Bardstown, KY

Kentucky · Nelson County · Louisville/Jefferson County Metro

Bardstown is a small city in Kentucky with a population of 13,673. Residents earn $49,781 per year, which is 34% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0

B Good

13,673 Population 1,129/sq mi density

$49,781 Median Income $29,620 per capita

$190,800 Home Value $261,210 Zillow

$917 Median Rent 28.6% income on rent

57°F Avg Temperature 299 sunny days/yr

113 Violent Crime/100K 2,629 property/100K

Overall

3.1 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

B+

Economy

3.7 / 5.0

$49,781 median income, 2.6% unemployment

A+

Affordability

4.5 / 5.0

$190,800 home value, $917/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

113 violent crimes/100K (70% below avg)

C+

Education

3.0 / 5.0

24.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $49,781

34% lower than US avg

Home Value $190,800

32% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 113/100K

70% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 24.7%

27% lower than US avg

Median Rent $917

21% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 34.5%

7% higher than US avg

Unemployment 2.6%

28% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 8.6%

31% lower than US avg

How Bardstown Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population13,673

Median Age39.2 yrs

Density1,129/mi²

Male / Female51% / 49%

Largest GroupWhite 81%

Veterans6.7%

Economy

B+

Median Income$49,781

Per Capita$29,620

Unemployment2.6%

Poverty8.6%

County GDP$2,394M

Commute20 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$190,800

Rent$917

Ownership58.6%

Zillow$261,210

Housing Units5,889

Rent Burden28.6%

Crime

Violent113/100K

Property2,629/100K

Murder7.6/100K

Assault38/100K

Burglary468/100K

Health

Obesity34.5%

UninsuredN/A

Smoking23.3%

Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain51.6 in/yr

Sunny Days299/yr

Elevation659 ft (201 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+24.7%

High School+88.2%

Graduate+9.9%

School Score5.19

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%

Commute20 min

Broadband86.1%

EV Stations6

Libraries4

Is Bardstown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bardstown receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Bardstown offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bardstown is $49,781, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. 8.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bardstown is $190,800, 32% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $917 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Bardstown is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 113 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,629 per 100,000, 34% above the national average.

Education

24.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Bardstown enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 299 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 51.6 inches, including 11.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Bardstown has a population of 13,673 with a density of 1,129 people per square mile, spread across 10.6 square miles. The median age is 39.2 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.4% female and 50.6% male. The city is predominantly White (81.4%), with 1.9% Hispanic, 13.3% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 94.9% of residents, while 5.1% speak Spanish. 6.7% of the population are veterans. 16.2% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 90.8% have health insurance coverage.

Population

13,673

Total Population

1,129

People / sq mi

39.2yrs

Median Age

1% above US avg

10.6mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.6%

Female 49.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Bardstown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 94.9%

21% above US avg

Spanish 5.1%

62% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bardstown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bardstown is $49,781, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,620 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,090, 24% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.6% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,530 business establishments, including 75 restaurants. The cost of living index is 90.2, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 3.3% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Bardstown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$49,781
	34% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$29,620
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,090
IRS Avg AGI	$68,175
Gini Index	0.431 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.6%
	28% below US avg
Poverty Rate	8.6%
	31% below US avg
Establishments (County)	1,530
County GDP	$2,394M

Business (County)

Restaurants	75
Healthcare	128
Retail	157
Manufacturing	61

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$3,631
	4% above US avg
Cost of Living	90.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	1.90%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	20.2 min
Drive Alone	81.8%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	3.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Bardstown is $190,800, 32% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $261,210, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 99% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $917 (21% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $794 for a one-bedroom to $984 for a two-bedroom apartment. 58.6% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 5,889 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1983. The average annual property tax is $3,631. 28.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.8x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$190,800
	32% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$261,210
Median List Price	$275,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$275,000
$/Sq Ft	$187
Homes Sold	7
Sale-to-List Ratio	99.0%
Price Drops	15.2%
Inventory	46

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$917
	21% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)	$1,206
Rent Burden	28.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$719
1 Bedroom	$794
2 Bedrooms	$984
3 Bedrooms	$1,277
4 Bedrooms	$1,442

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	58.6%
Owner-Occupied	58.6%
Renter-Occupied	41.4%
Housing Units	5,889
Median Year Built	1983

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$3,631
	4% above US avg
Effective Rate	1.90%

