Map of Daviess County, Kentucky, USA

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Map of Daviess County - Daviess County is a county located in the U.S. state of Kentucky. Daviess County Map showing cities, highways, important places and water bodies. Get Where is Daviess County located in the map, major cities in Daviess county, population, areas, and places of interest.

Map of Daviess County, Kentucky

Map of Daviess County, Kentucky

About Daviess County Map, Kentucky: The map showing the county boundary, county seat, major cities, highways, water bodies and neighbouring counties.

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Map of Daviess County, Kentucky

Daviess County is a county located in the U.S. state of Kentucky. It's county seat is Owensboro. As per 2020 census, the population of Daviess County is 103063 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 462 sq mi (1,197 km2). Daviess County was established on 1815.

Daviess County Facts

ContinentNorth America
CountryUnited States
StateKentucky
County SeatOwensboro
Largest City/TownOwensboro
Established1815
Total Area477 sq mi (1,235 sq km)
Land Area462 sq mi (1,197 sq km)
Water Area15 sq mi (39 sq km)
Population103,312 (Census 2020)
Population Density223 people per sq mi
Time ZoneCentral Time Zone (CT)
Major HighwaysU.S. Route 60, U.S. Route 431, Interstate 165, Wendell H. Ford Expressway, Kentucky Route 54
Major RiversOhio River, Yellow Creek
Neighboring CountiesHancock County, McLean County, Ohio County, Henderson County, Spencer County (IN)
Famous ForOwensboro barbecue, bluegrass music, riverfront attractions, and western Kentucky industry
Top AttractionsBluegrass Music Hall of Fame & Museum, Smothers Park, Owensboro Riverfront, Western Kentucky Botanical Garden, Panther Creek Park
Official WebsiteOfficial Website

About Daviess County, Kentucky

Daviess County is located in northwestern Kentucky along the Ohio River and was established in 1815. The county seat and largest city is Owensboro, one of the largest cities in western Kentucky. Daviess County is known for its riverfront culture, barbecue traditions, bluegrass music heritage, manufacturing industries, and vibrant community events. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Daviess_County%2C_Kentucky?utm_source=chatgpt.com))

Cities and Communities in Daviess County, Kentucky

City/TownPopulationLatitude & Longitude
Owensboro (county seat)60,000+37.7719°N, 87.1112°W
MaceoUnincorporated37.8428°N, 87.0503°W
MoseleyvilleUnincorporated37.7429°N, 87.0421°W
Whitesville1,000+37.6761°N, 86.8714°W
MasonvilleUnincorporated37.7156°N, 87.1378°W
PhilpotUnincorporated37.7345°N, 86.9851°W
YelvingtonHistoric Community37.9362°N, 87.0009°W
Utica200+37.6069°N, 87.1155°W

Best Golf Courses in Daviess County, Kentucky

Golf CourseLocationLatitude & Longitude
Ben Hawes Golf CourseOwensboro37.7350°N, 87.1268°W
Owensboro Country ClubOwensboro37.7439°N, 87.0972°W
The Pearl ClubOwensboro37.7445°N, 87.1778°W
Windridge Country ClubOwensboro Area37.6944°N, 87.0851°W

What are Major Roads and Highways in Daviess County

Major highways connect Daviess County with western Kentucky, Indiana, and regional commercial centers.

  • U.S. Route 60 - major east-west highway through Owensboro and western Kentucky
  • U.S. Route 431 - north-south route linking Owensboro with Bowling Green and Indiana
  • Interstate 165 - major interstate connector serving Owensboro and nearby counties
  • Wendell H. Ford Expressway - bypass route around Owensboro metropolitan areas
  • Kentucky Route 54 - regional connector serving suburban and commercial districts

Neighboring Counties of Daviess County

  • Hancock County (north)
  • McLean County (east)
  • Ohio County (south)
  • Henderson County (west)
  • Spencer County, Indiana (north across the Ohio River)

What are Top Attractions in Daviess County, Kentucky

The county features riverfront parks, music heritage sites, museums, and family recreation destinations.

Main Sight NameCityFamous For
Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame & MuseumOwensboroBluegrass music history and live performances
Smothers ParkOwensboroOhio Riverfront playgrounds and fountains
Owensboro RiverfrontOwensboroRiver walks, festivals, and entertainment venues
Western Kentucky Botanical GardenOwensboroGardens, walking trails, and seasonal displays
Panther Creek ParkOwensboro AreaHiking, biking, and outdoor recreation
Owensboro Museum of Science and HistoryOwensboroInteractive exhibits and regional history
International Bluegrass Music MuseumOwensboroMusic exhibits and cultural heritage
Yellow Creek ParkOwensboro AreaFishing lakes and picnic areas
Downtown OwensboroOwensboroRestaurants, shops, and entertainment districts
BBQ Festival AreasOwensboroTraditional Kentucky barbecue events and food culture

Distance from Daviess County to Nearby Cities

The following distances are measured by road (driving).

  • Owensboro to Evansville, Indiana - 38 mi (61 km)
  • Owensboro to Bowling Green, Kentucky - 71 mi (114 km)
  • Owensboro to Louisville, Kentucky - 107 mi (172 km)
  • Owensboro to Nashville, Tennessee - 124 mi (200 km)
  • Owensboro to Paducah, Kentucky - 109 mi (175 km)
  • Owensboro to Henderson, Kentucky - 31 mi (50 km)
  • Owensboro to Lexington, Kentucky - 181 mi (291 km)
  • Owensboro to Indianapolis, Indiana - 170 mi (274 km)
  • Owensboro to St. Louis, Missouri - 192 mi (309 km)
  • Owensboro to Cincinnati, Ohio - 184 mi (296 km)
  • Owensboro to Memphis, Tennessee - 242 mi (389 km)
  • Owensboro to Chattanooga, Tennessee - 269 mi (433 km)

References

  1. Daviess County Official Website
  2. Daviess County, Kentucky - Wikipedia
  3. U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts
  4. Visit Owensboro Tourism
  5. Kentucky Atlas and Gazetteer