Dawson Springs, Kentucky
Dawson Springs: city in Kentucky, United States of America
About
Dawson Springs is a city located in the county of Hopkins in the U.S. state of Kentucky. Its population at the 2010 census was 2,764 and a population density of 272 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 2,629 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Dawson Springs
| Population | 2,629 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Kentucky (United States) |
| County | Hopkins County |
| Postal code | 42408 |
| Area | 10.18 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 37.1673,-87.6925 |
| Altitude | 420 feet / 128 meters |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 13:58:25 (15th April 2026) |
| Density | 258 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -5.14% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 68℉ Partly Cloudy 7-days weather |
Geography
Dawson Springs is located at 37°10'2"N 87°41'33"W (37.1672700, -87.6925100).
Dawson Springs map
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Weather
Partly cloudy, with a low around 68. South southwest wind around 9 mph.
7-Day ForecastDemographics
According to census records, the population of Dawson Springs decreased by 5.14% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 2,764 | - | census |
| 2011 | 2,761 | -0.11% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 2,748 | -0.47% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 2,736 | -0.44% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 2,723 | -0.48% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 2,717 | -0.22% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 2,690 | -1% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 2,669 | -0.79% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 2,653 | -0.6% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 2,631 | -0.84% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 2,629 | -0.08% | estimation process |
People born in Dawson Springs (4)
People born in Dawson Springs, including politician and 61st governor of Kentucky Steve Beshear, United States Navy Air Medal recipient Earle B. Hall, Assistant to the President of the United States J. Scott Jennings, .
More notable people
- Reba Rambo McGuire (American singer) she was born in 17/10/1951
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Dawson Springs, KY. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 157304 | Madisonville Community College | Madisonville (KY) | 42431 |
| 156860 | Hopkinsville Community College | Hopkinsville (KY) | 42240 |
| 421513 | Ross College-Hopkinsville | Hopkinsville (KY) | 42240-4948 |
Nearby Transit Stations (5)
Rail and bus stations connected to Dawson Springs, KY. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| 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 |
| VNA | Vienna, IL | 504 West Vine Street | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Dawson Springs.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Dawson Spring Post Office | Dawson Springs (KY) | 42408 |
| Saint Charl Post Office | Saint Charles (KY) | 42453 |
| Princeton Post Office | Princeton (KY) | 42445 |
| Earlington Post Office | Earlington (KY) | 42410 |
| Mortons Ga Post Office | Mortons Gap (KY) | 42440 |
Other cities in Hopkins County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Hopkins County , KY.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Madisonville | 18,656 | County seat in Kentucky |
| Earlington | 1,321 | City in Hopkins County, Kentucky, United States of America |
| Nortonville | 1,147 | City in Hopkins County, Kentucky, United States of America |
| White Plains | 900 | City in Hopkins County, Kentucky, United States of America |
| Mortons Gap | 825 | City in Hopkins County, Kentucky, United States of America |
| Hanson | 709 | City in Kentucky, United States |
| Saint Charles | 269 | City in Hopkins County, Kentucky, United States |
| Nebo | 225 | City in Hopkins County, Kentucky, United States of America |
Distance to Other Cities
Dawson Springs distances to largest Kentucky cities