Corbin, Kentucky
Corbin: 4th-class city in Whitley and Knox counties in the southeastern portion of the U.
About
Corbin is a city located in the county of Whitley in the U.S. state of Kentucky. Its population at the 2010 census was 7,304 and a population density of 356 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 7,139 inhabitants.
The city was created 226 years ago in 1799.
Quick Facts about Corbin
| Population | 7,139 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Kentucky (United States) |
| County | Whitley County |
| Postal code | 40701–40702 |
| Phone Area Codes | 606 |
| Area | 20.55 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 36.9487,-84.0969 |
| Altitude | 1,079 feet / 329 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1800 (226 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 00:29:40 (17th April 2026) |
| Density | 347 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -2.31% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 58℉ Slight Chance Rain Showers 7-days weather |
Geography
Corbin is located at 36°56'55"N 84°5'49"W (36.9487000, -84.0968800).
Corbin map
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Weather
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Corbin decreased by 2.31% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 7,304 | - | census |
| 2011 | 7,297 | -0.1% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 7,247 | -0.69% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 7,262 | 0.21% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 7,245 | -0.23% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 7,269 | 0.33% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 7,275 | 0.08% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 7,241 | -0.47% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 7,211 | -0.42% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 7,202 | -0.12% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 7,139 | -0.88% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Corbin
1The Great Escape
1220 Master St Ste 1, Corbin, KY 40701, United States View details
Phone: +16067659452 | Website available
2Cumberland Star Riverboat
Mouth of Laurel, Corbin, KY 40701, United States View details
Phone: +16065267238 | Website available
3Corbin Tourism Commission
222 Corbin Center Dr, Corbin, KY 40701, United States View details
Phone: +16065288860 | Website available
4GE Transportation
100 N Depot St, Corbin, KY 40701, United States View details
Where to Eat in Corbin
1Cumberland Falls State Resort Park
7351 Hwy 90, Corbin, KY 40701, United States View details
Phone: +16065284121 | Website available
2Sonny's BBQ
200 KY-770, Corbin, KY 40701, United States View details
Phone: +16065260000 | Website available
3Cracker Barrel Old Country Store
84 Adams Rd, Corbin, KY 40701, United States View details
Phone: +16065230522 | Website available
4Applebee's Grill + Bar
50 Corbin Center Dr, Corbin, KY 40701, United States View details
Phone: +16065280465 | Website available
5Bojangles
1858 Cumberland Falls Hwy, Corbin, KY 40701, United States View details
Phone: +16062153490 | Website available
Where to Stay in Corbin
1Baymont by Wyndham Corbin
174 Adams Rd, Corbin, KY 40701, United States View details
Phone: +16066209884 | Website available
2Hampton Inn Corbin
125 Adams Rd, Corbin, KY 40701, United States View details
Phone: +16065235696 | Website available
3Red Roof Inn & Suites Corbin
1888 Cumberland Falls Hwy, Corbin, KY 40701, United States View details
Phone: +16065261400 | Website available
4Motel 6 Corbin, KY
1891 Cumberland Falls Hwy, Corbin, KY 40701, United States View details
Phone: +16062153113 | Website available
People born in Corbin (15)
People born in Corbin, including musician and songwriter Bill Watkins, basketball player-coach Frank Selvy, basketball player Bob Cluggish, .
More notable people
- Jerry Bird (American basketball player) he was born in 02/02/1935
- Evelyn Bryan Johnson (aviator) she was born in 04/11/1909
- Dan Neal (American football player) he was born in 30/08/1949
- Danny C. Reeves (United States federal judge) he was born in 01/01/1957
- Rick Engle (American baseball player) he was born in 07/04/1957
- Rodger Bird (American football player (1943-2020)) he was born in 02/07/1943
- Roy Kidd (American football player and coach) he was born in 04/12/1931
- David Livingston he was born in 10/01/1925
- Jarrett Stidham (American-football player (born 1996)) he was born in 08/08/1996
- Marion Killinger (actress) she was born in 12/07/1941
- Calvin Bird (American-football player (1938-2013)) he was born in 11/02/1938
- David Kidd (American-born writer, teacher, and historian of China and Japan) he was born in 01/01/1926
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Corbin, KY. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 157863 | Union College | Barbourville (KY) | 40906-1499 |
Closest post offices linked to Corbin.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Corbin Post Office | Corbin (KY) | 40701 |
Other cities in Whitley County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Whitley County , KY.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Williamsburg | 5,384 | City in Kentucky |
Distance to Other Cities
Corbin distances to largest Kentucky cities