Frankfort, Kentucky
Frankfort: county seat city in Franklin County, Kentucky, USA and Kentucky federated state capital city
About
Frankfort is a city located in the county of Franklin in the U.S. state of Kentucky. Its population at the 2010 census was 25,527 and a population density of 654 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 27,715 inhabitants.
The city was created 240 years ago in 1785.
Quick Facts about Frankfort
| Population | 27,715 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Kentucky (United States) |
| County | Franklin County |
| Phone Area Codes | 502 |
| Area | 39.03 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 38.2009,-84.8733 |
| Altitude | 509 feet / 155 meters |
| Capital city | Frankfort is capital of Kentucky, Franklin County |
| Establishment | January 01, 1786 (240 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone |
| Local time | 03:31:15 (11th April 2026) |
| Postal code | 40601 |
| Density | 710 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 7.89% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 73℉ Chance Rain Showers 7-days weather |
Geography
Frankfort is located at 38°12'3"N 84°52'24"W (38.2009100, -84.8732800).
Frankfort map
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Weather
A chance of rain showers. Partly sunny, with a high near 73. Northeast wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Frankfort increased by 7.89% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 25,527 | - | census |
| 2011 | 27,359 | 6.7% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 27,309 | -0.18% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 27,261 | -0.18% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 27,411 | 0.55% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 27,583 | 0.62% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 27,641 | 0.21% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 27,660 | 0.07% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 27,719 | 0.21% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 27,755 | 0.13% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 27,715 | -0.14% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Frankfort
1Buffalo Trace Distillery
113 Great Buffalo Trace, Frankfort, KY 40601, United States View details
Phone: +18667293722 | Website available
2Cove Spring Park
100 Cove Spring Rd, Frankfort, KY 40601, United States View details
Phone: +15022236965 | Website available
3Salato Wildlife Center
1 Sportsman's Ln, Frankfort, KY 40601, United States View details
Phone: +15025647863 | Website available
4River View Park
404 Wilkinson Blvd, Frankfort, KY 40601, United States View details
Website available
5Lakeview Park
112 Park Ave, Frankfort, KY 40601, United States View details
Phone: +15026958431 | Website available
Where to Eat in Frankfort
1Cracker Barrel Old Country Store
161 Bizzack Blvd, Frankfort, KY 40601, United States View details
Phone: +15028484035 | Website available
2Steak 'n Shake
335 Leonardwood Dr, Frankfort, KY 40601, United States View details
Phone: +15028750200 | Website available
3Frisch's Big Boy
1302 US-127 S, Frankfort, KY 40601, United States View details
Phone: +15022277915 | Website available
4LongHorn Steakhouse
101 Westridge Drive, Frankfort, KY 40601, United States View details
Phone: +15028751500 | Website available
5Chili's
345 Leonardwood Dr, Frankfort, KY 40601, United States View details
Phone: +15022230810 | Website available
Where to Stay in Frankfort
1Best Western Parkside Inn
80 Chenault Rd, Frankfort, KY 40601, United States View details
Phone: +15026956111 | Website available
2Hampton Inn Frankfort
1310 US 127 South, Frankfort, KY 40601, United States View details
Phone: +15022237600 | Website available
3Days Inn by Wyndham Frankfort
1051B US 127 South, I-64, Frankfort, KY 40601, United States View details
Phone: +15028752200 | Website available
4Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Frankfort
40 Chenault Rd, Frankfort, KY 40601, United States View details
Phone: +15026958881 | Website available
5Holiday Inn Express & Suites Frankfort, an IHG Hotel
1000 Vandalay Dr, Frankfort, KY 40601, United States View details
Phone: +15023524650 | Website available
Services and Civic Places in Frankfort
1Kentucky Department of Agriculture
111 Corporate Dr, Frankfort, KY 40601, United States View details
Phone: +15025730282 | Website available
2Governor's Office Of Agricultural Policy
404 Ann St, Frankfort, KY 40601, United States View details
Phone: +15025644627 | Website available
3US Animal Plant Health Inspection
105 Corporate Dr, Frankfort, KY 40601, United States View details
Phone: +15028482040 | Website available
People born in Frankfort (56)
People born in Frankfort, including actor and singer Will Chase, lawyer and army officer Daniel Weisiger Adams, U.S. politician George Graham Vest, .
More notable people
- Humphrey Marshall (United States Congressman and general in the Confederate States Army (1812-1872)) he was born in 13/01/1812
- Thomas Carlin (American politician (1789-1852)) he was born in 18/07/1789
- Charles James Brenham (American mayor (1817-1876)) he was born in 06/11/1817
- Elizabeth ann hulett (profesionnal manager) she was born in 19/11/1960
- Evan E. Settle (American politician (1848-1899)) he was born in 01/12/1848
- Albert B. Fall (American politician (1861-1944)) he was born in 26/11/1861
- John Cummins Edwards (Historical US Democrat politician (1804-1888)) he was born in 24/06/1804
- John Glover South (American diplomat) he was born in 23/01/1873
- William Wirt Adams (Confederate States Army general (1819-1888)) he was born in 22/03/1819
- Thomas Francis Marshall (American politician) he was born in 07/06/1801
- Joseph Rodes Buchanan (American physician) he was born in 11/12/1814
- Albert Taylor Bledsoe (American priest, mathematician and army officer) he was born in 09/11/1809
- Archer Prewitt (musician) he was born in 01/01/1963
- Benjamin Milam (Texan revolutionary) he was born in 20/10/1788
- Bob Custer (American actor (1898-1974)) he was born in 18/10/1898
- Crit Luallen (American politician) she was born in 21/07/1952
- Dick Crutcher (Major League Baseball pitcher) he was born in 14/04/1914
- Eddie Bacon (American baseball player) he was born in 08/04/1895
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Frankfort, KY. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 157058 | Kentucky State University | Frankfort (KY) | 40601-2355 |
Nearby Transit Stations (4)
Rail and bus stations connected to Frankfort, KY. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| LVL | Louisville, Kentucky | 720 West Muhammad Ali Blvd. | BUS |
| CIN | Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal | 1301 Western Ave. | RAIL |
| CIG | Cincinnati, OH | 1005 Gilbert Avenue | BUS |
| MAY | Maysville | West Front St & Rosemary Clooney St | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Frankfort.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Frankfor Post Office | Frankfort (KY) | 40601 |
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- Frankfort, Michigan city in Benzie County, Michigan, United States of America with a population of 1,289 people.
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Distance to Other Cities
Frankfort distances to largest Kentucky cities