Powderly, Kentucky
Powderly: human settlement in Muhlenberg County, Kentucky, United States of America
About
Powderly is a city located in the county of Muhlenberg in the U.S. state of Kentucky. Its population at the 2010 census was 745 and a population density of 177 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 736 inhabitants.
The city was created 63 years ago in 1962.
Quick Facts about Powderly
| Population | 736 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Kentucky (United States) |
| County | Muhlenberg County |
| Postal code | 42367 |
| Phone Area Codes | 270 |
| Area | 4.21 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 37.2370,-87.1592 |
| Altitude | 449 feet / 137 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1963 (63 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 04:21:16 (15th April 2026) |
| Density | 175 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -1.22% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 87℉ Slight Chance Rain Showers 7-days weather |
Geography
Powderly is located at 37°14'13"N 87°9'33"W (37.2369900, -87.1591600).
Powderly map
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Weather
A slight chance of rain showers after 7am. Partly sunny, with a high near 87. South southwest wind 7 to 12 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
7-Day ForecastDemographics
According to census records, the population of Powderly decreased by 1.22% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 745 | - | census |
| 2011 | 741 | -0.54% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 735 | -0.82% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 735 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 732 | -0.41% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 730 | -0.27% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 732 | 0.27% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 731 | -0.14% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 735 | 0.54% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 736 | 0.14% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 736 | 0% | estimation process |
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Powderly, KY. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 157304 | Madisonville Community College | Madisonville (KY) | 42431 |
Nearby Transit Stations (3)
Rail and bus stations connected to Powderly, KY. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| MDV | Madisonville, KY | 4765 Hanson Road | BUS |
| CRK | Clarksville, TN | 11 Jefferson Street \r\n | BUS |
| EVN | Evansville, IN | 119 Northwest 6th Street | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Powderly.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Powderly Post Office | Powderly (KY) | 42367 |
Other cities in Muhlenberg County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Muhlenberg County , KY.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Morehead | 7,622 | County seat in Kentucky |
| Central City | 5,730 | City in Nebraska, United States |
| Greenville | 4,153 | City in Muhlenberg County, Kentucky, United States |
| Drakesboro | 494 | Human settlement in Muhlenberg County, Kentucky, United States of America |
| Bremen | 188 | City in Kentucky, United States |
| South Carrollton | 181 | Human settlement in Muhlenberg County, Kentucky, United States of America |