88.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 23.6% under the age of 18, 13.0% from 18 to 24, 25.5% from 25 to 44, 23.8% from 45 to 64, and 14.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 33 years. For every 100 females, there were 102.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 98.8 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $31,250, and the median income for a family was $37,946. Males had a median income of $22,500 versus $18,750 for females. The per capita income for the city was $13,018. About 15.4% of families and 17.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 27.5% of those under age 18 and 13.5% of those age 65 or over.

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Fordsville, Kentucky

Fordsville is a home rule-class city in Ohio County, Kentucky, in the United States. The population was 524 at the 2010 census.

History
Settled c. 1830, the town is named for early merchant and probable founder Elisha Ford. It was formally incorporated by the state assembly in 1886.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.5 sqmi, all land.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 531 people, 200 households, and 121 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,111.5 PD/sqmi. There were 227 housing units at an average density of 475.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 99.62% White, 0.19% African American, and 0.19% from two or more races.

There were 200 households, out of which 29.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 43.0% were married couples living together, 14.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 39.5% were non-families. 36.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 22.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.31 and the average family size was 3.04.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 22.2% under the age of 18, 8.5% from 18 to 24, 21.3% from 25 to 44, 18.6% from 45 to 64, and 29.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 43 years. For every 100 females, there were 81.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 74.3 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $17,273, and the median income for a family was $22,917. Males had a median income of $27,679 versus $17,917 for females. The per capita income for the city was $14,740. About 25.2% of families and 25.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 29.6% of those under age 18 and 20.9% of those age 65 or over.

Event of interest

 * The Fordsville Tug-of-War Championship - Kentucky's official tug-of-war championship
 * Fordsvile Days- A yearly fair that has been going on for 25+ years

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Hartford, Kentucky

Hartford is a home rule-class city in Ohio County, Kentucky, in the United States. It is the seat of its county. The population was 2,668 at the 2020 census. The town slogan, "Home of 2,000 happy people and a few soreheads", welcomes visitors when they enter the community. The Hartford, Kentucky website explains that "soreheads are community-minded, progressive citizens who work to promote civic pride".

History
The town was initially part of a 4000-acre grant from Virginia to Gabriel Madison. The area was surveyed in 1782 and settled before 1790. Fort Hartford (also known as Hartford Station) grew up around the head of navigation on the Rough River, which the bridge crossing that river is called the Fort Hartford Bridge. About the town, It initially faced Indian attacks but was named the seat of Ohio County the year after its formation in 1798 in exchange for a grant of land from Mr. Madison. The post office was established as Hartford Court House in 1801 and the settlement was formally incorporated by the state assembly in 1808.

An account written in the early 1800s by a William Smithers relates that he and several other settlers helped build "a fort at Hartford on Rough Creek" in 1782–83, which local tradition asserts was the first permanent settlement in Ohio County and the entire lower Green River Valley. It is believed to have consisted of a stockade and small log buildings on the bluff above the Rough River now occupied by Hartford's water plant. Although many believe the town's name refers to a ford on the Rough River (a large tributary of the Green River then known as Rough Creek), and an early settler who operated a ferry there, the name's origin remains uncertain.

The town's second courthouse was burned during the Civil War by Confederate Gen. Hylan B. Lyon on December 20, 1864.

The town was finally connected to the L&N network in 1909.

Downtown Historic District of Hartford
The Downtown Hartford Historic District consists of 18 locations occupying the courthouse square, approximately two blocks on Main St. and E. Union St. north of the square, and three properties immediately south and east of the courthouse. All except one location, a circa 1870 brick house, are commercial and institutional buildings representing three architecturally distinct periods: the late nineteenth to early twentieth century, 1920 to 1930, and the late 1930s to early 1940s. The earliest group of commercial buildings includes the district's only two constructed of wood; in addition, four are of masonry construction, including two with cast iron fronts. Among the five buildings representing the decade ending in 1930, one dates to the late nineteenth century but had its main façade reconstructed in the 1920s. From the late Depression years, two buildings were private endeavors and three were the result of a federally sponsored public works program. Most of the buildings are two stories tall, although a few are a single story and the courthouse is two stories on a full raised basement.

Several elements of the Downtown Hartford Historic District, including the courthouse, jail and main block of the Hartford City Hall, remain virtually intact on the exterior. As in most downtowns, however, storefronts have suffered the greatest changes. Fortunately, most of the upper elevations of these buildings have been well preserved so that the district's streetscape retains its historic character. Despite alterations, the district remains a visually distinct entity due to the extensively renovated older buildings and new construction that define its edges.

Economic Development
The Ohio County Economic Development Alliance (OCEDA) is the main economic development organization for Ohio County, Kentucky and is located in Hartford. OCEDA staff assists the local business community, site selectors, developers, and investors by identifying support programs, providing data (i.e., demographics), assisting with site selection, workforce development, and general project support. According to data provided by OCEDA, 163 businesses employ 1,886 employees in Hartford Kentucky. Leading industries in Hartford include: Healthcare/Social Assistance, Public Administration, Retail Trade Business, Educational Services, Financial/Insurance, and Food & Beverage Stores. The OC Hub, located in downtown Hartford, provides office space, conference, and training room rentals as a business incubator.

Geography
Hartford is located at 37.45028°N, -86.90194°W (37.450415, -86.902026).

With a population of approximately 2,000, Hartford is the county seat of Ohio County, Kentucky, which is in the eastern end of Kentucky's western coal fields and geographically one of the state's largest counties. The town covers approximately 1.8 square miles on the southeast bank of the Rough River a few miles southwest of the center of the county. Its gently rolling terrain characteristic of the county overall is laid out primarily in a somewhat irregular grid interrupted by rural roads at its northern reaches and U.S. 231, the town's major access, near its southern boundary. Hartford's oldest and most densely developed portion is its western area along the Rough River which continues to display the town's original early nineteenth-century plan in its grid of small square and larger rectangular blocks.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 2.6 sqmi, all land.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 2,571 people, 1,079 households, and 684 families residing in the city. The population density was 989.5 PD/sqmi. There were 1,165 housing units at an average density of 448.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.81% White, 1.40% African American, 0.47% Native American, 0.23% Asian, 0.23% from other races, and 0.86% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.86% of the population.

There were 1,079 households, out of which 28.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 47.8% were married couples living together, 11.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 36.6% were non-families. 33.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.24 and the average family size was 2.86.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 22.1% under the age of 18, 10.0% from 18 to 24, 24.7% from 25 to 44, 22.4% from 45 to 64, and 20.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 84.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 79.1 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $24,958, and the median income for a family was $32,083. Males had a median income of $31,020 versus $18,750 for females. The per capita income for the city was $16,542. About 11.8% of families and 15.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 18.4% of those under age 18 and 23.1% of those age 65 or over.

