Harrodsburg, Kentucky
Harrodsburg: city in the Commonwealth of Kentucky, United Sates of America
About
Harrodsburg is a city located in the county of Mercer in the U.S. state of Kentucky. Its population at the 2010 census was 8,340 and a population density of 465 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 8,544 inhabitants.
The city was created 251 years ago in 1774.
Quick Facts about Harrodsburg
| Population | 8,544 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Kentucky (United States) |
| County | Mercer County |
| Postal code | 40330 |
| Phone Area Codes | 859 |
| Area | 17.95 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 37.7623,-84.8433 |
| Named for | James Harrod |
| Altitude | 853 feet / 260 meters |
| Capital city | Harrodsburg is capital of Mercer County |
| Establishment | June 16, 1774 (251 years ago) |
| Time Zone | UTC−05:00 |
| Local time | 05:38:43 (15th April 2026) |
| Density | 476 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 2.39% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 86℉ Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms 7-days weather |
Geography
Harrodsburg is located at 37°45'44"N 84°50'36"W (37.7623000, -84.8432900).
Harrodsburg map
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Weather
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Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Harrodsburg increased by 2.39% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 8,340 | - | census |
| 2011 | 8,341 | 0.01% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 8,353 | 0.14% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 8,334 | -0.23% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 8,353 | 0.23% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 8,353 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 8,354 | 0.01% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 8,399 | 0.54% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 8,451 | 0.62% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 8,533 | 0.96% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 8,544 | 0.13% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Harrodsburg
1Old Fort Harrod State Park
100 S College St, Harrodsburg, KY 40330, United States View details
Phone: +18597343314 | Website available
2Anderson Dean Community Park
1501 Louisville Rd, Harrodsburg, KY 40330, United States View details
Phone: +18597349167 | Website available
3Fulling Mill Falls
Harrodsburg, KY 40330, United States View details
4Central Kentucky Tours
200 Sexton Rd, Harrodsburg, KY 40330, United States View details
Phone: +18594923413 | Website available
5Shakertown Church
Harrodsburg, KY 40330, United States View details
Where to Stay in Harrodsburg
1The Inn at Shaker Village
3501 Lexington Rd, Harrodsburg, KY 40330, United States View details
Phone: +18007345611 | Website available
Services and Civic Places in Harrodsburg
1US Agricultural Services
225 Morris Dr, Harrodsburg, KY 40330, United States View details
Phone: +18597344326 | Website available
People born in Harrodsburg (26)
People born in Harrodsburg, including politician Abram Comingo, politician Beriah Magoffin, Lawyer, judge and politician Atterson W. Rucker, .
More notable people
- Buddy Edelen (American marathoner) he was born in 22/09/1937
- John Burton Thompson (American politician (1810-1874)) he was born in 14/12/1810
- John Montgomery Glover (American politician (1822-1891)) he was born in 04/09/1822
- Philip B. Thompson, Jr. (American politician) he was born in 15/10/1845
- Philip Thompson (American politician) he was born in 20/08/1789
- William Logan (American politician) he was born in 08/12/1776
- Al Wilson (actor (1895-1932)) he was born in 01/12/1895
- Enoch Steen (United States Army officer and western explorer) he was born in 22/02/1800
- Frances Wisebart Jacobs (American philanthropist) she was born in 29/03/1843
- James Ben Ali Haggin (American lawyer) he was born in 09/12/1822
- James H. McBride (Confederate Army general) he was born in 01/01/1814
- Jason Dunn (American football player) he was born in 15/11/1973
- Maria Thompson Daviess (American novelist (1872-1924)) she was born in 25/11/1872
- Ralph G. Anderson (American engineer, entrepreneur, and philanthropist.) he was born in 19/07/1923
- William H. Worthington (American lawyer (1828-1862)) he was born in 02/11/1828
- Hugh Ware McKee he was born in 24/12/1840
- Mike Harmon (American politician) he was born in 16/10/1966
- Maria T. Daviess (American author (1814-1896)) she was born in 31/10/1814
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Harrodsburg, KY. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 156408 | Centre College | Danville (KY) | 40422-1394 |
Nearby Transit Stations (1)
Rail and bus stations connected to Harrodsburg, KY. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| LVL | Louisville, Kentucky | 720 West Muhammad Ali Blvd. | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Harrodsburg.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Harrodsburg Post Office | Harrodsburg (KY) | 40330 |
Other cities in Mercer County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Mercer County , KY.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Burgin | 994 | Human settlement in Mercer County, Kentucky, United States of America |
Distance to Other Cities
Harrodsburg distances to largest Kentucky cities