Knott County, Kentucky
Knott County: county in Kentucky, United States
About
Knott County is a county located in the U.S. state of Kentucky. As of the 2010 census, the population was 16,346 and a population density of 18 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 county had an estimated population of 14,512 inhabitants. Its county seat is Hindman. The county was created 141 years ago in 1884.
County Snapshot
Knott County at a glance
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Mapped populated places
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Quick Facts about Knott County
| Population | 14,512 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Kentucky (United States) |
| Area | 914 km2 |
| Water as percent of area | 0.4% |
| Land as percent of area | 99.6% |
| Latitude & Longitude | 37.3541,-82.9541 |
| Named for | J. Proctor Knott |
| Altitude | 1,325 feet / 404 meters |
| Capital | Hindman |
| Establishment | May 05, 1884 |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone |
| Local time | 03:51:49 (17th April 2026) |
| Density | 16 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -12.64% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 53℉ Partly Cloudy 7-days weather |
Geography
Knott County is located at 37°21'15"N 82°57'15"W (37.3540500, -82.9541300). It has 6 neighbors: Floyd County, Breathitt County, Letcher County, Magoffin County, Perry County and Pike County.
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The largest city of Knott County is Hindman with a population of 663. Other cities include and Pippa Passes population 606. See all Knott County cities & populated places.
Knott County Populated Places
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Knott County.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Hindman | 663 | Human settlement in Knott County, Kentucky, United States of America |
| Pippa Passes | 606 | City in the U. |
Weather
Partly cloudy. Low around 53, with temperatures rising to around 54 overnight. Southwest wind around 3 mph. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of...
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Knott County decreased by 12.64% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 16,346 | - | census |
| 2011 | 16,312 | -0.21% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 16,127 | -1.15% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 16,092 | -0.22% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 15,944 | -0.93% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 15,680 | -1.68% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 15,492 | -1.21% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 15,244 | -1.63% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 15,076 | -1.11% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 14,806 | -1.82% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 14,512 | -2.03% | estimation process |
People born in Knott County (3)
People born in Knott County, including politician Robert L. Bailey, writer Lady Sheba, Hiram Stamper, .
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|---|---|---|
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