Notable people

 * Louise Alexander – dancer
 * Allison J. Barnett (1892–1971) – U.S. Army major general
 * Charles Courtney Curran (1861–1942), an American painter born in Hartford, particularly known for his depiction of women in various settings. Curran studied at both the Fine Arts Academy of Cincinnati, the New York National Academy of Design, and the Academia Jullian in Paris and died in New York City.
 * James and Virgil Earp – brothers of Old West lawman Wyatt Earp
 * William Smeathers – well known frontiersman, Smeathers served on first grand jury of Court of Quarter Sessions at Hartford, 1803; credited as the first settler of Yellow Banks, now Owensboro and cited on Kentucky historical marker #1548 in Hartford.

Climate
The climate in this area is characterized by hot, humid summers and generally mild to cool winters. According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Hartford has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.

Education
Hartford has a lending library, the Ohio County Public Library.

Public education in Hartford, Kentucky and Ohio County is provided by the Ohio County Public School district. Wayland Alexander Elementary School, a preschool - 6th grade facility, is located in Hartford. According to the 2021 Kentucky Department of Education Report Card, Wayland Alexander Elementary School served 633 students. The school mascot is a Mustang.

According to the Ohio County Economic Development Alliance, of the 2,684 residents of Hartford in 2021, 584 (21.7%) residents have earned a college degree (Associates to Graduate). The former two-year Hartford College existed on East Union Street at the site of the current Ohio County School Board administrative office.

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McHenry, Kentucky

McHenry is a home rule-class city in Ohio County, Kentucky, in the United States. The population was 390 at the time of the year 2010 U.S. census.

History
Originally called Hamelton, the village was renamed in 1874 to honor Congressman Henry D. McHenry.

Geography
McHenry is located at 37.37833°N, -86.9225°W (37.378399, -86.922391). The city is situated along U.S. Route 62 southwest of Beaver Dam and northeast of Central City. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.7 sqmi, all land.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 417 people, 161 households, and 118 families residing in the city. The population density was 599.9 PD/sqmi. There were 186 housing units at an average density of 267.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 100.00% White.

There were 161 households, out of which 32.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 53.4% were married couples living together, 13.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 26.1% were non-families. 19.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.59 and the average family size was 3.00.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 27.6% under the age of 18, 7.9% from 18 to 24, 30.9% from 25 to 44, 20.4% from 45 to 64, and 13.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 35 years. For every 100 females, there were 93.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 96.1 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $23,000, and the median income for a family was $28,750. Males had a median income of $28,750 versus $15,104 for females. The per capita income for the city was $12,847. About 20.2% of families and 24.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 33.0% of those under age 18 and 25.4% of those age 65 or over.

Notable people

 * Halley G. Maddox, U.S. Army major general

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Rockport, Kentucky

Rockport is a home rule-class city in Ohio County, Kentucky, United States. The population was 266 at the 2010 census. The city is descriptively named for the large rocks on a nearby river bank.

History
Rockport is rooted in a small settlement known as Benton's Ferry, which developed along the Green River in the early 19th century. When a post office was established in 1863, the settlement used the name "Rock Port" (later shortened to a single word). Originally located primarily along the river, most of the city has since shifted to the bluff above the river.

Geography
Rockport is located at 37.33639°N, -86.99278°W (37.336428, −86.992778). The city is situated along the Green River northeast of Central City. U.S. Route 62 traverses the city.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.8 sqmi, of which 0.8 sqmi is land and 0.04 sqmi (5.00%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 334 people, 133 households, and 104 families residing in the city. The population density was 439.9 PD/sqmi. There were 152 housing units at an average density of 200.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 99.40% White, and 0.60% from two or more races.

There were 133 households, out of which 27.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 65.4% were married couples living together, 10.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 21.1% were non-families. 19.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.51 and the average family size was 2.85.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 20.1% under the age of 18, 9.3% from 18 to 24, 24.3% from 25 to 44, 29.9% from 45 to 64, and 16.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 98.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 97.8 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $28,889, and the median income for a family was $32,500. Males had a median income of $42,188 versus $16,750 for females. The per capita income for the city was $13,184. About 22.4% of families and 26.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 38.4% of those under age 18 and 14.6% of those age 65 or over.

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Buckner, Kentucky

Buckner is a census-designated place (CDP) in Oldham County, Kentucky, United States. The population was 4,000 at the 2000 census.

Oldham County High School is located in Buckner. The town and the school were hit by an EF2 tornado on April 2, 2024.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of 7.5 sqmi, of which 7.4 sqmi is land and 0.2 sqmi (2.00%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 4,000 people, 580 households, and 512 families residing in the CDP. The population density was 543.8 PD/sqmi. There were 597 housing units at an average density of 81.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the CDP was 80.75% White, 18.25% African American, 0.07% Native American, 0.25% Asian, 0.38% from other races, and 0.30% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.72% of the population.

There were 580 households, out of which 49.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 80.5% were married couples living together, 5.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 11.7% were non-families. 9.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 2.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.07 and the average family size was 3.28.

In the CDP, the population was spread out, with 14.3% under the age of 18, 12.5% from 18 to 24, 46.0% from 25 to 44, 23.8% from 45 to 64, and 3.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 349.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 461.0 males.

The median income for a household in the CDP was $81,548, and the median income for a family was $83,323. Males had a median income of $50,395 versus $31,484 for females. The per capita income for the CDP was $15,867. About 1.9% of families and 1.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including none of those under age 18 and 24.3% of those age 65 or over.

title: Buckner, Kentucky


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Crestwood, Kentucky

Crestwood is a home rule-class city in Oldham County, Kentucky, United States just outside Louisville's Northeast End. The population was 6,183 as of the 2020 census. CNN listed it as the 52nd best place to live in America in 2005.

The area was first settled in the early 19th century, and the town was established as Beard's Station in 1857. In 1909, the town was renamed to Crestwood.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 3.6 sqmi, all land.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,999 people, 811 households, and 548 families residing in the city. The population density was 554.5 PD/sqmi. There were 860 housing units at an average density of 238.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 94.80% White, 2.15% African American, 0.35% Native American, 0.60% Asian, 1.10% from other races, and 1.00% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.15% of the population.

There were 811 households, out of which 33.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.5% were married couples living together, 12.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 32.4% were non-families. 26.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.45 and the average family size was 3.02.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 25.9% under the age of 18, 9.0% from 18 to 24, 32.6% from 25 to 44, 23.1% from 45 to 64, and 9.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 35 years. For every 100 females, there were 89.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 87.9 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $42,619, and the median income for a family was $55,000. Males had a median income of $37,250 versus $23,984 for females. The per capita income for the city was $21,569. About 6.6% of families and 7.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 7.6% of those under age 18 and 8.7% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Crestwood has a lending library, South Oldham Library, a branch of the Oldham County Public Library.

Crestwood has six public schools.

 * Camden Station Elementary
 * Crestwood Elementary
 * Kenwood Station Elementary
 * South Oldham Middle School
 * South Oldham High School
 * East Oldham Middle School

Parks
Crestwood has two parks as of March 2021, including The Maples Park and Peggy Baker Park.