In Bardstown, 34.5% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.5% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 7.0% of residents, above the national average. 38.0% have high blood pressure. 23.3% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 18.6% report binge drinking. 33.1% are physically inactive, above the national average. 14.9% experience frequent mental distress. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,884. The dentist ratio is 1:1,755. 61.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.7 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Bardstown vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	34.5%
	7% above US avg
Diabetes	11.5%
Heart Disease	7.0%
High Blood Pressure	38.0%
Asthma	10.8%
COPD	9.3%
Cancer	6.4%
Kidney Disease	3.2%
Stroke	3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	23.3%
	66% above US avg
Binge Drinking	18.6%
Physical Inactivity	33.1%
Mental Distress	14.9%
Physical Distress	15.1%
Short Sleep	38.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	90.8%

Primary Care	1:1,884
Dentists	1:1,755
Mental Health	1:645
Checkup Rate	75.3%
Dental Visits	62.7%
Premature Death	10,516/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.7/10
Exercise Access	61.4%
Healthcare Facilities	128

Bardstown has a violent crime rate of 113 per 100,000 residents, 70% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 37.8 per 100,000, robbery at 15.1, rape at 52.9. The murder rate is 7.6 per 100,000 (above the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 2,629 per 100,000, 34% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,987, burglary at 468, vehicle theft at 174 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 6 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Bardstown receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Bardstown vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	113.3/100K
	70% below US avg
Murder	7.6/100K
	20% above US avg
Rape	52.9/100K
Robbery	15.1/100K
Assault	37.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	2,628.6/100K
	34% above US avg
Burglary	468.3/100K
Theft	1,986.6/100K
Vehicle Theft	173.7/100K
Arson	37.8/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	6
Traffic Accidents	10
Avg Accident Severity	2.8 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Bardstown enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 299 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 51.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 11.9 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 659 feet.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)

Annual Average	56.8°F
	5% above US avg
January Average	35°F (2°C)
July Average	77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days	299 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	659 ft (201 m)
Area	10.6 sq mi (27.3 km²)
Population Density	1,129/sq mi
Coordinates	37.8177°N, 85.4553°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Nelson County County
Nearest Airport	Louisville Muhammad Ali International (SDF) 29 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 51.6"

36% above US avg

Snowfall 11.9"

Wettest Month (Jul) 5.04"

Driest Month (Oct) 2.87"

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Low
Risk Score	55.2 / 100
Social Vulnerability	29.1 / 100
Community Resilience	82.9 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Moderate
Hurricane	Very Low
Earthquake	Relatively Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Low
Hail	Relatively Low
Strong Wind	Relatively High
Heat Wave	Relatively Low
Winter Weather	Relatively Moderate
Lightning	Relatively High
Ice Storm	Relatively Moderate
Drought	Relatively Low
Cold Wave	Relatively Low
Landslide	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

13 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.9. Most recent: M2.8 on May 11, 2025.

Jan 24, 1990	6 km WNW of Alton, Indiana	M3.9	98 km
Jan 27, 1990	6 km N of Alton, Indiana	M3.8	95 km
Aug 20, 2015	6 km SE of Lawrenceburg, Kentucky	M2.8	58 km
May 11, 2025	11 km SE of High Bridge, Kentucky	M2.8	74 km
Mar 9, 1990	8 km ENE of New Amsterdam, Indiana	M2.7	74 km
Mar 21, 1990	1 km W of Spring Mill, Kentucky	M2.7	40 km
Jan 12, 2023	4 km E of Burgin, Kentucky	M2.6	65 km
Aug 4, 2023	11 km ENE of Lancaster, Kentucky	M2.6	88 km
Mar 22, 1990	9 km E of Rochester, Kentucky	M2.6	136 km
Jan 29, 1990	11 km S of Paoli, Indiana	M2.6	113 km
Jan 21, 2018	8 km SSE of High Bridge, Kentucky	M2.6	70 km
Mar 8, 1990	4 km SW of Oak Grove, Kentucky	M2.5	130 km
Jan 4, 1999	9 km WNW of Mount Sterling, Kentucky	M2.5	127 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

451 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 92 fatalities, 1,663 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Apr 3, 1974	EF5	95 km	31
Mar 2, 2012	EF4	94 km	11
May 28, 1996	EF4	45 km	0
Nov 22, 1992	EF4	93 km	1
Apr 3, 1974	EF4	43 km	4
Apr 3, 1974	EF4	85 km	7
Apr 3, 1974	EF4	50 km	3
Apr 3, 1974	EF4	41 km	3
Apr 3, 1974	EF4	67 km	0
Apr 3, 1974	EF4	85 km	11
Apr 27, 1971	EF4	74 km	6
Apr 27, 1971	EF4	89 km	2
Dec 11, 2021	EF3	46 km	1
Feb 28, 2011	EF3	65 km	0
May 8, 2009	EF3	89 km	2
Oct 18, 2007	EF3	73 km	0
May 27, 2004	EF3	86 km	0
May 23, 2000	EF3	81 km	0
Apr 16, 1998	EF3	78 km	0
Mar 28, 1997	EF3	52 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

