Glasgow, Kentucky
Glasgow: city in Barren County, Kentucky, United States of America
About
Glasgow is a city located in the county of Barren in the U.S. state of Kentucky. Its population at the 2010 census was 14,028 and a population density of 340 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 14,411 inhabitants.
The city was created 227 years ago in 1798.
Quick Facts about Glasgow
| Population | 14,411 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Kentucky (United States) |
| County | Barren County |
| Phone Area Codes | 270 |
| Area | 41.3 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 36.9959,-85.9119 |
| Altitude | 755 feet / 230 meters |
| Capital city | Glasgow is capital of Barren County |
| Establishment | January 01, 1799 (227 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 11:39:31 (16th April 2026) |
| Postal code | 42141 |
| Density | 349 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 2.66% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 79℉ Showers And Thunderstorms Likely 7-days weather |
Geography
Glasgow is located at 36°59'45"N 85°54'43"W (36.9958800, -85.9119200).
Glasgow map
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Weather
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Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Glasgow increased by 2.66% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 14,028 | - | census |
| 2011 | 13,998 | -0.21% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 14,062 | 0.46% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 14,143 | 0.57% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 14,225 | 0.58% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 14,364 | 0.97% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 14,406 | 0.29% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 14,346 | -0.42% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 14,404 | 0.4% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 14,485 | 0.56% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 14,411 | -0.51% | estimation process |
People born in Glasgow (25)
People born in Glasgow, including journalist Diane Sawyer, singer, multi-instrumentalist, orchestra leader, and A&R man for Dot Records Billy Vaughn, politician John Pendleton King, .
More notable people
- Russel Bowles (American musician) he was born in 17/04/1909
- Arthur Krock (American newspaper correspondent and columnist) he was born in 16/11/1886
- Brian Doyle (American baseball player) he was born in 26/01/1955
- Courtney Johnson (musician) he was born in 20/12/1939
- Dan Morrison (baseball umpire) he was born in 21/01/1948
- Darrin Horn (American college basketball coach) he was born in 24/12/1972
- Dave Harris (American DJ) he was born in 25/02/1971
- Denny Doyle (American baseball player) he was born in 17/07/1944
- James F. Grinstead (American mayor) he was born in 15/11/1845
- John C. Bagby (American politician) he was born in 24/01/1819
- Julian Goodman (American journalist) he was born in 01/05/1922
- Russell E. Dougherty (United States general) he was born in 15/11/1920
- Jerry Lee Wells (American basketball player) he was born in 18/01/1944
- Steve Nunn (Kentucky politician) he was born in 04/11/1952
- Willa Brown (aviator, educator) she was born in 22/01/1906
- William T. Martin (Confederate Army general) he was born in 25/03/1823
- Jesse Bishop (American murderer) he was born in 01/03/1933
- Jack Curtice (American football coach, college athletics administrator) he was born in 24/05/1907
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Glasgow, KY. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 156754 | PJ's College of Cosmetology-Glasgow | Glasgow (KY) | 42141 |
Closest post offices linked to Glasgow.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Glasgow Post Office | Glasgow (KY) | 42141 |
Other places with the same name (6)
- Glasgow, Montana town in Montana with a population of 3,315 people.
- Glasgow, Virginia town in Virginia with a population of 1,107 people.
- Glasgow, Missouri town in Missouri with a population of 1,084 people.
- Glasgow, West Virginia town in West Virginia, United States with a population of 823 people.
- Glasgow, Illinois village in Scott County, Illinois, United States with a population of 133 people.
- Glasgow, Pennsylvania town in Pennsylvania with a population of 58 people.
Other cities in Barren County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Barren County , KY.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Cave City | 2,426 | City in Kentucky |
| Park City | 559 | Human settlement in Barren County, Kentucky, United States of America |
Distance to Other Cities
Glasgow distances to largest Kentucky cities