Notable residents

 * Mary Spencer Nay, painter and printmaker, born in Crestwood

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Goshen, Kentucky

Goshen is a home rule-class city in Oldham County, Kentucky, in the United States. The population was 892 at the 2020 census.

Geography
Nestled along the banks of the Ohio River northeast of Louisville.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.2 sqmi, all land.

History
Founded in 1849, the community was first known as Saltillo for the Mexican city near the 1847 Battle of Buena Vista during the Mexican–American War. When a new post office opened in 1851, it was named Goshen for the biblical Land of Goshen, which was described by American commentators as having had good soil. It was formally incorporated by the state assembly in 1990.

Demographics
As of the census of 2010, there were 909 people, 304 households, and 261 families residing in the city. The population density was 4,655.8 PD/sqmi. There were 293 housing units at an average density of 1,504.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 95.00% White, 2.40% African American, 0.80% Asian, 1.00% from other races, and 0.60% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.40% of the population.

There were 304 households, out of which 52.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 69.7% were married couples living together, 11.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 14.1% were non-families. 11.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 4.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.99 and the average family size was 3.24.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 25.6% under the age of 18, 9.0% from 18 to 24, 36.6% from 25 to 44, 34.3% from 45 to 64, and 9.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39.1 years. For every 100 females, there were 99.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 93.4 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $84,250, and the median income for a family was $88,958. Males had a median income of $65,583 versus $51,667 for females. The per capita income for the city was $23,076. None of the families and 0.3% of the population were living below the poverty line, including none under 18 and 8.1% of those over 64.

Economy
It is known for its thoroughbred breeding farms, such as Upson Downs Farm and Sunny Acres Horse Farm (now occupied by Forever Green Farm Riding Academy). Goshen also is home to other farming operations, such as a tree farm called The Riverfarm. Goshen was formerly the location of Land O' Goshen farms, a horse and sheep breeding farm owned and operated by William Burke Belknap.

Goshen is home to various operations that are Kentucky Proud producers, these include: River Farm Nursery, Round Hill Farm LLC, Golden Drop Honey, Babs Bees, Field 51 Produce, and Blue Skies Horse Farm LLC.

Education
Goshen has a lending library, a branch of the Oldham County Public Library.

Notable people

 * Justin Thomas, professional golfer
 * William Burke Belknap, professor of economics at the University of Louisville

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La Grange, Kentucky

La Grange is a home rule-class city in Oldham County, Kentucky, in the United States. The population was 10,067 at the time of the 2020 U.S. census. It is the seat of its county. A unique feature of the city is the CSX Transportation street-running mainline track on Main Street that sees multiple trains in both directions.

History
La Grange was founded in 1827 when the Oldham County seat was relocated from Westport at the suggestion of Major William Berry Taylor. The new town was named for Château de la Grange-Bléneau, the French country estate of Gilbert du Motier, the American Revolutionary hero better known as the Marquis de Lafayette, who had visited the area in 1824. For unknown reasons, the county seat returned to Westport from 1828 to 1838 before settling at La Grange. The city was formally incorporated by the state legislature on January 23, 1840.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 7.14 sqmi, of which 7.06 sqmi are land and 0.84 sqmi (1.17%) is covered by water.

Climate
The climate in this area is characterized by hot, humid summers and generally mild to cool winters. According to the Köppen climate classification system, La Grange has a humid subtropical climate, Cfa on climate maps.

Demographics
As of the census of 2010, there were 8,082 people, 2,964 households, and 2,087 families residing in the city. The population density was 1131.4 PD/sqmi. There were 3,189 housing units at an average density of 446.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 87.3% White (83.5% non-Hispanic), 4.7% African American, 0.27% Native American, 0.62% Asian, 0.16% Pacific Islander, 4.6% from other races, and 2.3% from two or more races. Hispanics or Latinos of any race were 8.9% of the population.

There were 2,964 households, out of which 43.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 49.9% were married couples living together, 15.5% had a single female householder, 5.1% had a single male householder, and 29.6% were non-families. 25.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.65 and the average family size was 3.17.

The age distribution was 29.8% under 18, 7.2% from 18 to 24, 30.4% from 25 to 44, 20.4% from 45 to 64, and 11.7% who were 65 or older. The median age was 33.8 years. For every 100 females, there were 92.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 86.6 males.

Correctional facilities
The Kentucky Department of Corrections maintains four correctional facilities in La Grange. Construction began on the Kentucky State Reformatory, the largest prison in the state, in 1937, with the prison opening in 1939. Roederer Correctional Complex, which houses the Assessment and Classification Center where male inmates not sentenced to death enter the state prison system, was built in 1976. The Luther Luckett Correctional Complex and Kentucky Correctional Psychiatric Center, both built in the same facility but technically two separate prisons, opened in 1983. Approximately 4,000 inmates of various security levels are housed at these institutions.

Education
La Grange has a lending library, a branch of the Oldham County Public Library.

Arts and culture
The La Grange historic district contains numerous small businesses such as shops, eateries, and art galleries.

CSX Transportation's LCL Subdivision tracks are embedded within Main Street from 4th Avenue to Cedar Avenue creating a unique scenario where the railroad's freight trains join the street's mixed traffic.

Discover Downtown La Grange is a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting business, history, and community in the city.

La Grange hosts a Farmers and Artisan Market, a Kentucky Proud Market, where locally made items are sold. The market is open from mid-May through late October.

Notable people

 * Tom Blankenship (aka Two Tone Tommy), bassist for My Morning Jacket
 * D.W. Griffith, film director known for Birth of a Nation
 * William J. Crowe, former Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff
 * Roland Isaacs, former NASCAR driver
 * Robert Mallory, U.S. Representative from Kentucky
 * Marvin H. McIntyre, secretary to President Franklin D. Roosevelt
 * Buddy Pepper, former songwriter, pianist, composer, arranger, and actor
 * Knocked Loose, hardcore punk band founded in 2013.

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Orchard Grass Hills, Kentucky

Orchard Grass Hills is a home rule-class city in Oldham County, Kentucky, in the United States. The population was 1,536 as of the 2020 census.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.3 sqmi, all land.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,031 people, 330 households, and 279 families residing in the city. The population density was 3,068.7 PD/sqmi. There were 341 housing units at an average density of 1,015.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 94.08% White, 4.46% African American, 0.78% Asian, 0.58% from other races, and 0.10% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.36% of the population.

There were 330 households, out of which 51.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them; 70.9% were married couples living together; 10.0% had a female householder with no husband present; and 15.2% were non-families. 10.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 0.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.12 and the average family size was 3.39.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 35.0% under the age of 18, 6.5% from 18 to 24, 38.5% from 25 to 44, 18.6% from 45 to 64, and 1.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 30 years. For every 100 females, there were 100.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 98.8 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $63,824, and the median income for a family was $64,625. Males had a median income of $41,190 versus $26,836 for females. The per capita income for the city was $21,965. About 1.5% of families and 2.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 2.3% of those under age 18 and 11.1% of those age 65 or over.