16 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: FLOATING MILL HOLLOW (2,422 ac, 2010).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2010	FLOATING MILL HOLLOW	2,422	88 km
2008	BROOKS KNOB	2,225	96 km
2012	FY2012 CRYSTAL CAVE BROADCAST BURN	2,221	86 km
2010	JOPPA CHURCH	2,037	93 km
2004	JIM LEE	1,770	93 km
2009	TEMPLE HILL	1,628	95 km
2009	JIM LEE	1,613	92 km
2007	Big Woods	1,500	83 km
2008	GOBLIN KNOB	1,445	85 km
2019	UNNAMED	1,057	99 km
2021	UNNAMED	959	99 km
2014	UNNAMED	910	97 km
2019	UNNAMED	892	97 km
2007	DENNISON FERRY RX	655	84 km
2000	UNNAMED	641	94 km
2005	UNNAMED	576	86 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	35°F (2°C)	3.4 in	Coldest
February	37°F (3°C)	3.8 in
March	46°F (8°C)	4.7 in
April	56°F (13°C)	4.5 in
May	64°F (18°C)	5.0 in
June	73°F (23°C)	4.0 in
July	77°F (25°C)	5.0 in	Warmest, Wettest
August	75°F (24°C)	3.7 in
September	69°F (20°C)	3.7 in
October	57°F (14°C)	2.9 in	Driest
November	47°F (8°C)	3.9 in
December	38°F (3°C)	4.5 in

Bardstown has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 35°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 49.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.0") and October the driest (2.9").

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Bardstown is located in Nelson County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 24.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 27% below the national average of 33.7%. 88.2% have completed high school. 9.9% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.2 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 70.3% of the vote, a 41.8-point margin. 86.1% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 6 EV charging stations. There are 4 public libraries serving the community. 128 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 81.8% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.3%

D 28.5%

Winner: Republican by 41.8 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	6
Traffic Accidents	10
Avg Accident Severity	2.8 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	24.7%
	27% below US avg
High School+	88.2%
Graduate Degree+	9.9%
School Test Score	5.19

C+ Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1	Metro / 1 million+
Population Density	1,129/sq mi
Total Area	10.6 sq mi
County	Nelson County County

Services

Broadband Access	86.1%
Avg Download Speed	67.1 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	7.7 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	6
Alt Fuel Stations	6
Public Libraries	4
Healthcare Facilities	128
Restaurants	75
Retail Stores	157

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	20.2 min
Drive Alone	81.8%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	3.3%

Average costs for common services in Bardstown. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$226 ($135–$361)
Specialist Visit	$316 ($180–$496)
Urgent Care Visit	$180 ($90–$316)
Emergency Room Visit	$1,984 ($722–$4,510)
Dental Cleaning	$117 ($68–$180)
Dental Filling	$226 ($135–$361)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$41 ($23–$68)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$68 ($45–$108)
Brake Pad Replacement	$271 ($135–$451)
Tire Rotation	$36 ($18–$68)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$541 ($361–$902)
Battery Replacement	$180 ($90–$316)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$90 ($54–$135)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$81 ($45–$126)
HVAC Repair	$361 ($135–$722)
HVAC System Install	$6,314 ($3,608–$10,824)
Roof Repair	$902 ($361–$1,804)
Roof Replacement	$8,118 ($4,961–$13,530)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,353 ($451–$3,157)
Divorce (Contested)	$13,530 ($4,510–$27,060)
DUI Defense	$4,510 ($1,804–$9,020)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,353 ($722–$2,706)
Will Preparation	$451 ($180–$902)
Trust Preparation	$2,255 ($902–$4,510)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$23 ($14–$41)
Women's Haircut	$50 ($27–$90)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$135 ($68–$226)
Manicure	$23 ($14–$41)
Pedicure	$36 ($23–$59)
Massage (1 Hour)	$72 ($45–$117)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$3.70 ($2.71–$4.96)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.16 ($2.26–$4.51)
Loaf of Bread	$3.43 ($2.26–$4.96)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.06 ($2.71–$5.86)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$4.96 ($3.61–$6.77)
Rice (per lb)	$0.90 ($0.54–$1.62)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$126 ($72–$226)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$63 ($27–$135)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$63 ($36–$108)
Internet (Monthly)	$63 ($36–$90)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$59 ($27–$90)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$77 ($45–$135)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$180 ($68–$451)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,804 ($1,082–$3,157)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$63 ($27–$117)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$14 ($7.22–$23)
Car Registration (Annual)	$90 ($27–$226)
Driver's License Renewal	$27 ($14–$68)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,082 ($541–$2,255)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$902 ($451–$1,804)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$361 ($180–$631)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$45 ($23–$90)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$902 ($361–$2,255)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$11,275 ($4,510–$27,060)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$54 ($27–$90)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$90 ($45–$180)
Dog Grooming	$54 ($27–$90)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$36 ($18–$68)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$271 ($135–$451)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$180 ($90–$361)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$698
Toddler	$614
Preschool	$614
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$560
Toddler	$536
Preschool	$536

