Cities & Towns in Kentucky,

Kentucky, Located in the Upland South of the United States, this state is bordered by the Ohio River to the north. Its capital is Frankfort, and its largest city is Louisville. It is known for its bourbon distilleries, horse racing, and college basketball.. As of 2020 state had an estimated population of 4,477,251 inhabitants. The state was created 233 years ago in 1792. Its capital city is Frankfort.

There are 45 city/town in Kentucky, . The largest city of Kentucky is Saint Matthews with a population of 17,985. Other cities include, Shelbyville population 16,790, Shively population 15,690, Shepherdsville population 12,297, Somerset population 11,829

Saint Matthews
Saint Matthews

Saint Matthews, City

Shelbyville
Shelbyville

Shelbyville, Township in Shelby County, Illinois

Shively
Shively

Shively, Home rule-class city in Jefferson County, Kentucky, United States

From thoroughbred racing to bourbon distilleries, Kentucky’s unique culture and natural beauty make it a distinctive vacation destination. Home to over 4 million residents, top destinations within Kentucky’s 40,000 square miles include:

Louisville – Kentucky’s largest city, Louisville delights visitors with urban attractions like the Muhammad Ali Center, Louisville Slugger Museum, vibrant restaurant scene, and the iconic Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs.

Lexington – Nicknamed the “Horse Capital of the World,” Lexington revolves around thoroughbreds with horse farms, the Kentucky Horse Park, and the Keeneland racecourse. Its bourbon distillery scene is also booming.

Bardstown – Dubbed the “Bourbon Capital of the World,” Bardstown provides a charming small town base for visiting its famous whiskey distilleries and the Oscar Getz Museum of Whiskey.

Northern Kentucky – Just south of Cincinnati, Northern Kentucky tempts with family-friendly attractions like the Creation Museum and Ark Encounter along with picturesque Ohio River towns.

Bowling Green – In south central Kentucky, Bowling Green impresses visitors with Mammoth Cave National Park, Corvette Museum, Lost River Cave, and charming downtown filled with boutiques, restaurants and bars.

Blending small town hospitality with urban attractions, Kentucky offers distinctive vacation opportunities focused on bourbon, horses, caves, and southern culture.

All Kentucky Cities (Aphebetical)

List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Kentucky.

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City Name County Population
Saint Matthews Jefferson 17,985
Shelbyville Shelby 16,790
Shively Jefferson 15,690
Shepherdsville Bullitt 12,297
Somerset Pulaski 11,829
Saint Dennis Jefferson 9,177
Scottsville Allen 4,548
Southgate Campbell 4,046
Stanford Lincoln 3,644
Springfield Washington 2,987
Simpsonville Shelby 2,963
Stanton Powell 2,674
Sturgis Union 1,792
Salyersville Magoffin 1,639
Sebree Webster 1,523
Saint Regis Park Jefferson 1,496
Stearns McCreary 1,416
Silver Grove Campbell 1,198
South Shore Greenup 1,049
Stamping Ground Scott 822
Smiths Grove Warren 817
Salem Livingston 717
Seneca Gardens Jefferson 710
Science Hill Pulaski 693
Spring Valley Jefferson 687
Strathmoor Village Jefferson 661
Sandy Hook Elliott 597
Sonora Hardin 523
Sacramento McLean 438
Sadieville Scott 371
Strathmoor Manor Jefferson 341
Sharpsburg Bath 338
Salt Lick Bath 322
Spring Mill Jefferson 297
Smithland Livingston 279
Sparta Gallatin 273
Saint Charles Hopkins 269
Sanders Carroll 236
Slaughters Webster 206
South Carrollton Muhlenberg 181
Sycamore Jefferson 166
Saint Mary Marion 134
Smithfield Henry 115
Sardis Mason 97
South Park View Jefferson 7
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County Cities on Map (45)