Crofton, Kentucky
Crofton: City in Kentucky, USA
About
Crofton is a city located in the county of Christian in the U.S. state of Kentucky. Its population at the 2010 census was 749 and a population density of 455 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 708 inhabitants.
The city was created 152 years ago in 1872.
Quick Facts about Crofton
| Population : | 708 (2020) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | Kentucky (United States) |
| County : | Christian County |
| Postal code : | 42217 |
| Area : | 1.64 km2 |
| Altitude : | 597 feet / 182 meters |
| Establishment : | January 01, 1873 (152 years ago) |
| Time Zone : | America/Chicago |
| Local time : | 13:51:48 (5th December 2025) |
| Density : | 430 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth : | -5.79% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Crofton is located at 37°2'52"N 87°29'6"W (37.0478200, -87.4850000).
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Demographics
According to census records, the population of Crofton decreased by 5.79% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 2010 | 749 | - | census |
| 2011 | 759 | 1.32% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 779 | 2.57% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 758 | -2.77% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 753 | -0.66% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 744 | -1.21% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 730 | -1.92% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 710 | -2.82% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 712 | 0.28% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 707 | -0.71% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 708 | 0.14% | estimation process |
Schools in Crofton
College & universities near Crofton, KY
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 156860 | Hopkinsville Community College | Hopkinsville (KY) | 42240 |
| 421513 | Ross College-Hopkinsville | Hopkinsville (KY) | 42240-4948 |
| 157304 | Madisonville Community College | Madisonville (KY) | 42431 |
| 418889 | North Central Institute | Clarksville (TN) | 37042 |
| 376677 | Queen City College | Clarksville (TN) | 37042 |
Stations (5)
Amtrak & bus stations near Crofton, KY
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| MDV | Madisonville, KY | 4765 Hanson Road | BUS |
| CRK | Clarksville, TN | 11 Jefferson Street \r\n | BUS |
| PAD | Paducah, KY | 2719 Irvin Cobb Avenue | BUS |
| EVN | Evansville, IN | 119 Northwest 6th Street | BUS |
| NVL | Nashville, TN | 705 5th Avenue South | BUS |
Post offices near Crofton
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Crofton Post Office | Crofton (KY) | 42217 |
Other places with the same name (3)
- Crofton , Maryland census place in Maryland, USA with a population of 27,348 people.
- Crofton , Nebraska city in Nebraska, USA with a population of 661 people.
Other cities in Christian County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Christian County , KY.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Hopkinsville | 30,899 | City in Christian County, Kentucky, United States |
| Oak Grove | 7,369 | City in Kentucky, United States |
| Pembroke | 890 | City in Christian County, Kentucky, United States |
| LaFayette | 161 | Human settlement in Christian County, Kentucky, United States of America |
| Fairview | 143 | Census designated place in Todd and Christian Counties, Kentucky, United States |
