Hopkinsville, Kentucky
Hopkinsville: city in Christian County, Kentucky, United States
About
Hopkinsville is a city located in the county of Christian in the U.S. state of Kentucky. Its population at the 2010 census was 31,577 and a population density of 384 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 30,899 inhabitants.
The city was created 230 years ago in 1795.
Quick Facts about Hopkinsville
| Population | 30,899 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Kentucky (United States) |
| County | Christian County |
| Postal code | 42240 |
| Phone Area Codes | 270 |
| Area | 82.16 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 36.8656,-87.4912 |
| Altitude | 528 feet / 161 meters |
| Capital city | Hopkinsville is capital of Christian County |
| Establishment | January 01, 1796 (230 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 08:40:14 (16th April 2026) |
| Density | 376 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -2.19% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 80℉ Showers And Thunderstorms 7-days weather |
Geography
Hopkinsville is located at 36°51'56"N 87°29'28"W (36.8656100, -87.4911700).
Hopkinsville map
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Weather
A slight chance of rain showers before 7am, then showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 80. Southwest wind 9 to 13 mph, with gusts...
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Hopkinsville decreased by 2.19% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 31,577 | - | census |
| 2011 | 31,874 | 0.93% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 32,866 | 3.02% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 32,313 | -1.71% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 32,147 | -0.52% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 31,865 | -0.88% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 31,332 | -1.7% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 30,688 | -2.1% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 30,814 | 0.41% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 30,680 | -0.44% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 30,899 | 0.71% | estimation process |
People born in Hopkinsville (65)
People born in Hopkinsville, including author, feminist, and social activist bell hooks, purported clairvoyant healer and psychic Edgar Cayce, politician Austin Peay, .
More notable people
- Joseph Ralston (United States general) he was born in 04/11/1943
- Ed Whitfield (US politician) he was born in 25/05/1943
- Edward T. Breathitt (politician from the US state of Kentucky (1924-2003)) he was born in 26/11/1924
- Bird Averitt (American basketball player) he was born in 22/07/1952
- Charles K. Wheeler (American politician (1863-1933)) he was born in 18/04/1863
- Todd Rhodes (American musician) he was born in 31/08/1900
- Greg Buckner (American former professional basketball player, born 1976) he was born in 16/09/1976
- Chris Whitney (American basketball player) he was born in 05/10/1971
- John Brim (American Chicago blues guitarist, songwriter and singer) he was born in 10/04/1922
- John P. Campbell, Jr. (American politician (1820-1888)) he was born in 08/12/1820
- James W. Hall (American writer) he was born in 04/07/1947
- Thomas R. Underwood (American politician from Kentucky) he was born in 03/03/1898
- Vincent Herring (American jazz saxophonist and flautist) he was born in 19/11/1964
- Isiah Victor (American basketball player) he was born in 06/07/1978
- Keith Tandy (American football player) he was born in 12/02/1989
- Sean Daugherty (American basketball player) he was born in 20/11/1975
- Jack C. Haldeman II (American writer and biologist) he was born in 18/12/1941
- Artose Pinner (Player of American football) he was born in 05/01/1978
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Hopkinsville, KY. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 156860 | Hopkinsville Community College | Hopkinsville (KY) | 42240 |
Nearby Transit Stations (4)
Rail and bus stations connected to Hopkinsville, KY. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| CRK | Clarksville, TN | 11 Jefferson Street \r\n | BUS |
| MDV | Madisonville, KY | 4765 Hanson Road | BUS |
| PAD | Paducah, KY | 2719 Irvin Cobb Avenue | BUS |
| NVL | Nashville, TN | 705 5th Avenue South | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Hopkinsville.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Hopkinsvill Post Office | Hopkinsville (KY) | 42240 |
Other cities in Christian County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Christian County , KY.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Oak Grove | 7,369 | City in Kentucky, United States |
| Pembroke | 890 | City in Christian County, Kentucky, United States |
| Crofton | 708 | City in Kentucky, USA |
| LaFayette | 161 | Human settlement in Christian County, Kentucky, United States of America |
| Fairview | 143 | Census designated place in Todd and Christian Counties, Kentucky, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Hopkinsville distances to largest Kentucky cities