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Nelson County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Manufacturing	5,690	94	$69,648	3.75
Retail Trade	2,037	175	$36,074	1.11
Health Care & Social Assistance	2,010	247	$57,368	0.76
Accommodation & Food Services	1,545	90	$23,189	0.92
Construction	1,466	195	$69,312	1.51
Administrative & Waste Services	848	86	$34,969	0.78
Wholesale Trade	666	65	$78,092	0.92
Professional & Technical Services	455	146	$71,618	0.35
Finance & Insurance	380	86	$63,700	0.51
Other Services	290	106	$41,584	0.52
Real Estate	96	49	$43,248	0.34
Information & Technology	84	22	$63,157	0.24
Arts & Entertainment	77	9	$18,095	0.25
Management of Companies	52	5	$162,755	0.17
Educational Services	51	11	$28,310	0.13
Unclassified	15	6	$62,587	0.58

Hospitals in Bardstown

Hospital	Type	CMS Rating	Emergency	Phone
CHI SAINT JOSEPH FLAGET MEMORIAL HOSPITAL	Acute Care Hospitals	—	Yes	(502) 350-5000

Schools in Bardstown

11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Bardstown Elementary School	Elementary	795	56	14.2:1
Nelson County High School	High	784	37	21.2:1
Foster Heights Elementary School	Elementary	674	44	15.3:1
Thomas Nelson High School	High	669	32	20.9:1
Bardstown High School	High	655	39	16.8:1
Bardstown Middle School	Middle	575	33	17.4:1
Coxs Creek Elementary School	Elementary	446	30	14.9:1
Bardstown Primary School	Elementary	386	29	13.3:1
Old Kentucky Home Middle School	Middle	368	22	16.7:1
Bardstown Early Childhood Center	—	271	12	22.6:1
Nelson County Early Learning Center	—	141	9	15.7:1

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Radio Stations near Bardstown

13 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
WZ2523 - NOAA Weather Radio	—	MP3 32 kbps
790 KRD	sports	AAC
Gamepad Music	gamemusic, games	MP3 128 kbps
100.5 FM	—	AAC
WBRT	country	MP3 128 kbps
WIOP 95.1 FM	bible, bible study	MP3 128 kbps
WFMP-LP Louisville Forward Radio	—	AAC+ 32 kbps
97.5 WAMZ	country	AAC
ARTxFM WXOX 97.1 Louisville, KY	music, public radio	MP3 128 kbps
Talk Radio 1080	talk	AAC
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National Parks Near Bardstown

27 national parks and monuments found near Bardstown.

Park	Type	Fee
Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical Park	National Historical Park	Free
Barren River Lake State Resort Park	State Park	Free
Camp Nelson National Monument	National Monument	Free
Charlestown State Park	State Park	Free
Clifty Falls State Park	State Park	Free
E.P. Tom Sawyer State Park	State Park	Free
Falls Of The Ohio State Park	State Park	Free
Falls of The Ohio State Park	State Park	Free
Fourteen Mile Creek Nature Preserve Addition	State Park	Free
General Burnside Island State Park	State Park	Free
General Butler State Resort Park	State Park	Free
George Rogers Clark State Park	State Park	Free
Green River Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Isaac Shelby Cemetery State Historic Site	State Park	Free
Lake Cumberland State Resort Park	State Park	Free
Lincoln Homestead State Park	State Park	Free
Mammoth Cave National Park	National Park	Free
Mill Springs Battlefield National Monument	National Monument	Free
Mitchell Sinkhole Plain Nature Preserve	State Park	Free
My Old Kentucky Home State Park	State Park	Free
Nolin Lake State Park	State Park	Free
O'bannon Woods State Park	State Park	Free
Old Fort Harrod State Park	State Park	Free
Perryville Battlefield State Historic Site	State Park	Free
Spring Mill State Park	State Park	Free
Taylorsville Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Waveland State Historic Site	State Park	Free