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Park Lake, Kentucky

Park Lake is a neighborhood of the city of Crestwood in Oldham County, Kentucky, United States. The population was 537 at the 2000 census, at which time it was a separate city. Crestwood annexed Park Lake on May 1, 2006.

Geography
Park Lake is located at 38.34535°N, -85.47431°W.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city had a total area of 0.1 sqmi, all land.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 537 people, 159 households, and 145 families residing in the city. The population density was 5,470.1 PD/sqmi. There were 161 housing units at an average density of 1,640.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.02% White, 0.37% Native American, 1.12% Asian, 0.74% from other races, and 0.74% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.74% of the population.

There were 159 households, out of which 67.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 78.6% were married couples living together, 10.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 8.8% were non-families. 6.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and none had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.38 and the average family size was 3.56.

In the city the population was spread out, with 38.2% under the age of 18, 5.4% from 18 to 24, 41.5% from 25 to 44, 13.6% from 45 to 64, and 1.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 31 years. For every 100 females, there were 100.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 97.6 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $63,750, and the median income for a family was $64,167. Males had a median income of $50,156 versus $31,583 for females. The per capita income for the city was $21,384. None of the families and 0.6% of the population were living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and none of those over 64.

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Pewee Valley, Kentucky

Pewee Valley is a home rule-class city in Oldham County, Kentucky, United States. The population was 1,588 as of the 2020 census.

History
The site of present-day Pewee Valley was first settled as a stop on the Louisville and Frankfort Railroad in 1852 under the name Smith's Station, although it remains unclear which Smith gave his name to the community. It may have been Henry S. Smith, the son of a local pioneer, or Thomas Smith, a local shopkeep. The name was changed to Pewee Valley on the establishment of a post office by Henry's son Charles Franklin Smith in 1856. The name refers to the eastern wood pewee, a local bird, but, as the town lies on a ridge, the reason for naming the settlement a "valley" remains obscure.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.9 sqmi, all land.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,436 people, 484 households, and 394 families residing in the city. The population density was 761.8 PD/sqmi. There were 502 housing units at an average density of 266.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.10% White, 2.37% African American, 0.28% Asian, 0.56% from other races, and 0.70% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.02% of the population.

There were 484 households, out of which 33.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 73.3% were married couples living together, 6.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 18.4% were non-families. 15.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.71 and the average family size was 3.04.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 23.6% under the age of 18, 4.9% from 18 to 24, 20.3% from 25 to 44, 31.0% from 45 to 64, and 20.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 46 years. For every 100 females, there were 87.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 82.5 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $71,625, and the median income for a family was $81,639. Males had a median income of $65,556 versus $33,571 for females. The per capita income for the city was $31,845. About 2.0% of families and 3.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 6.7% of those under age 18 and 3.9% of those age 65 or over.

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River Bluff, Kentucky

River Bluff is a home rule-class city in Oldham County, Kentucky, United States. The population was 403 at the 2010 census.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.2 sqmi, all land.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 402 people, 138 households, and 126 families residing in the city. The population density was 2,005.2 PD/sqmi. There were 140 housing units at an average density of 698.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.26% White, 0.75% African American, 0.25% Native American, 1.00% Asian, and 0.75% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.24% of the population.

There were 138 households, out of which 42.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 86.2% were married couples living together, 4.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 8.0% were non-families. 6.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 0.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.91 and the average family size was 3.06.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 28.1% under the age of 18, 4.2% from 18 to 24, 20.1% from 25 to 44, 38.6% from 45 to 64, and 9.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 43 years. For every 100 females, there were 102.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 97.9 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $93,074, and the median income for a family was $96,974. Males had a median income of $54,688 versus $24,375 for females. The per capita income for the city was $30,149. About 3.1% of families and 3.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 3.9% of those under age 18 and 7.8% of those age 65 or over.

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Gratz, Kentucky

Gratz is a home rule-class city in Owen County, Kentucky, in the United States. The population was 89 at the 2000 census. The population in 2010 was 78.

History
The present city was laid out in 1847 on land supposedly owned by the heirs of Sen. John Brown and was probably named for his grandson B. Gratz Brown, who later became a senator from and governor of Missouri and made a failed vice-presidential bid in 1872 with Horace Greeley of the Liberal Republicans.

The town was incorporated in either 1861 or 1881.

Before the lock and dam system was built on the Kentucky River, Gratz was one of the most prosperous towns in the area due to the business of portaging goods around an unnavigable part of the river (Lock #2 is just up river at Lockport). Goods were also ferried across the river and transported up KY 22 to Pleasureville, which had a railroad depot.

The town's streets are laid out in a grid pattern. There is a local bank, and many large, well-built houses. Before public electric service was available, a diesel powered generator fed streetlights from dusk until about 10 p.m. A former operator of this plant reported that he learned how much fuel to put into the engine so that it would run out at the desired time (saved him a trip down the hill).

It is home to the only bridge between Owen and Henry county across the Kentucky River. The old Gratz Bridge was a historic iron steel bridge built back in 1931. Work on a newer concrete bridge was finished in 2011. The Gratz Bridge was demolished in February of that year. The Gratz Bridge was on the National Register of historic landmarks. A piece of the old bridge was used in a commemorative kiosk at the site of the old Gratz entrance to the bridge.

Post office and female postmasters
A local post office was established on November 21, 1844, as "Clay Lick" due to its position above the Clay Lick Creek and Joseph W. Rowlett served as the first Postmaster up until July 20, 1850.

The post office was renamed "Gratz" in February 1851 after the town was named for Benjamin Gratz Brown, grandson of John Brown.

70 years after the post office first opened its doors, history was made for the tiny village, as Ida M. Johnson became the first woman postmaster for the Gratz branch, holding the position for 10 years from April 2, 1914, until April 2, 1924.

Another legacy for the branch would begin in 1927 and continue through 1990 with Martha B. Suter serving as Gratz postmaster for a record 33 consecutive years from May 24, 1927 (just 3 years after Ida Johnson) until September 30, 1960, whereafter Suter was succeeded by another woman, Charlsey Virginia Stamper Goodrich. Goodrich served as Gratz postmaster for 23 years from September 30, 1960, up until her early retirement (due to illness) on April 2, 1983. It was then that another woman, Teresa A. Webster, succeeded Goodrich as Gratz postmaster from April 2, 1983, until February 6, 1990, when service was suspended after 146 years of operation. That made 63 consecutive years (1927–1990) in which the Gratz postmaster position was led by a woman and for that era, it was certainly an achievement to be very proud for the Gratz community.

