Buckhorn, Kentucky
Buckhorn: city in Kentucky, United States
About
Buckhorn is a city located in the county of Perry in the U.S. state of Kentucky. Its population at the 2010 census was 162 and a population density of 178 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 129 inhabitants.
The city was created 30 years ago in 1995.
Quick Facts about Buckhorn
| Population | 129 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Kentucky (United States) |
| County | Perry County |
| Postal code | 41721 |
| Phone Area Codes | 606 |
| Area | 0.91 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 37.3487,-83.4763 |
| Altitude | 755 feet / 230 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1996 (30 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 02:16:05 (17th April 2026) |
| Density | 141 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -25.58% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 53℉ Mostly Clear 7-days weather |
Geography
Buckhorn is located at 37°20'55"N 83°28'35"W (37.3487000, -83.4763000).
Buckhorn map
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Weather
Mostly clear. Low around 53, with temperatures rising to around 54 overnight. Southwest wind around 3 mph. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of a...
7-Day ForecastDemographics
According to census records, the population of Buckhorn decreased by 25.58% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 162 | - | census |
| 2011 | 155 | -4.52% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 152 | -1.97% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 151 | -0.66% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 149 | -1.34% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 148 | -0.68% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 146 | -1.37% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 143 | -2.1% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 141 | -1.42% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 139 | -1.44% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 129 | -7.75% | estimation process |
Where to Eat in Buckhorn
1Buckhorn Lake State Resort Park
4441 KY-1833, Buckhorn, KY 41721, United States View details
Phone: +16063987510 | Website available
Services and Civic Places in Buckhorn
1US Army Corps of Engineers
204 Tailwater Camp Rd, Buckhorn, KY 41721, United States View details
Phone: +16063987154 | Website available
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Buckhorn, KY. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 156727 | Frontier Nursing University | Hyden (KY) | 41749 |
| 491181 | Galen College of Nursing-ARH | Hazard (KY) | 41701-9519 |
| 156790 | Hazard Community and Technical College | Hazard (KY) | 41701-2402 |
| 157030 | Kentucky Mountain Bible College | Jackson (KY) | 41339 |
| 156189 | Alice Lloyd College | Pippa Passes (KY) | 41844 |
Closest post offices linked to Buckhorn.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Buckhorn Post Office | Buckhorn (KY) | 41721 |
| Chav Post Office | Chavies (KY) | 41727 |
| Krypton Post Office | Krypton (KY) | 41754 |
| Yerk Post Office | Yerkes (KY) | 41778 |
| Oneida Post Office | Oneida (KY) | 40972 |
Other places with the same name (1)
- Buckhorn, Illinois township in Brown County, Illinois with a population of 92 people.