Historical Trends — Bardstown

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	12,813	$30,354
2015	12,965	$35,825
2017	13,087	$48,685
2019	13,246	$54,328
2021	13,621	$49,298
2023	13,903	$49,781

Museums in Bardstown

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
BERNHEIM ARBORETUM AND RESEARCH FOREST	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	1701 CLERMONT RD	5029558512	$2,608,961
KENTUCKY RAILWAY MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	136 S MAIN ST	5025495470	$1,153,609
KYANA REGION OF THE ANTIQUE AUTOMOBILE CLUB OF AMERICA	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5022923235	$153,857
LORETTO LITERARY & BENEVOLENT INSTITUTE	GENERAL MUSEUM		2708653414
MOUNT WASHINGTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	103 S BARDSTOWN ROAD	5024281055
MY OLD KENTUCKY HOME STATE PARK	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5023483502
OSCAR GETZ MUSEUM OF WHISKEY HISTORY	GENERAL MUSEUM	114 NORTH 5TH STREET	5023482999
ROLLING FORK HISTORIC PRESERVATION ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
SPENCER COUNTY HISTORICAL AND GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	144 HARVEST DRIVE	8126494866
WOMEN'S CIVIL WAR MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		5023500632

Libraries in Bardstown

Name	Address	Annual Visits
NELSON COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY	201 CATHEDRAL MANOR	142,967
MARION COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY	201 EAST MAIN STREET	103,752
SPENCER COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY	168 TAYLORSVILLE ROAD	48,425
WASHINGTON COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY	210 EAST MAIN STREET	30,462

Farmers Markets in Bardstown

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Bardstown Farmers Market	East Flaget	05/03/2013 to 10/29/2013	Tue: 7:30 AM-12:30 PM;Fri: 7:30 AM-12:30 PM;Sat: 7:30 AM-12:30 PM;	Yes	Visit
Farmers Market at the Depot	101 E. Depot Street	05/01/2014 to 10/01/2014	Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;		Visit
Lebanon Market	Downtown Pavillon,Martin Luther KIng Blvd	05/10/2014 to 10/25/2014	Wed: 9:00 AM-2:00 PM;Sat: 9:00 AM-2:00 PM;
Taylorsville Farmers Market Inc.	73 E Main St	04/01/2017 to 10/28/2017	Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;		Visit

Nursing Homes in Bardstown

4 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
FLAGET MEMORIAL HOSPITAL NF 4305 NEW SHEPHERDSVILLE ROAD	Non profit - Corporation	12	12	5/5	—	4/5	2/5	5023505000
BARDSTOWN HEALTHCARE AND REHABILITATION CENTER 120 LIFE CARE WAY	For profit - Partnership	100	74	3/5	—	3/5	1/5	5023484220
SIGNATURE HEALTHCARE AT COLONIAL REHAB & WELLNESS 708 BARTLEY AVENUE	For profit - Corporation	65	64	2/5	—	3/5	1/5	5023489260
WINDSOR GARDENS 101 ISAAC GREER COURT	For profit - Corporation	30	13	2/5	—	5/5	—	5023496214

Pharmacies in Bardstown

4 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
KROGER	102 WEST JOHN ROWAN BOULEVARD	502-348-3062
MEDICA PHARMACY AND WELLNESS CENTER	202 WEST STEPHEN FOSTER AVENUE	502-348-6623
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 729	3795 EAST JOHN ROWAN BOULEVARD	502-349-6044
WALGREENS - 11307	824 NORTH 3RD STREET	502-348-2985

EV Charging Stations in Bardstown

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	Connectors	Access
BBC EV Station 1	1500 Parkway Drive	Blink Network	4	J1772	public
Bourbon Manor Bed & Breakfast Inn - Tesla Destination	714 N 3rd St	Tesla Destination	1	TESLA	public
Fairfield Inn & Suites Bardstown	1070 Morton Ave	Blink Network	2	J1772	public
LAQUINTA BARDST STATION 1	74 Creekview Ct	ChargePoint Network	2	J1772	public

