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Kentucky

Statehood Year:
1792
Capital:
Frankfort
Largest Cities:
Louisville, Lexington, Bowling Green
Abbreviation:
KY

Kentucky is a state in the Southeast region of the United States, known for the Appalachian Mountains, bourbon distilleries, and horse farms. It has a population of 4,626,150, making it the 25th most populated state in the country. The capital city is Frankfort. Kentucky has a diverse economy spanning automotive, bourbon, and logistics.

4,626,150
Total Population
114
Population Density (mi²)
25
Population Rank
37.8K 0.82%
Annual Population Growth

Kentucky Population

Demographics

Economics and Income Statistics

Population by County

Kentucky County Populations

Sources

  1. US Census State Population Estimates - Most recent state estimates from the Census Bureau's Population Estimates Program
  2. US Census County Population Estimates - Most recent county estimates from the Census Bureau's Population Estimates Program
  3. American Community Survey (2009 - 2013)
  4. Census QuickFacts
  5. Historical Populations of States and Counties (1790 - 1990)