Where is Paducah Located? - Paducah is a city located in the McCracken County of Kentucky, United States. Paducah lies between 38.9784 Degrees North latitudes and 76.4922 Degrees West longitudes.
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Where is Paducah Located?
Paducah is a city located in the McCracken County of Kentucky, United States. Paducah lies between 38.9784 Degrees North latitudes and 76.4922 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Paducah city is 27137 people and the city has a total area of 20.18 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.
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Paducah, Kentucky Quick Facts
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| City | Paducah |
| County | McCracken County |
| State | Kentucky |
| State Capital | Frankfort |
| US Region | Southern United States (East South Central) |
| Latitude | 37.0834° N |
| Longitude | 88.6000° W |
| Elevation | 341 ft (104 m) |
| Land Area | 20.27 sq mi |
| Water Area | 0.72 sq mi |
| Total Area | 20.99 sq mi |
| Population (2020 Census) | 27,137 |
| Population Density | Approximately 1,339 people per sq mi |
| ZIP Codes | 42001, 42002, 42003 |
| Area Code | 270, 364 |
| Time Zone Standard | Central Standard Time (CST, UTC−6) |
| Time Zone Daylight | Central Daylight Time (CDT, UTC−5) |
| Currency | United States Dollar (USD) |
| FIPS Code | 21-58842 |
| Congressional District | Kentucky's 1st Congressional District |
Transportation and Connectivity in Paducah, Kentucky
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Airport Name | Barkley Regional Airport |
| IATA Code | PAH |
| Port | Port of Paducah (Ohio River Inland Port) |
| Major Highways | Interstate 24, Interstate 69, U.S. Route 45, U.S. Route 60, U.S. Route 62 |
| Train/Amtrak Service | No direct Amtrak service; nearest stations are in Fulton, KY and Carbondale, IL |
| Local Bus/Transit Service | Paducah Area Transit System (PATS) |
- Interstate 24 (I-24) – East–west interstate connecting Paducah with Nashville, Tennessee, and southern Illinois.
- Interstate 69 (I-69) – North–south interstate providing access to Indiana, western Kentucky, and the Gulf Coast.
- U.S. Route 45 – Connects Paducah with Mayfield, Kentucky, and Cairo, Illinois.
- U.S. Route 60 – Runs east–west through western Kentucky, linking Paducah with Owensboro and Louisville.
- U.S. Route 62 – Connects the city with western Kentucky communities and southern Illinois.
Top Places to Visit in Paducah, Kentucky
| Landmark Name | Type |
|---|---|
| National Quilt Museum | Museum |
| Paducah Riverwalk | Waterfront |
| Floodwall Murals | Public Art |
| Historic Downtown Paducah | Historic District |
| Lloyd Tilghman House & Civil War Museum | Museum |
| Bob Noble Park | Park |
| Whitehaven Welcome Center | Historic House |
| Market House Theatre | Performing Arts Venue |
| William Clark Market House Museum | Museum |
| Purple Toad Winery | Winery |
Driving Distances from Paducah, Kentucky to Nearby Cities
| City | State | Distance (mi) | Approx. Drive Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mayfield | Kentucky | 24 | 30 minutes |
| Murray | Kentucky | 48 | 55 minutes |
| Metropolis | Illinois | 12 | 15 minutes |
| Marion | Illinois | 49 | 55 minutes |
| Cape Girardeau | Missouri | 81 | 1 hour 20 minutes |
| Carbondale | Illinois | 57 | 1 hour |
| Hopkinsville | Kentucky | 91 | 1 hour 40 minutes |
| Clarksville | Tennessee | 117 | 2 hours |
| Evansville | Indiana | 103 | 2 hours |
| Nashville | Tennessee | 135 | 2 hours 20 minutes |
Colleges and Universities in Paducah, Kentucky
| Institution Name | Type | Level | Notable For |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Kentucky Community and Technical College | Public | Community College | Technical and transfer programs |
| Murray State University – Paducah Regional Campus | Public | University | Undergraduate and graduate education |
| University of Kentucky College of Engineering – Paducah Campus | Public | University | Engineering education |
| Southwestern Illinois College – Paducah Center | Public | Community College | Adult and continuing education |
| Paducah Public Schools | Public | K–12 District | Primary and secondary education |
Waterbodies in Paducah, Kentucky
Ohio River, Tennessee River, Cumberland River, Kentucky Lake, Barkley Lake, Clarks River, Perkins Creek, Bayou Creek, Massac Creek, Little Cypress Creek
Stadiums in Paducah
Brooks Stadium, Carson Park Sports Complex, Noble Park Athletic Complex, Paducah Tilghman High School Stadium, Paxton Park Golf Course, Rolling Hills Country Club, Drake Creek Golf Club
Paducah, Kentucky — Key Historical Facts
- Paducah was founded in 1827 by explorer and surveyor William Clark, one of the leaders of the Lewis and Clark Expedition.
- The city's location at the confluence of the Ohio and Tennessee rivers helped it become a major inland river port and transportation hub during the nineteenth century.
- Paducah played an important role during the American Civil War after being occupied by Union forces in 1861 to secure strategic river access.
- The city gained international recognition for its quilting heritage and became home to the National Quilt Museum, attracting visitors from around the world.
- In 2013, UNESCO designated Paducah as a Creative City for Crafts and Folk Art, highlighting its long-standing commitment to arts and cultural preservation.
References
- City of Paducah
- McCracken County Government
- U.S. Census Bureau
- West Kentucky Community and Technical College
- Paducah Convention & Visitors Bureau
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