Cell Towers in Bardstown

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
Hardin East cell, 6670 Old Bellwood Road	TOWER	130
11920 Louisville Road	TOWER	130
11920 Louisville Road	TOWER	130
Hardin East cell, 6670 Old Bellwood Road	TOWER	130
Bardstown East, 0.4 MI South of US 62, 2.4 MI (3.8 km) ENE of	TOWER	110
Bardstown East, 0.4 MI South of US 62, 2.4 MI (3.8 km) ENE of	TOWER	110
Nelson East, Bluegrass Parkway	TOWER	98
Nelson East, Bluegrass Parkway	TOWER	98
100 Overlook Rd (86923)	GTOWER	91
Lincoln Home, in the city of	TOWER	91
Lincoln Home, in the city of	TOWER	91
1320 Happy Hollow Road	TOWER	91
1320 Happy Hollow Road (39981)	GTOWER	91
Pine Lick Knob, 11 km south of	LTOWER	88
Pine Lick Knob, 11 km south of	LTOWER	88
New Hope, 4808 New Hope Road	TOWER	88
New Hope, 4808 New Hope Road	TOWER	88
2.3 KM NORTH NORTHEAST OF	TOWER	88
2.3 KM NORTH NORTHEAST OF	TOWER	88
Evans Lane	TOWER	88
Bardstown West, 6656 Boston Road	TOWER	85
Bardstown West, 6656 Boston Road	TOWER	85
423 Bogard Ln (122475)	LTOWER	84
Bardstown NW, 720 South Saint Gregory Road	TOWER	78
720 South Saint Gregory Road (37679)	LTOWER	78
Bardstown NW, 720 South Saint Gregory Road	TOWER	78
2034 HIGHWAY 31 EAST (37660)	LTOWER	78
Nelson West, on Highway 31 East	TOWER	78
Nelson West, on Highway 31 East	TOWER	78
2760 Cissal Hill Road	TOWER	78
2760 Cissal Hill Road	TOWER	78
Lebanon Downtown, 645 Henrickson Drive (9LV1141G)	TOWER	61
Snyder Bluff Ridge; 0.3 KM N OF SR-44	TOWER	61
Snyder Bluff Ridge; 0.3 KM N OF SR-44	TOWER	61
Lebanon Downtown, 645 Henrickson Drive (9LV1141G)	TOWER	61
Bardstown SE cell, 7513 U.S. Route 150, 2.1 km east of	TOWER	58
Bardstown SE cell, 7513 U.S. Route 150, 2.1 km east of	TOWER	58

Fire Stations in Bardstown

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Bardstown-Nelson County Volunteer Fire Department, Inc.	230 N 5TH ST	Volunteer			502-349-6562
City of Bardstown Fire Department	220 N 5TH ST	Mostly volunteer			502-349-6562

Bridges in Bardstown

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Box Beam (Single/Spread)	Prestressed concrete	2018	230	12,583	G
Culvert	Concrete	1950	27	12,583	F
Culvert	Concrete	1950	27	10,961	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	2000	472	9,634	F
Tee Beam	Concrete continuous	1964	213	9,634	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	2013	400	9,268	G
Culvert	Concrete	1957	46	9,268	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	2013	220	9,268	G
Tee Beam	Concrete continuous	1964	462	7,583	F
Tee Beam	Concrete continuous	1965	465	7,583	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1965	109	5,990	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1965	109	5,990	F
Tee Beam	Concrete continuous	1965	474	5,990	F
Tee Beam	Concrete continuous	1965	474	5,990	F
Culvert	Concrete	1956	26	5,038	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	2006	696	4,793	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1980	57	4,793	F
Culvert	Concrete	1934	27	4,768	G
Box Beam (Single/Spread)	Prestressed concrete continuous	2003	86	3,160	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1991	444	3,160	G
Tee Beam	Concrete	1965	216	3,160	G
Culvert	Concrete	1956	30	2,387	F
Tee Beam	Concrete continuous	1964	222	2,387	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1993	40	1,906	G
Tee Beam	Concrete	1934	48	1,871	P
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1980	68	1,332	P
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2020	66	1,332	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2020	41	1,050	G
Channel Beam	Concrete	1976	34	874	P
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2001	69	823	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1999	73	653	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1965	196	519	F
Culvert	Concrete	1952	40	406	F
Culvert	Concrete	1974	25	376	P
Culvert	Concrete	1974	23	376	P
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2012	70	363	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1991	61	286	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1995	36	277	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1979	32	277	P
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1998	35	214	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2015	80	195	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1993	36	151	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1997	92	148	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1979	104	137	F
Culvert	Concrete	1934	32	87	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2018	49	82	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2006	35	75	G
Slab	Concrete continuous	1940	29	20	F

Correctional Facilities in Bardstown

Name	Address	Type	Population	Capacity	Status
NELSON COUNTY JAIL	810 W STEPHEN FOSTER AVE	COUNTY	119	102	OPEN