Accounting for the 10 years Ida M. Johnson served as postmaster, with just a three-year gap between her and Martha B. Suter, the Gratz post office was led by a woman for 73 of its 146 years of operation. There was a one-month period in which another woman served as the Acting Postmaster for Gratz during Ms. Suter's tenure, perhaps due to a short leave of absence for Suter and, that "acting" role was held by Roberta G Minish from December 21, 1927, until January 18, 1928, when Ms. Suter returned to her position as Postmaster.

In total, there were 5 women who served as Gratz Postmaster: Ida M. Johnson, Martha B. Suter (with Roberta G. Minish as 'Acting' temporarily), Charlsey Stamper Goodrich and Teresa A. Webster.

Upon its suspension of service in February 1990, all mail service was acquired by the Owenton city post office.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.3 sqmi, all land.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 89 people, 35 households, and 24 families residing in the city. The population density was 255.8 PD/sqmi. There were 43 housing units at an average density of 123.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 94.38% White, 5.62% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 5.62% of the population.

There were 35 households, out of which 28.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 60.0% were married couples living together, 2.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 31.4% were non-families. 28.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 5.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.54 and the average family size was 3.17.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 24.7% under the age of 18, 13.5% from 18 to 24, 30.3% from 25 to 44, 20.2% from 45 to 64, and 11.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 33 years. For every 100 females, there were 154.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 123.3 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $14,167, and the median income for a family was $23,750. Males had a median income of $16,250 versus $20,750 for females. The per capita income for the city was $9,217. There were 12.5% of families and 28.0% of the population living below the poverty line, including 40.0% of under eighteens and none of those over 64.

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Monterey, Kentucky

Monterey is a home rule-class city in Owen County, Kentucky, United States. During the 2020 US Census, the population was 112.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.3 sqmi, all land. The downtown area is listed on the National Register of Historic Places as the Monterey Historic District.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 167 people, 55 households, and 42 families residing in the city. The population density was 546.1 PD/sqmi. There were 64 housing units at an average density of 209.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.60% White, 0.60% Native American, 0.60% Asian, and 1.20% from two or more races.

There were 55 households, out of which 54.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 60.0% were married couples living together, 9.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 23.6% were non-families. 20.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.04 and the average family size was 3.52.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 35.3% under the age of 18, 10.8% from 18 to 24, 28.7% from 25 to 44, 19.2% from 45 to 64, and 6.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 29 years. For every 100 females, there were 103.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 103.8 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $26,094, and the median income for a family was $26,406. Males had a median income of $24,821 versus $25,000 for females. The per capita income for the city was $8,452. About 34.9% of families and 33.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 33.8% of those under the age of eighteen and 40.0% of those 65 or over.

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Owenton, Kentucky

Owenton is a home rule-class city in and the county seat of Owen County, Kentucky, United States. The population was 1,327 at the 2010 census. It is located at the junction of U.S. Route 127 and Kentucky Route 22, about halfway between Louisville and Cincinnati.

History
Owenton was founded in 1822 and named for its county, which was named for Col. Abraham Owen, a pioneer who died at the Battle of Tippecanoe. The town was first incorporated on December 18, 1828, although it had to be reincorporated in 1849. The Greek Revival courthouse was built between 1857 and 1858. Owenton's growth in the late 19th century was limited because a railroad was never built to it.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 2.2 sqmi, of which 2.2 sqmi is land and 0.04 sqmi (0.89%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,387 people, 615 households, and 340 families residing in the city. The population density was 620.4 PD/sqmi. There were 688 housing units at an average density of 307.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 95.39% White, 2.88% African American, 0.58% Asian, 0.07% Pacific Islander, 0.58% from other races, and 0.50% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.73% of the population.

There were 615 households, out of which 24.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 38.9% were married couples living together, 12.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 44.7% were non-families. 42.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 25.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.08 and the average family size was 2.84.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 20.8% under the age of 18, 8.6% from 18 to 24, 22.4% from 25 to 44, 20.9% from 45 to 64, and 27.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 44 years. For every 100 females, there were 71.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 65.3 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $23,125, and the median income for a family was $36,806. Males had a median income of $27,596 versus $22,450 for females. The per capita income for the city was $14,955. About 13.2% of families and 21.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 21.9% of those under age 18 and 28.0% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Owenton has a lending library, the Owen County Public Library.

Notable people

 * Gerald W. Johnson (1919–2002), a lieutenant general in the USAF and World War II flying ace.
 * Willis A. Lee (1888–1945), U.S. Navy vice admiral in World War II and Olympic gold medalist.
 * Joseph L. Rhinock (1863–1926), a U.S. Representative from Kentucky.
 * Dale Roberts (1940–2010), an American relief pitcher in Major League Baseball who played for the New York Yankees
 * Abraham O. Smoot (1815–1895), a Mormon pioneer and second Mayor of Salt Lake City, Utah.
 * Arnold E. True (1901–1979), a highly decorated Rear admiral in the U.S. Navy during World War II.

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Booneville, Kentucky

Booneville is a home rule-class city in Owsley County, Kentucky, in the United States. The population was 168 at the 2020 census. It is the county seat of Owsley County. It is located at the junction of Kentucky Route 11 and Kentucky Route 30 on the South Fork of the Kentucky River.

History
The town was originally named Moore's Station after its chief landowner. It was renamed Boone's Station and then Booneville in honor of the American frontiersman, Daniel Boone. The town, consisting at the time of little more than a temporary log courthouse, became the county seat when Owsley County was formed on May 20, 1844. From this, the settlement was also sometimes known as Owsley Court House around this time. It was formally incorporated as a city by the state assembly on March 1, 1847. During the Civil War, Booneville was a crossroads for various Union and Confederate regiments, and was threatened by Confederate guerrillas, but avoided the destruction that befell some other county seats of Kentucky during the war.

The Moyers Building in Boonesville was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1982.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.6 sqmi, all land.

Demographics
As of the 2010 United States Census, there were 81 people living in the city. The racial makeup of the city was 100.0% White.

As of the census of 2000, there were 111 people, 50 households, and 36 families living in the city. The population density was 176.2 PD/sqmi. There were 56 housing units at an average density of 88.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 99.10% White, and 0.90% from two or more races.

There were 50 households, out of which 26.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 60.0% were married couples living together, 12.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 28.0% were non-families. 28.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.22 and the average family size was 2.67.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 18.9% under the age of 18, 6.3% from 18 to 24, 24.3% from 25 to 44, 29.7% from 45 to 64, and 20.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 45 years. For every 100 females, there were 91.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 95.7 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $15,833, and the median income for a family was $17,500. Males had a median income of $36,250 versus $31,250 for females. The per capita income for the city was $8,252. There were 40.0% of families and 57.6% of the population living below the poverty line, including 92.7% of under eighteen and 11.8% of those over 64.

Government and politics
Mayor Charles E. Long, in office from 1959 to his death in 2019, was one of the longest-serving mayors in US history.

Education
Booneville has a lending library, the Owsley County Public Library.

