Map of Hopkins County, Kentucky, USA

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

Map of Hopkins County, Kentucky

Map of Hopkins County, Kentucky

About Hopkins 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 Hopkins County, Kentucky

Hopkins County is a county located in the U.S. state of Kentucky. It's county seat is Madisonville. As per 2020 census, the population of Hopkins County is 45138 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 551 sq mi (1,427 km2). Hopkins County was established on 1806.

Hopkins County Facts

ContinentNorth America
CountryUnited States
StateKentucky
County SeatMadisonville
Largest City/TownMadisonville
Established1806
Total Area554 sq mi (1,435 sq km)
Land Area542 sq mi (1,404 sq km)
Water Area12 sq mi (31 sq km)
Population45,423 (Census 2020)
Population Density84 people per sq mi
Time ZoneCentral Time Zone (CT)
Major HighwaysInterstate 69, Western Kentucky Parkway, U.S. Route 41, Pennyrile Parkway nearby area
Major RiversTradewater River, Green River, Pond River
Neighboring CountiesCaldwell County, Christian County, Webster County, Muhlenberg County, McLean County
Famous ForWestern Kentucky coal fields, Madisonville history, agriculture, and outdoor recreation
Top AttractionsPennyrile Forest State Resort Park nearby area, Madisonville City Park, Glema Mahr Center for the Arts, Rail Trail, Historic Downtown Madisonville
Official WebsiteOfficial Website

About Hopkins County, Kentucky

Hopkins County is located in western Kentucky within the Western Coal Fields region and was established in 1806 from Henderson County. The county seat and largest city is Madisonville. Hopkins County is known for coal mining heritage, rolling farmland, outdoor recreation, and its role as an important commercial and transportation center in western Kentucky. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}

Cities and Communities in Hopkins County, Kentucky

City/TownPopulationLatitude & Longitude
Madisonville (county seat)19,500+37.3281°N, 87.4989°W
Dawson Springs2,200+37.1684°N, 87.6928°W
Earlington1,200+37.2740°N, 87.5114°W
Nortonville900+37.1887°N, 87.4525°W
Mortons Gap700+37.2373°N, 87.4761°W
Hanson700+37.4175°N, 87.4839°W
White Plains800+37.1862°N, 87.3850°W
St. Charles300+37.1892°N, 87.5556°W

Best Golf Courses in Hopkins County, Kentucky

Golf CourseLocationLatitude & Longitude
Madisonville Country ClubMadisonville37.3511°N, 87.5128°W
Ridgewood Terrace Country ClubMadisonville Area37.3359°N, 87.4888°W
Pennyrile Forest Golf CourseNearby Dawson Springs37.0964°N, 87.6887°W
Lake Tanglewood Golf CourseNearby Dawson Springs37.1465°N, 87.6772°W

What are Major Roads and Highways in Hopkins County

Major highways connect Hopkins County with Evansville, Nashville, Paducah, and western Kentucky communities.

  • Interstate 69 - major interstate corridor through Madisonville and western Kentucky
  • Western Kentucky Parkway - important east-west transportation route
  • U.S. Route 41 - regional highway connecting local communities and industrial areas
  • Pennyrile Parkway nearby area - major corridor serving western Kentucky travel

Neighboring Counties of Hopkins County

  • Caldwell County (west)
  • Christian County (southwest)
  • Webster County (northwest)
  • Muhlenberg County (east)
  • McLean County (north)

What are Top Attractions in Hopkins County, Kentucky

The county features parks, museums, outdoor recreation, arts venues, and scenic western Kentucky landscapes.

Main Sight NameCityFamous For
Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park Nearby AreaDawson Springs AreaCamping, hiking, fishing, and forest scenery
Madisonville City ParkMadisonvilleSports facilities and family recreation
Glema Mahr Center for the ArtsMadisonvillePerforming arts and cultural events
Rail TrailMadisonvilleWalking and cycling recreation
Historic Downtown MadisonvilleMadisonvilleHistoric architecture and local businesses
Mahr Park ArboretumMadisonvilleGardens, trails, and wildlife observation
Dawson Springs Historic AreaDawson SpringsHistoric mineral springs heritage
Tradewater River Scenic AreasCountywideFishing and natural landscapes
Coal Mining Heritage SitesCountywideRegional industrial history
Community Festivals and EventsCountywideLocal culture and seasonal celebrations

Distance from Hopkins County to Nearby Cities

The following distances are measured by road (driving).

  • Madisonville to Evansville, Indiana - 58 mi (93 km)
  • Madisonville to Owensboro, Kentucky - 48 mi (77 km)
  • Madisonville to Paducah, Kentucky - 74 mi (119 km)
  • Madisonville to Bowling Green, Kentucky - 88 mi (142 km)
  • Madisonville to Nashville, Tennessee - 122 mi (196 km)
  • Madisonville to Louisville, Kentucky - 143 mi (230 km)
  • Madisonville to Memphis, Tennessee - 210 mi (338 km)
  • Madisonville to St. Louis, Missouri - 177 mi (285 km)
  • Madisonville to Lexington, Kentucky - 212 mi (341 km)
  • Madisonville to Indianapolis, Indiana - 215 mi (346 km)
  • Madisonville to Cincinnati, Ohio - 248 mi (399 km)
  • Madisonville to Chicago, Illinois - 331 mi (533 km)

References

  1. Hopkins County Official Website
  2. Hopkins County, Kentucky - Wikipedia
  3. U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts
  4. Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park
  5. Visit Madisonville Kentucky