Russell, Kentucky
Russell: city in the U.
About
Russell is a city located in the county of Greenup in the U.S. state of Kentucky. Its population at the 2010 census was 3,380 and a population density of 434 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 3,207 inhabitants.
The city was created 157 years ago in 1868.
Quick Facts about Russell
| Population | 3,207 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Kentucky (United States) |
| County | Greenup County |
| Postal code | 41169 |
| Phone Area Codes | 606 |
| Area | 7.8 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 38.5173,-82.6977 |
| Altitude | 646 feet / 197 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1869 (157 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 19:54:24 (15th April 2026) |
| Density | 411 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -5.39% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 88℉ Mostly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Russell is located at 38°31'2"N 82°41'52"W (38.5173000, -82.6976600).
Russell map
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Weather
Mostly sunny, with a high near 88. Southwest wind 6 to 9 mph.
7-Day ForecastDemographics
According to census records, the population of Russell decreased by 5.39% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 3,380 | - | census |
| 2011 | 3,444 | 1.86% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 3,423 | -0.61% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 3,401 | -0.65% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 3,377 | -0.71% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 3,343 | -1.02% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 3,318 | -0.75% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 3,286 | -0.97% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 3,260 | -0.8% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 3,231 | -0.9% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 3,207 | -0.75% | estimation process |
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Russell, KY. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 204839 | Ohio University-Southern Campus | Ironton (OH) | 45638 |
Nearby Transit Stations (5)
Rail and bus stations connected to Russell, KY. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AKY | Ashland Transportation Center | 99 15th Street | RAIL |
| HUN | Huntington | 1050 8th Avenue | RAIL |
| SPM | South Portsmouth–South Shore station | Main St & US 23 | RAIL |
| CHW | Charleston | 350 MacCorkle Avenue - Southeast | RAIL |
| MAY | Maysville | West Front St & Rosemary Clooney St | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Russell.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Russell Post Office | Russell (KY) | 41169 |
Other places with the same name (10)
- Russell, Ohio township in Geauga County, Ohio with a population of 5,177 people.
- Russell, Massachusetts town in the U. with a population of 1,787 people.
- Russell, New York town in New York, USA with a population of 1,767 people.
- Russell, Iowa city in the U. with a population of 531 people.
- Russell, Wisconsin unincorporated community in Trempealeau County, Wisconsin with a population of 376 people.
- Russell, Minnesota city in the U. with a population of 343 people.
- Russell, Arkansas town in the U. with a population of 216 people.
- Russell, Illinois unincorporated community in Illinois with a population of 83 people.
- Russell, Kansas city in the U. with a population of 80 people.
- Russell, North Dakota human settlement in United States of America with a population of 34 people.
Other cities in Greenup County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Greenup County , KY.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Flatwoods | 7,056 | City in Kentucky |
| Raceland | 2,338 | Human settlement in Greenup County, Kentucky, United States of America |
| Worthington | 1,488 | City in Kentucky, United States |
| Greenup | 1,100 | Human settlement in Greenup County, Kentucky, United States of America |
| South Shore | 1,049 | City in Greenup County, Kentucky, United States |
| Wurtland | 1,013 | City in Greenup County, Kentucky, United States of America |
| Bellefonte | 809 | Human settlement in Greenup County, Kentucky, United States of America |
Distance to Other Cities
Russell distances to largest Kentucky cities