Owenton, Kentucky
Owenton: city in Kentucky, USA
About
Owenton is a city located in the county of Owen in the U.S. state of Kentucky. Its population at the 2010 census was 1,327 and a population density of 265 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 1,544 inhabitants.
The city was created 198 years ago in 1827.
Quick Facts about Owenton
| Population | 1,544 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Kentucky (United States) |
| County | Owen County |
| Different from | Owensboro |
| Postal code | 40359 |
| Phone Area Codes | 502 |
| Area | 5.01 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 38.5367,-84.8434 |
| Altitude | 968 feet / 295 meters |
| Capital city | Owenton is capital of Owen County |
| Establishment | January 01, 1828 (198 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 00:01:04 (18th April 2026) |
| Density | 308 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 14.05% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 78℉ Showers And Thunderstorms Likely 7-days weather |
Geography
Owenton is located at 38°32'12"N 84°50'36"W (38.5367200, -84.8433800).
Owenton map
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Weather
Showers and thunderstorms likely. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 78. Chance of precipitation is 70%.
7-Day ForecastDemographics
The population of Owenton increased by 14.05% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 1,327 | - | census |
| 2011 | 1,534 | 13.49% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 1,540 | 0.39% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 1,517 | -1.52% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 1,513 | -0.26% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 1,518 | 0.33% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 1,507 | -0.73% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 1,524 | 1.12% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 1,535 | 0.72% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 1,533 | -0.13% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 1,544 | 0.71% | estimation process |
Services and Civic Places in Owenton
1Owenton City Hall
220 Main St, Owenton, KY 40359 View details
Phone: +15024842313 | Website available
2Monterrey City Hall
Owenton, KY 40359 View details
People born in Owenton (5)
People born in Owenton, including politician Joseph L. Rhinock, Mormon pioneer Abraham O. Smoot, Recipient of the Navy Cross Arnold E. True, .
More notable people
- Dale Roberts (American baseball player) he was born in 12/04/1940
- Gerald W. Johnson (Lieutenant general in the United States Air Force) he was born in 10/07/1919
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Owenton, KY. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 157058 | Kentucky State University | Frankfort (KY) | 40601-2355 |
| 156745 | Georgetown College | Georgetown (KY) | 40324-1696 |
| 157377 | Midway University | Midway (KY) | 40347-1120 |
| 157438 | Gateway Community and Technical College | Florence (KY) | 41042 |
Nearby Transit Stations (4)
Rail and bus stations connected to Owenton, KY. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| CIN | Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal | 1301 Western Ave. | RAIL |
| CIG | Cincinnati, OH | 1005 Gilbert Avenue | BUS |
| LVL | Louisville, Kentucky | 720 West Muhammad Ali Blvd. | BUS |
| MAY | Maysville | West Front St & Rosemary Clooney St | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Owenton.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Owenton Post Office | Owenton (KY) | 40359 |
| Jonesvill Post Office | Jonesville (KY) | 41052 |
| Perry Park Post Office | Perry Park (KY) | 40363 |
| Sander Post Office | Sanders (KY) | 41083 |
| Sparta Post Office | Sparta (KY) | 41086 |
Other cities in Owen County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Owen County , KY.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Bromley | 799 | City in Kenton County, Kentucky, United States |
| Gratz | 79 | Human settlement in Owen County, Kentucky, United States of America |
Distance to Other Cities
Owenton distances to largest Kentucky cities