Monticello, Kentucky
Monticello: city in Kentucky, United States
About
Monticello is a city located in the county of Wayne in the U.S. state of Kentucky. Its population at the 2010 census was 6,188 and a population density of 404 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 5,906 inhabitants.
The city was created 225 years ago in 1800.
Quick Facts about Monticello
| Population | 5,906 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Kentucky (United States) |
| County | Wayne County |
| Postal code | 42633 |
| Phone Area Codes | 606 |
| Area | 15.31 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 36.8298,-84.8491 |
| Altitude | 922 feet / 281 meters |
| Capital city | Monticello is capital of Wayne County |
| Establishment | January 01, 1801 (225 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone |
| Local time | 00:51:18 (18th April 2026) |
| Density | 386 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -4.77% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 85℉ Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms 7-days weather |
Wayne County Kentucky courthouse image
Geography
Monticello is located at 36°49'47"N 84°50'57"W (36.8297900, -84.8491100).
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Weather
85°F
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
2 to 13 mph SSW
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Monticello decreased by 4.77% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 6,188 | - | census |
| 2011 | 6,201 | 0.21% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 6,172 | -0.47% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 6,154 | -0.29% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 6,102 | -0.85% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 6,094 | -0.13% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 6,121 | 0.44% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 6,086 | -0.58% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 6,022 | -1.06% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 5,988 | -0.57% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 5,906 | -1.39% | estimation process |
Demographic Facts
| Estimated population as of July 1, 2019 : | 85,512 |
| Based on demographic estimates as of April 1, 2010 : | 91,157 |
| Based on demographic estimates as of 1 April 2010 : | -6.2% |
| April 1, 2020 Population : | 86,070 |
| April 1, 2010 Population : | 91,108 |
| People under 5 years old, percentage : | 5.3% |
| People under 18 years old, percentage : | 19.9% |
| People over 65 (%) : | 22.5% |
| Female persons, % : | 51.6% |
| White only, percent : | 92.9% |
| Black or African American alone, percent : | 4.4% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native only, % : | 0.2% |
| Asians alone % : | 0.5% |
| Only Native Hawaiians and Other Pacific Islanders, % : | Z |
| % of people who have participated in two or more races : | 2.1% |
| % of Hispanic or Latino : | 1.6% |
| White people, not Hispanic or Latino people, make up the majority of the population. : | 91.6% |
| 2015-2019 Veterans : | 6,299 |
| Percentage of foreign-born people, 2015-2019 : | 1.5% |
| Residential units, July 1, 2019 : | 41,361 |
Monticello zip code is 42633.
County name: Wayne, County
fips: 21231
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Economic Facts
| Residential units, July 1, 2019 : | 41,361 |
| Rate of owner-occupied housing units, 2015-2019 : | 74.5% |
| Owner-occupied housing unit median value, 2015-2019 : | $111,300 |
| From 2015 to 2019, the median selected monthly owner costs - with a mortgage : | $1,121 |
| Monthly owner costs, without a mortgage, at the median, 2015-2019 : | $464 |
| 2015-2019 median gross rent : | $696 |
| Permits for construction, 2020 : | 64 |
| 2015-2019 Households : | 37,055 |
| Population per household, 2015-2019 : | 2.28 |
| Living in the same house a year ago, percentage of people aged one year and up, 2015-2019 : | 89.3% |
| Languages other than English spoken at home, as a percentage of people aged 5 and up, 2015-2019 : | 4.3% |
| Households with computers, %, 2015-2019 : | 84.9% |
| Percentage of households with a broadband Internet subscription, 2015-2019 : | 77.9% |
| Percentage of people aged 25 and up with a high school diploma or higher, 2015-2019 : | 90.8% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher, proportion of people aged 25 and up, 2015-2019 : | 22.1% |
| Percentage of people under the age of 65 who have a disability, 2015-2019 : | 13.2% |
| Persons under the age of 65 who do not have health insurance, as a percentage : | 6.6% |
| Total civilian labor force, percent of population aged 16 and up, 2015-2019 : | 58.9% |
| Female labor force participation in the civilian labor force, as a percentage of the population aged 16 and up, 2015-2019 : | 53.7% |
| Total sales of lodging and food services in 2012 ($1,000) : | 89,022 |
| Total receipts/revenue for health care and social assistance in 2012 ($1,000) : | 501,693 |
| Manufacturers' total shipments in 2012 ($1,000) : | 1,819,437 |
| 2012 total retail sales ($1,000) : | 838,738 |
| 2012 total retail sales per capita : | $9,333 |
| Mean commute time to work (in minutes), workers aged 16 and up, 2015-2019 : | 23.5 |
| 2015-2019 median household income (in 2019 dollars) : | $50,204 |
| Income per capita in the previous 12 months (in 2019 dollars), 2015-2019 : | $28,926 |
| Percentage of people living in poverty : | 12.3% |
| Total number of employer establishments, 2019 : | 1,926 |
| 2019 total employment : | 26,034 |
| 2019 total annual payroll ($1,000) : | 1,052,022 |
| Total employment, change in percentage terms, 2018-2019 : | 1.3% |
| 2018 total non-employer establishments : | 5,025 |
| Total number of businesses in 2012 : | 6,244 |
| Men-owned businesses in 2012 : | 3,411 |
| Women-owned businesses in 2012 : | 1,952 |
| Minority-owned businesses in 2012 : | 237 |
| Non-minority-owned businesses in 2012 : | 5,701 |
| Veteran-owned businesses in 2012 : | 611 |
| Nonveteran-owned businesses in 2012 : | 5,196 |
| 2010 population per square mile : | 254.4 |
| 2010 land area in square miles : | 358.18 |
Best Things to Do in Monticello
1Mill Springs Park
Rating: 4.8 (365)
1116 Duncan Ramsey Rd, Monticello, KY 42633, United States View details
2Fall Creek Recreation Area
Rating: 4.8 (64)
874 New Fall Creek Rd, Monticello, KY 42633, United States View details
Phone: +18884481474 | Website available
Where to Stay in Monticello
1Golden Pond Resort
Rating: 4.6 (78)
56 Golden Pond Rd, Monticello, KY 42633, United States View details
Phone: +16062782314 | Website available
People born in Monticello (8)
People born in Monticello, including politician Alvan Cullom, politician Shelby Moore Cullom, basketball player Whitey Bell, .
More notable people
- Carl Barton Huffaker (American entomologist) he was born in 30/09/1914
- Clyde Davenport (Old-time fiddler and banjo player) he was born in 21/10/1921
- Sara Beth Gregory (American politician and lawyer) she was born in 05/09/1982
- Martin Massengale he was born in 25/10/1933
- Don Parmley (bluegrass musician) he was born in 19/10/1933
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Monticello, KY. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 157711 | Somerset Community College | Somerset (KY) | 42501-2973 |
Closest post offices linked to Monticello.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Monticell Post Office | Monticello (KY) | 42633 |
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Distance to Other Cities
Monticello distances to largest Kentucky cities