Murray, Kentucky
Murray: city in Calloway County, Kentucky, United States
About
Murray is a city located in the county of Calloway in the U.S. state of Kentucky. Its population at the 2010 census was 17,741 and a population density of 588 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 19,437 inhabitants.
The city was created 204 years ago in 1821.
Quick Facts about Murray
| Population | 19,437 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Kentucky (United States) |
| County | Calloway County |
| Postal code | 42071 |
| Phone Area Codes | 270 |
| Area | 30.17 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 36.6103,-88.3148 |
| Named for | John L. Murray |
| Altitude | 535 feet / 163 meters |
| Capital city | Murray is capital of Calloway County |
| Establishment | January 01, 1822 (204 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 06:05:42 (15th April 2026) |
| Density | 644 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 8.73% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 84℉ Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms 7-days weather |
Geography
Murray is located at 36°36'37"N 88°18'53"W (36.6103300, -88.3147600).
Murray map
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Weather
A slight chance of rain showers before 1pm, then a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 84. South southwest wind...
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Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Murray increased by 8.73% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 17,741 | - | census |
| 2011 | 18,047 | 1.7% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 18,305 | 1.41% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 18,646 | 1.83% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 18,643 | -0.02% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 19,014 | 1.95% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 19,045 | 0.16% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 19,170 | 0.65% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 19,284 | 0.59% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 19,327 | 0.22% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 19,437 | 0.57% | estimation process |
People born in Murray (24)
People born in Murray, including actress Molly Sims, actress Leigh-Allyn Baker, Convicted murderer Rod Ferrell, .
More notable people
- Carroll Hubbard (American politician) he was born in 07/07/1937
- Charles W. Milliken (American politician (1827-1915)) he was born in 15/08/1827
- Frank Stubblefield (American politician (1907-1977)) he was born in 05/04/1907
- Nathan Stubblefield (American radio pioneer) he was born in 22/11/1860
- Seth Morrison (American alpine skier) he was born in 30/11/1973
- Cleanth Brooks (American literary critic and academic) he was born in 16/10/1906
- Bob Warren (American basketball player) he was born in 17/07/1946
- Chuck Taylor (American professional wrestler) he was born in 22/04/1986
- George Stone (American basketball player) he was born in 09/02/1946
- Billy Lane Lauffer (United States Army Medal of Honor recipient) he was born in 20/10/1945
- John Noble Wilford (American journalist) he was born in 04/10/1933
- Pat Osburn (American baseball player) he was born in 04/04/1949
- Shane Andrus (Player of American football) he was born in 02/10/1980
- T. R. M. Howard (Civil rights activist) he was born in 04/03/1908
- Timothy D. Adams (American politician) he was born in 31/10/1961
- Kellie Overbey (actress) she was born in 21/11/1964
- Gene Graham (American journalist and educator) he was born in 26/08/1924
- Gregory V. Jones he was born in 01/01/1959
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Murray, KY. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 157401 | Murray State University | Murray (KY) | 42071-3318 |
| 221281 | Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Paris | Paris (TN) | 38242 |
Nearby Transit Stations (6)
Rail and bus stations connected to Murray, KY. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| FTN | Fulton | 21 Newton Rd. | RAIL |
| PAD | Paducah, KY | 2719 Irvin Cobb Avenue | BUS |
| CRK | Clarksville, TN | 11 Jefferson Street \r\n | BUS |
| NBN | Newbern–Dyersburg | 108 Jefferson St | RAIL |
| VNA | Vienna, IL | 504 West Vine Street | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Murray.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Murray Post Office | Murray (KY) | 42071 |
Other places with the same name (5)
- Murray, Utah The most populous city in Salt Lake County, Utah. with a population of 48,355 people.
- Murray, New York town in New York, United States with a population of 4,613 people.
- Murray, Iowa city in Iowa, United States with a population of 681 people.
- Murray, Nebraska village in Case County, Nebraska, United States with a population of 484 people.
- Murray, Minnesota county in Minnesota, United States of America with a population of 170 people.
Other cities in Calloway County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Calloway County , KY.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Hazel | 407 | Home rule-class city in Calloway County, Kentucky, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Murray distances to largest Kentucky cities