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Butler, Kentucky

Butler is a home rule-class city in Pendleton County, Kentucky, in the United States. The population was 612 at the 2010 census.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, Butler has a total area of 0.2 sqmi, of which 0.2 sqmi is land and 4.17% is water.

History
The city of Butler was established around 1852 when the Kentucky Central Railroad was built through the area. When it was incorporated on February 1, 1868, the city was named for area's earlier U.S. representative William O. Butler.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 613 people, 237 households, and 164 families residing in the city. The population density was 2,632.4 PD/sqmi. There were 268 housing units at an average density of 1,150.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.69% White, 0.49% African American, 0.16% from other races, and 0.65% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.49% of the population.

There were 237 households, out of which 43.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 46.4% were married couples living together, 16.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 30.4% were non-families. 23.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 5.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.52 and the average family size was 2.97.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 31.0% under the age of 18, 11.4% from 18 to 24, 33.9% from 25 to 44, 15.2% from 45 to 64, and 8.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 29 years. For every 100 females, there were 87.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 85.5 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $34,286, and the median income for a family was $37,946. Males had a median income of $27,396 versus $22,250 for females. The per capita income for the city was $14,751. About 14.5% of families and 15.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 22.0% of those under age 18 and 21.6% of those age 65 or over. Butler's crime rate has increased over the past two years.

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Falmouth, Kentucky

Falmouth is a home rule-class city in, and the county seat of, Pendleton County, Kentucky, in the United States. The population was 2,169 according to the 2010 census. It lies at the confluence of the South and Main forks of the Licking River and is home to Kincaid Regional Theatre.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.3 sqmi, all land.

History
Possibly settled as early as 1780, Falmouth was laid out by John Waller (1758–1823) and formally established by the state assembly in 1793. Waller named the new settlement after his native Falmouth, Virginia. It was incorporated as a city in 1856.

The town is perhaps best remembered for natural disasters that have devastated the town over the last half of the 20th century. In 1964, the Licking River reached 47 feet (19 feet above flood stage) and left much of the town under water. On April 23, 1968 an F4 (possibly F5) tornado leveled many homes in the town, killing four people. On March 2, 1997, a major flood on the Licking River again left the town crippled. The river reached 52 feet (24 feet above flood stage) and left 80% of the town under several feet of water. Many homes and businesses were damaged and five residents were killed.

Charity's House and Elzey Hughes House were both part of the historically African-American "Happy Hollow" neighborhood and each is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Arts and culture
Kincaid Regional Theatre, also referred to as KRT, has called Falmouth home since 1983. Since the theatre's founding, KRT has achieved musical theatre excellence by employing local talent from the Cincinnati metropolitan area and beyond. With the help of many supporters, KRT continues to enhance the arts in the community with children and teens theatre workshops and through involvement with local schools. Originally operated at the former Falmouth High School. Other venues have included the Griffin Centre Amphitheatre. KRT now performs at Stonewood Gardens, also in Falmouth.

Falmouth plays host to one of Kentucky's largest fall events, the Kentucky Wool Festival. The Wool Festival is an annual event held adjacent to Kincaid Lake State Park during the first full weekend of October. The festival promotes wool products, crafts, food, among other products. The festival provides fundraising activities to local organizations and entertainment for all age groups. Heritage demonstrations and livestock exhibitions also highlight Pendleton County and Kentucky history. The Kentucky Wool Festival has inspired the local community to adopt the sheep as its unofficial mascot.

Demographics

As of the census of 2000, there were 2,058 people, 849 households, and 521 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,598.9 PD/sqmi. There were 988 housing units at an average density of 767.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.21% White, 1.90% African American, 0.63% Native American, 0.10% Asian, 0.63% from other races, and 0.53% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.36% of the population.

There were 849 households, out of which 31.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 41.7% were married couples living together, 15.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 38.6% were non-families. 34.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 18.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.34 and the average family size was 3.03.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 25.9% under the age of 18, 9.4% from 18 to 24, 28.1% from 25 to 44, 19.3% from 45 to 64, and 17.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females, there were 89.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 82.4 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $25,114, and the median income for a family was $36,250. Males had a median income of $31,012 versus $20,781 for females. The per capita income for the city was $15,634. About 16.5% of families and 19.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 22.9% of those under age 18 and 16.3% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Falmouth has a lending library, the Pendleton County Public Library.

Notable people

 * Beth Broderick, actress on Sabrina, the Teenage Witch
 * Samuel Thomas Hauser, born in Falmouth, Kentucky on 10 Jan 1833, became territorial governor of Montana
 * J. M. Lelen was pastor of St. Francis Xavier Roman Catholic Church in Falmouth in the first half of the 20th century.
 * John Merritt is still on record as one of college football's winningest coaches.
 * Phillip Allen Sharp, who earned the Nobel Prize for work that fundamentally changed scientists' understanding of the structure of genes, is a native of Falmouth.
 * Rob Braun, former Cincinnati TV news anchor and son of Bob Braun

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Buckhorn, Kentucky

Buckhorn is a home rule-class city in Perry County, Kentucky, in the United States. The population was 162 at the 2010 census. It is centered on the Buckhorn Presbyterian Church, a log structure listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The Buckhorn Children's Center and Buckhorn Lake State Resort Park are also located here.

The post office was established in 1902. Buckhorn was incorporated by the state legislature in 1996.

History
According to local tradition, the name "Buckhorn" comes from an early settler, Jerry Smith, who had killed a large deer and had hung its antlers over an area spring. The name of the stream that flows through the area, Squabble Creek, is believed to have been named after a fight between Smith and his brothers.

Geography
Buckhorn is located at 37.34583°N, -83.47111°W (37.345879, -83.471060). The city lies in a broad valley along the Middle Fork of the Kentucky River and its tributary, Squabble Creek. Buckhorn Dam and its impoundment, Buckhorn Lake are located a short distance downstream on the river. Kentucky Route 28 passes through the city.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.5 sqmi, all land.

Demographics
At the 2000 census there were 144 people, 48 households, and 33 families living in the city. The population density was 289.4 PD/sqmi. There were 51 housing units at an average density of 102.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.92% White and 2.08% African American. Of the 48 households 29.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 60.4% were married couples living together, 8.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 31.3% were non-families. 31.3% of households were one person and 16.7% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 2.38 and the average family size was 2.97.

The age distribution was 34.7% under the age of 18, 9.0% from 18 to 24, 27.8% from 25 to 44, 18.1% from 45 to 64, and 10.4% 65 or older. The median age was 30 years. For every 100 females, there were 100.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 108.9 males.

The median household income was $35,000 and the median family income was $51,250. Males had a median income of $26,250 versus $33,750 for females. The per capita income for the city was $13,742. There were 10.0% of families and 34.2% of the population living below the poverty line, including 5.9% of under eighteens and 55.6% of those over 64.

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Hazard, Kentucky

Hazard is a home rule-class city in, and the county seat of, Perry County, Kentucky, United States. The population was 5,263 at the 2020 Census.

