Elliott County, Kentucky
Elliott County: county in Kentucky, United States
About
Elliott County is a county located in the U.S. state of Kentucky. As of the 2010 census, the population was 7,852 and a population density of 13 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 county had an estimated population of 7,372 inhabitants. Its county seat is Sandy Hook. The county was created 157 years ago in 1869.
County Snapshot
Elliott County at a glance
Elliott County currently has 1 quality-checked populated place pages linked on MapSof, making it easier to jump from the county overview into local city pages.
Mapped populated places
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Open related pagesLargest city
Sandy HookPopulation 597
Top linked places
Quick Facts about Elliott County
| Population | 7,372 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Kentucky (United States) |
| Area | 609 km2 |
| Water as percent of area | 0.4% |
| Land as percent of area | 99.6% |
| Latitude & Longitude | 38.1179,-83.0976 |
| Named for | John Milton Elliott |
| Altitude | 850 feet / 259 meters |
| Capital | Sandy Hook |
| Establishment | January 26, 1869 |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone |
| Local time | 18:01:30 (17th April 2026) |
| Density | 12 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -6.51% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 87℉ Chance Rain Showers 7-days weather |
Geography
Elliott County is located at 38°7'4"N 83°5'51"W (38.1178900, -83.0976200). It has 4 neighbors: Rowan County, Carter County, Lawrence County and Morgan County.
Elliott County map
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The largest city of Elliott County is Sandy Hook with a population of 597. . See all Elliott County cities & populated places.
Elliott County Populated Places
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Elliott County.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Sandy Hook | 597 | City in Kentucky |
Weather
A chance of rain showers before 2pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 87. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
7-Day ForecastOfficial website of Elliott County
Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Elliott County decreased by 6.51% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 7,852 | - | census |
| 2011 | 7,782 | -0.9% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 7,633 | -1.95% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 7,551 | -1.09% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 7,532 | -0.25% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 7,548 | 0.21% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 7,491 | -0.76% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 7,493 | 0.03% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 7,499 | 0.08% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 7,517 | 0.24% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 7,372 | -1.97% | estimation process |
People born in Elliott County (1)
American racing driver Chuck Parsons was born in Elliott County
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