Airports Near Bardstown

47 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport	SDF	Large Airport
Bowman Field	LOU	Medium Airport
Godman Army Air Field	FTK	Medium Airport
Addington Field / Elizabethtown Regional Airport	EKX	Small Airport
Amy Airport	—	Small Airport
Arnolds Airport	—	Small Airport
Blue Lick Airport	—	Small Airport
Brooks Field	—	Small Airport
Buzzard's Roost Airport	—	Small Airport
Byrne Field	—	Small Airport
Capital City Airport	FFT	Small Airport
Cedar Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Cherry Hill Airport	—	Small Airport
Clark Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Columbia-Adair Co. Airport	—	Small Airport
Deer Run Airpark	—	Small Airport
Flying C Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Gettlefinger Field	—	Small Airport
Greenridge Restricted Landing Area	—	Small Airport
Habermel Airport	—	Small Airport
Harold Reynolds Airport	—	Small Airport
High Point Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Jacobi Airport	—	Small Airport
Jeffries Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
John M. Foree Airport	—	Small Airport
Lakeview Airport	—	Small Airport
Lebanon Springfield Airport - George Hoerter Field	—	Small Airport
Liberty-Casey County Airport	—	Small Airport
Lincoln Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Mason Valley Airport	—	Small Airport
Miles Field	—	Small Airport
Natchez Trace Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Oz Airport	—	Small Airport
Papaws Landing	—	Small Airport
Robinson Airpark	—	Small Airport
Rooster Field	—	Small Airport
Samuels Field	BRY	Small Airport
Samuels Springs Airport	—	Small Airport
Schroder Airport	—	Small Airport
Spring Lake Airport	—	Small Airport
Stuart Powell Field	—	Small Airport
Taylor County Airport	—	Small Airport
Twin Lakes Airport	—	Small Airport
Vine Grove Airport	—	Small Airport
Williams Airport	—	Small Airport
Willow Island Airpark	—	Small Airport
Woodledge Farm Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Bardstown

3 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
Lebanon Police Department
Mount Washington Police Department	180 Landis Lane
Shepherdsville Police Department	634 Conestoga Parkway

Grocery Stores in Bardstown

35 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
150 Quick Stop	Convenience Store	4598 Springfield Rd
31 - E Food Mart	Convenience Store	706 N 3rd St
Bardstown Express	Convenience Store	985 Bloomfield Rd
Bardstown Save A Lot 23254	Super Store	1500 E John Rowan Blvd
BOONE'S BUTCHER SHOP	Super Store	100 Old Bloomfield Pike
Circle K 4703332	Convenience Store	1085 Bloomfield Rd
Dollar General 15753	Other	435 Cathedral Mnr
Dollar General 19683	Other	4515 Springfield Rd
Dollar General 21513	Other	55 Samuels Rd
Dollar General 23545	Other	2 New Shepherdsville Road
Dollar General 31163	Other	495 Muddy Springs Ln.
Dollar General 31643	Other	5795 New Haven Rd
Dollar General 81	Other	975 Bloomfield Rd
DOLLAR GENERAL 8651	Other	6665 New Shepherdsville Rd
Dollar General Market 12017	Super Store	100 W JOHN ROWAN BLVD
Dollar Tree 2504	Other	207 Kentucky Home Sq
Fast Mart	Convenience Store	1151 Bloomfield Rd
FiveStar 1135	Convenience Store	1855 New Haven Rd
FiveStar 1493	Convenience Store	207 W John Rowan Blvd
FiveStar 1500	Convenience Store	1405 N 3rd St
FiveStar 1550	Convenience Store	2590 Springfield Rd
FiveStar 1851	Convenience Store	122 E Stephen Foster Ave
FiveStar 2265	Convenience Store	6200 New Shepherdsville Rd
Handy Food Mart	Convenience Store	3945 New Shepherdsville Rd
In N Out Food Mart	Convenience Store	450 E Stephen Foster Ave
KROGER #L-00408 L408	Super Store	102 W John Rowan Blvd
M & M	Convenience Store	5707 New Haven Rd
Murphy USA 7111	Convenience Store	3765 E John Rowan Blvd
Olde Delaney's	Grocery Store	1467 N 3rd St
Rooster Run General Store	Convenience Store	6515 New Shepherdsville Rd
Smalltown Discount Grocery	Convenience Store	970 Chambers Blvd
Speedy Mart	Convenience Store	603 Bloomfield Rd
Thompson's Food Mart	Convenience Store	509 W Stephen Foster Ave
Walgreens 11307	Other	824 N 3rd St
Walmart S/C 729	Super Store	3795 E John Rowan Blvd