History

Local landowner Elijah Combs Sr. laid out the town in 1824 as the planned seat of the newly established Perry County. Both the town and the county were named for Cdre. Oliver Hazard Perry, a commander in the 1813 Battle of Lake Erie in the War of 1812. The post office was initially known as Perry Court House but the name was officially changed to Hazard in 1854. The city was formally incorporated by the state assembly in 1884.

Long isolated by the surrounding mountains, Hazard was opened to the outside world by the arrival of the railroad in 1912. The only access to the valley had previously been 45 miles down the North Fork of the Kentucky River or a two-week trip over the surrounding mountains. The railroad brought prosperity to the town, which ended up on the start of the Great Depression.

The song "High Sheriff of Hazard" was written by Tom Paxton in reference to a coal miner's strike in 1964.

In 1981, several cast members of the television series The Dukes of Hazzard, including Catherine Bach, James Best, Sorrell Booke and Rick Hurst, visited Hazard during its Black Gold Festival. Soon afterwards, the series' stars Tom Wopat and John Schneider made appearances in Hazard.

After several decades of population decline, the city has seen a rapid increase of new residents as the growth rate approached 20% between 2010 and 2020. In July 1999, Hazard was the first stop on President Bill Clinton's tour of poverty-stricken communities that had failed to share in the boom of the 1990s. Hillary Clinton visited Hazard on November 2, 2008, at a political rally for Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Bruce Lunsford.

One of the two ZIP codes serving Hazard is 41702; as of 2024, there are precisely 41,702 ZIP codes in the United States.

Geography
Hazard is located at 37.25583°N, -83.19361°W (37.255910, −83.193706).

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 7.0 sqmi, all land.

Climate
The climate in this area is characterized by hot, humid summers and generally mild to cool winters. According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Hazard has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.

Demographics
As of the census of 2021, there were 5,263 people, and 2,046 households. The population density was 692.5 PD/sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 78.4% White, 16.57% African American, 0.08% Native American, 2.07% Asian, 0.15% from other races, and 0.87% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.86% of the population.

In 2000, there were 1,946 households, out of which 30.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 42.9% were married couples living together, 18.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 34.9% were non-families. Of all households, 31.7% were made up of individuals, and 13.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.30 and the average family size was 2.88.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 21.9% under the age of 18, 8.5% from 18 to 24, 28.0% from 25 to 44, 23.9% from 45 to 64, and 17.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females, there were 85.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 82.3 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $20,690, and the median income for a family was $27,226. Males had a median income of $34,398 versus $22,386 for females. The per capita income for the city was $14,782. About 30.9% of families and 30.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 44.3% of those under age 18 and 13.9% of those age 65 or over.

Education

 * Galen College of Nursing
 * Hazard Community and Technical College
 * Hazard Independent Schools – a school district that serves the city; operates one elementary school, one middle school, and one high school
 * Hazard High School
 * Perry County Schools – operates six elementary schools, one K–12 school, one high school, and one alternative school
 * Hazard Christian Academy

Hazard has a lending library, the Perry County Public Library.

Television

 * WYMT-TV, a semi-satellite of CBS affiliate WKYT-TV in Lexington
 * WKHA, a satellite station of Kentucky Educational Television

Radio

 * WSGS
 * WKIC
 * WZQQ
 * WJMD
 * WEKH, a satellite station of WEKU
 * WQXY
 * WLZD-LP

Newspapers

 * Hazard Herald
 * Perry County Advocate

Notable people
People who were born in or residents of Hazard include:

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Vicco, Kentucky

Vicco is a Kentucky defunct city in Perry and Knott counties, Kentucky, United States as defined by Kentucky Act Acts Ch. 25. The population was 334 at the 2010 census.

On January 16, 2013, Vicco became the smallest city in the United States to pass an ordinance outlawing discrimination based on sexual orientation.

History
Vicco was originally a coal mining town; its name comes from the initials of the Virginia Iron Coal and Coke Company. The city was known for its bars and entertainment; The New York Times described it as "the local coal miner's Vegas". The decline of the coal industry in the region brought economic trouble to Vicco, as local businesses closed and the city faced severe budget deficits. However, in the early 2010s, the city attempted a revival, restarting its defunct police force among other measures.

Pending Dissolution
On March 24, 2022, Governor Andy Beshear signed Senate Bill 106 to simplify the processes of dissolving a defunct city and cut local taxes. In the Commonwealth of Kentucky, cities are classified as defunct when it collects taxes from people who live there, but do not have the elected officers to spend the revenue.

Perry County Judge-Executive Scott Alexander classified Vicco as defunct in 2020. Alexander stated, "The residents of Vicco, they’re still being charged a tax on their insurance,” he said. "But, that money is just sitting in a pot and can’t be spent by anyone, and therefore we're looking at dissolving Vicco to help those residents so they will no longer have to pay those taxes".

Senate Bill 106 gives Vicco and other defunct cities until January 1, 2023, to satisfy requirements to avoid dissolution. As of November 14, 2022 no action by the city had been taken and Perry County assumed most responsibilities of the defunct city., Senate Bill 106 however makes the process automated.

Geography
Vicco is located in eastern Perry County at 37.21611°N, -83.06111°W (37.216186, -83.061089). A small portion of the city extends northeast into neighboring Knott County. The city is in the valley of the Carr Fork, a west-flowing tributary of the North Fork of the Kentucky River.

Kentucky Route 15 passes through the center of Vicco, leading west 11 mi to Hazard, the Perry county seat, and east 20 mi to Whitesburg.

According to the United States Census Bureau, Vicco has a total area of 2.2 km2, of which 0.03 sqkm, or 1.26%, are water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 318 people, 132 households, and 93 families residing in the city. The population density was 411.2 PD/sqmi. There were 152 housing units at an average density of 196.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 99.69% White and 0.31% from two or more races.

There were 132 households, of which 28.8% had children under the age of 18 living in them, 49.2% were married couples living together, 16.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 29.5% were non-families. 27.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.41 and the average family size was 2.91.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 23.9% under the age of 18, 8.5% from 18 to 24, 27.7% from 25 to 44, 27.4% from 45 to 64, and 12.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 86.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 87.6 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $13,235, and the median income for a family was $14,688. Males had a median income of $31,875 versus $22,500 for females. The per capita income for the city was $10,325. About 42.4% of families and 39.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 42.4% of those under age 18 and 26.9% of those age 65 or over.

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Cedarville, Kentucky

Cedarville is a former city in Pike County, Kentucky, United States. The population was 52 at the 2000 census. On December 14, 2009, Cedarville became a part of Elkhorn City.

Geography
Cedarville is located at 37.31417°N, -82.36028°W (37.314057, -82.360233).

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.1 sqmi, all land.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 52 people, 24 households, and 16 families residing in the city. The population density was 808.3 PD/sqmi. There were 29 housing units at an average density of 450.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 100.00% White. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 9.62% of the population.

