Map of Jessamine County, Kentucky, USA

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

Map of Jessamine County, Kentucky

Map of Jessamine County, Kentucky

About Jessamine 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 Jessamine County, Kentucky

Jessamine County is a county located in the U.S. state of Kentucky. It's county seat is Nicholasville. As per 2020 census, the population of Jessamine County is 53626 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 173 sq mi (448 km2). Jessamine County was established on 1798.

Jessamine County Facts

ContinentNorth America
CountryUnited States
StateKentucky
County SeatNicholasville
Largest City/TownNicholasville
Established1798
Total Area174 sq mi (451 sq km)
Land Area173 sq mi (448 sq km)
Water Area1.3 sq mi (3 sq km)
Population54,727 (Census 2020)
Population Density316 people per sq mi
Time ZoneEastern Time Zone (ET)
Major HighwaysU.S. Route 27, Kentucky Route 29, Kentucky Route 39, Bluegrass Parkway nearby area
Major RiversKentucky River
Neighboring CountiesFayette County, Madison County, Garrard County, Mercer County, Woodford County
Famous ForKentucky horse farms, Camp Nelson National Monument, Bluegrass scenery, and bourbon region heritage
Top AttractionsCamp Nelson National Monument, Kentucky River Palisades, Taylor Made Farm, High Bridge Park, Historic Downtown Nicholasville
Official WebsiteOfficial Website

About Jessamine County, Kentucky

Jessamine County is located in central Kentucky within the Bluegrass region and was established in 1798. The county seat and largest city is Nicholasville. Jessamine County is known for scenic horse farms, historic Civil War sites, limestone palisades along the Kentucky River, and its close connection to the Lexington metropolitan area. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jessamine_County%2C_Kentucky?utm_source=chatgpt.com))

Cities and Communities in Jessamine County, Kentucky

City/TownPopulationLatitude & Longitude
Nicholasville (county seat)31,000+37.8806°N, 84.5730°W
Wilmore6,000+37.8637°N, 84.6619°W
KeeneHistoric Community37.9390°N, 84.6488°W
Brannon Crossing AreaCommercial Community37.9624°N, 84.5345°W
Little HickmanRural Community37.8481°N, 84.5399°W
AltonHistoric Community37.8095°N, 84.5898°W
Valley ViewUnincorporated37.9240°N, 84.5634°W
TroyRural Community37.7731°N, 84.6037°W

Best Golf Courses in Jessamine County, Kentucky

Golf CourseLocationLatitude & Longitude
Connemara Golf CourseNicholasville37.9184°N, 84.5759°W
Keene Trace Golf ClubNicholasville Area37.9415°N, 84.6858°W
Champions Trace Golf ClubNicholasville37.8514°N, 84.5557°W
University Club of KentuckyNearby Lexington37.9447°N, 84.4302°W

What are Major Roads and Highways in Jessamine County

Major highways connect Jessamine County with Lexington, central Kentucky, and Bluegrass horse country.

  • U.S. Route 27 - major north-south highway linking Nicholasville and Lexington
  • Kentucky Route 29 - regional connector serving local communities
  • Kentucky Route 39 - scenic roadway through farmland and rural countryside
  • Bluegrass Parkway nearby area - important transportation corridor toward western Kentucky

Neighboring Counties of Jessamine County

  • Fayette County (north)
  • Madison County (east)
  • Garrard County (south)
  • Mercer County (southwest)
  • Woodford County (west)

What are Top Attractions in Jessamine County, Kentucky

The county offers historic landmarks, horse farms, scenic river overlooks, and outdoor recreation opportunities.

Main Sight NameCityFamous For
Camp Nelson National MonumentNicholasville AreaCivil War history and preserved military site
Kentucky River PalisadesCountywideLimestone cliffs and scenic river landscapes
Taylor Made FarmNicholasville AreaThoroughbred horse breeding and tours
High Bridge ParkWilmore AreaHistoric railroad bridge and river overlooks
Historic Downtown NicholasvilleNicholasvilleHistoric architecture and local shopping
Asbury University CampusWilmoreHistoric university and community events
Keene Horse Farm RegionKeeneBluegrass horse country scenery
R.J. Corman Railroad Museum Nearby AreaNicholasville AreaRailroad history and exhibits
Jessamine Creek GorgeCountywideNature trails and geological formations
Bluegrass Scenic DrivesCountywideRolling farmland and countryside photography

Distance from Jessamine County to Nearby Cities

The following distances are measured by road (driving).

  • Nicholasville to Lexington, Kentucky - 12 mi (19 km)
  • Nicholasville to Frankfort, Kentucky - 38 mi (61 km)
  • Nicholasville to Louisville, Kentucky - 79 mi (127 km)
  • Nicholasville to Cincinnati, Ohio - 92 mi (148 km)
  • Nicholasville to Knoxville, Tennessee - 166 mi (267 km)
  • Nicholasville to Indianapolis, Indiana - 181 mi (291 km)
  • Nicholasville to Nashville, Tennessee - 202 mi (325 km)
  • Nicholasville to Columbus, Ohio - 198 mi (319 km)
  • Nicholasville to Charleston, West Virginia - 177 mi (285 km)
  • Nicholasville to St. Louis, Missouri - 330 mi (531 km)
  • Nicholasville to Chicago, Illinois - 340 mi (547 km)
  • Nicholasville to Atlanta, Georgia - 346 mi (557 km)

References

  1. Jessamine County Official Website
  2. Jessamine County, Kentucky - Wikipedia
  3. U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts
  4. Camp Nelson National Monument
  5. Bluegrass Region Tourism