Treatment Centers in Bardstown

7 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Caldwell Counseling Services LLC	Substance Abuse	270-699-1542
Communicare Inc	Substance Abuse	270-692-2509
Communicare Inc	Substance Abuse	859-336-7746
Communicare Inc	Substance Abuse	502-348-9206
Communicare Outpatient Clinic	Both	502-348-9206
Seven Counties Services - Spencer County	Both	502-477-2577
Spring View Hospital	Mental Health	270-692-3161 x210

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bardstown

19 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
20 SCHEMES INC	204 W BROADWAY ST
BARDSTOWN ABUNDANT LIFE CHURCH	104 HILL ST
BOTLAND CHRISTIAN CHURCH	PO BOX 448
COMMISSION ENCOUNTER INC	PO BOX 518
ETERNAL LIFE INC	902 W STEPHEN FOSTER AVE
EVANGEL FAITH FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES INC	PO BOX 248
EZEKIEL GROUP MINISTRY INC	PO BOX 333
FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH	175 E JOHN ROWAN BLVD
GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN CHURCH OF BARDSTOWN	101 BUCHANNAN BLVD STE 3
GROVE CHURCH INC	110 FOX RIDGE RD
HOSPITALITY MATTERS	109 ROLLING HILLS DR
LIGHTHOUSE MINISTRIES LDM	466 TOM GREER RD
LIVING FOR CHRIST MINISTRY INC	405 HARDING ST
NELSON COUNTY BAPTIST CHURCH	55 LUTHERAN CHURCH RD
OPEN DOOR WORLD OUTREACH MINISTRY INCORPORATED INTERNATIONAL	PO BOX 757
PARKWAY BAPTIST CHURCH OF BARDSTOWN INC	2580 SPRINGFIELD RD
ST THOMAS CATHOLIC CHURCH	870 SAINT THOMAS LN
TRUE VINE BAPTIST CHURCH	PO BOX 1135
VISITING ANGELS MINISTRY INC	320 WIMPSETT SCHOOLHOUSE RD

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Frequently Asked Questions About Bardstown

What is the population of Bardstown?

Bardstown has a population of 13,673 residents and is located in Kentucky. The population density is 1,129 people per square mile, spread across 10.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.2 years. The population is 49.4% female and 50.6% male.

Is Bardstown expensive to live in?

Bardstown is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 90.2 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $49,781, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $190,800 (32% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $917 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Bardstown safe?

Bardstown is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 113 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,629 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Bardstown receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Bardstown?

Bardstown enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 299 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 51.6 inches, with 11.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Bardstown?

The job market in Bardstown is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,090. There are 1,530 business establishments in the area, including 75 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 20 minutes, and 3.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Bardstown?

The median home value in Bardstown is $190,800. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $261,210. For renters, the median monthly rent is $917. Fair market rent is $794 for a 1-bedroom and $984 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 58.6%. The average annual property tax is $3,631.

How are the schools in Bardstown?

Schools in Bardstown score 5.2 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 24.7% of adults in Bardstown hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.2% have completed high school. 9.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Bardstown?

The obesity rate in Bardstown is 34.5% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 23.3% of adults are smokers. 33.1% are physically inactive. 61.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,884.

What is transportation like in Bardstown?

The average commute in Bardstown is 20 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 81.8% of workers drive alone to work, and 3.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Bardstown?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Bardstown is 81.4% White, 13.3% Black or African American, 1.9% Hispanic or Latino. 94.9% of residents speak only English at home, while 5.1% speak Spanish. 6.7% of the population are military veterans. 16.2% of residents have a disability. 90.8% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Bloomfield, KY 1,053 pop · 10.1 mi Lebanon Junction, KY 2,201 pop · 14.6 mi Springfield, KY 2,871 pop · 15.3 mi Taylorsville, KY 1,566 pop · 15.9 mi Mount Washington, KY 18,228 pop · 16.5 mi Shepherdsville, KY 14,351 pop · 17.6 mi Hebron Estates, KY 1,262 pop · 19.8 mi Lebanon, KY 6,364 pop · 20.2 mi Pioneer Village, KY 2,690 pop · 20.5 mi Heritage Creek, KY 1,090 pop · 20.6 mi Elk Creek, KY 2,344 pop · 21.1 mi Hillview, KY 8,735 pop · 21.4 mi Brooks, KY 2,246 pop · 22.3 mi Hodgenville, KY 3,262 pop · 23.2 mi

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