Brandenburg, Kentucky
Brandenburg: city in Kentucky, USA
About
Brandenburg is a city located in the county of Meade in the U.S. state of Kentucky. Its population at the 2010 census was 2,643 and a population density of 244 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 2,879 inhabitants.
The city was created 222 years ago in 1803.
Quick Facts about Brandenburg
| Population | 2,879 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Kentucky (United States) |
| County | Meade County |
| Postal code | 40108 |
| Area | 10.82 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 37.9990,-86.1694 |
| Altitude | 568 feet / 173 meters |
| Capital city | Brandenburg is capital of Meade County |
| Establishment | January 01, 1804 (222 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone |
| Local time | 23:51:47 (18th April 2026) |
| Density | 266 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 8.2% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 72℉ Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms 7-days weather |
Geography
Brandenburg is located at 37°59'56"N 86°10'10"W (37.9989600, -86.1694100).
Brandenburg map
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Weather
A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 8am, then showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy. High near 72, with temperatures falling to around 65...
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Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Brandenburg increased by 8.2% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 2,643 | - | census |
| 2011 | 2,805 | 5.78% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 2,823 | 0.64% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 2,869 | 1.6% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 2,899 | 1.03% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 2,814 | -3.02% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 2,835 | 0.74% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 2,832 | -0.11% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 2,881 | 1.7% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 2,877 | -0.14% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 2,879 | 0.07% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Brandenburg
1Otter Creek Outdoor Recreation Area
850 Otter Creek Park Rd, Brandenburg, KY 40108, United States View details
Phone: +15024929854 | Website available
2Meade Olin Park
187 Moremen Rd, Brandenburg, KY 40108, United States View details
Phone: +12706683719 | Website available
People born in Brandenburg (6)
People born in Brandenburg, including football player Bourbon Bondurant, geologist William Embry Wrather, politician Jeff Greer, .
More notable people
- Richard W. Thompson (American journalist) he was born in 01/01/1865
- William Henry Steward (American civil rights activist) he was born in 26/07/1847
- Chip Jaenichen
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Brandenburg, KY. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 157827 | Trend Setters' Academy of Beauty Culture-Louisville | Louisville (KY) | 40258 |
Nearby Transit Stations (1)
Rail and bus stations connected to Brandenburg, KY. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| LVL | Louisville, Kentucky | 720 West Muhammad Ali Blvd. | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Brandenburg.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Brandenburg Post Office | Brandenburg (KY) | 40108 |
Other cities in Meade County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Meade County , KY.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Muldraugh | 981 | City in Kentucky, United States of America |
| Ekron | 149 | Human settlement in Meade County, Kentucky, United States of America |
Distance to Other Cities
Brandenburg distances to largest Kentucky cities