There were 24 households, out of which 25.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 50.0% were married couples living together, 4.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 33.3% were non-families. 29.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 25.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.17 and the average family size was 2.69.

In the city the population was spread out, with 17.3% under the age of 18, 5.8% from 18 to 24, 28.8% from 25 to 44, 25.0% from 45 to 64, and 23.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 44 years. For every 100 females, there were 108.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 104.8 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $46,500, and the median income for a family was $50,125. Males had a median income of $50,375 versus $0 for females. The per capita income for the city was $21,045. None of the population and none of the families were below the poverty line.

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Coal Run Village, Kentucky

Coal Run Village (sometimes simply Coal Run) is a home rule-class city in Pike County, Kentucky, in the United States. Bordered to the north, south, and east by Pikeville, the population was 1,706 at the 2010 census. It was the fastest-growing city in Kentucky from 2007 to 2008, with a population increase of 17.3%.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 2.5 sqmi, all land.

Demographics
As of the 2010 United States Census, there were 1,706 people living in the city. The racial makeup of the city was 95.4% White, 1.1% Black, 0.1% Native American, 2.2% Asian, 0.1% from some other race and 0.5% from two or more races. 0.6% were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

As of the census of 2000, there were 577 people, 260 households, and 172 families living in the city. The population density was 231.3 PD/sqmi. There were 288 housing units at an average density of 115.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 93.93% White, 0.17% African American, 0.52% Native American, 3.12% Asian, 1.39% from other races, and 0.87% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.43% of the population.

There were 260 households, out of which 22.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.2% were married couples living together, 11.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 33.8% were non-families. 31.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.15 and the average family size was 2.65.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 17.2% under the age of 18, 7.8% from 18 to 24, 27.6% from 25 to 44, 31.2% from 45 to 64, and 16.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 44 years. For every 100 females, there were 80.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 80.4 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $34,375, and the median income for a family was $42,639. Males had a median income of $31,071 versus $27,813 for females. The per capita income for the city was $27,469. About 17.1% of families and 24.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 38.9% of those under age 18 and 33.8% of those age 65 or over.

Government
Coal Run Village is governed by a city commission form of government. The current mayor is Andrew H. Scott. The city commissioners are Mayor Pro-Tem Beverly Jo Osborne, Joe Adkins, Trey Deskins and Mike Steele.

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Elkhorn City, Kentucky

Elkhorn City is a home rule-class city in Pike County, Kentucky, in the United States. The population was 1,035 at the 2020 census. The city is located in proximity to the Breaks Interstate Park.

History
Elkhorn City was first settled by William Ramey of North Carolina c. 1810. However, in 1767–1768, Daniel Boone took his first steps in what is now Kentucky near present-day Elkhorn City on a hunting expedition.

It was originally named "Elkhorn", after an elk's horn that was found on the banks of the nearby creek (also named Elkhorn. ) Because there was already a town named "Elk Horn" in Taylor County, the town had to be renamed in order to avoid confusion. On October 16, 1882, the post office was renamed "Praise" for "Camp Praise-the-Lord", a tent colony that was established by evangelist George O. Barnes for a revival there in August 1881. In 1907, the Chesapeake and Ohio Railway established a station in Praise that was named "Elkhorn City". Although Elkhorn City was incorporated as a city on November 4, 1912, the local post office was not renamed Elkhorn City until September 1, 1952, after local pressure for a uniform name.

The neighboring settlement of Cedarville merged with Elkhorn City in 2009.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 2.0 sqmi, all land.

Elkhorn City is nestled in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains of Eastern Kentucky. The city has many geographic wonders that make it one of the major tourism destinations in Kentucky. First and foremost of these natural wonders is the Russell Fork of the Big Sandy River which flows through the center of the city. It is well known for as a whitewater rafting destination, featuring Class II-VI rapids.

Elkhorn City is also geographically located at the northernmost point of the Pine Mountain along with the northern terminus of Pine Mountain Trail. Once completed, the trail will extend from the Breaks Interstate Park to Cumberland Gap National Historical Park along the ridge of Pine Mountain.

Elkhorn City is the easternmost incorporated municipality in Kentucky. Freeburn and Phelps are technically farther east, but both are considered CDPs.

Climate
The climate in this area is characterized by hot, humid summers and generally mild to cool winters. According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Elkhorn City has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.

Demographics
As of the 2010 United States Census, there were 982 people living in the city. The racial makeup of the city was 99.0% White, 0.3% Black, 0.2% from some other race and 0.3% from two or more races. 0.2% were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

As of the census of 2000, there were 1,060 people, 437 households, and 295 families living in the city. The population density was 525.5 PD/sqmi. There were 506 housing units at an average density of 250.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 99.34% White, 0.09% African American, 0.28% Native American, 0.09% Pacific Islander, 0.19% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.75% of the population.

There were 437 households, out of which 26.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 49.2% were married couples living together, 15.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 32.3% were non-families. 31.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.22 and the average family size was 2.75.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 18.6% under the age of 18, 7.8% from 18 to 24, 24.2% from 25 to 44, 24.6% from 45 to 64, and 24.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 45 years. For every 100 females, there were 81.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 77.9 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $22,963, and the median income for a family was $27,237. Males had a median income of $30,139 versus $18,750 for females. The per capita income for the city was $14,323. About 18.0% of families and 19.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 27.9% of those under age 18 and 11.8% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Elkhorn City has a lending library, a branch of the Pike County Public Library.

Notable people

 * Patty Loveless, country music singer
 * Robert H. Reed, United States Air Force General.

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Phelps, Kentucky

Phelps is a census-designated place (CDP) in Pike County, Kentucky, United States. The population was 1,053 at the 2000 census. It is the easternmost census-designated community in Kentucky.

Geography
Phelps is located at 37.51389°N, -82.15389°W (37.513969, -82.153987).

According to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of 8.9 sqmi, all land.

Demographics
At the 2000 census there were 1,053 people, 423 households, and 321 families living in the CDP. The population density was 117.9 PD/sqmi. There were 491 housing units at an average density of 55.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the CDP was 99.15% White, 0.19% African American, and 0.66% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.47%.

Of the 423 households 32.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 61.9% were married couples living together, 10.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 23.9% were non-families. 22.0% of households were one person and 7.6% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 2.49 and the average family size was 2.90.

The age distribution was 23.6% under the age of 18, 8.0% from 18 to 24, 29.2% from 25 to 44, 27.1% from 45 to 64, and 12.3% 65 or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females, there were 101.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 93.0 males.

The median household income was $23,125 and the median family income was $23,472. Males had a median income of $35,313 versus $25,132 for females. The per capita income for the CDP was $10,365. About 34.8% of families and 36.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 52.0% of those under age 18 and 7.4% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Phelps has a lending library, a branch of the Pike County Public Library.

title: Phelps, Kentucky