Map of Johnson County, Kentucky, USA

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

Map of Johnson County, Kentucky

Map of Johnson County, Kentucky

About Johnson 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 Johnson County, Kentucky

Johnson County is a county located in the U.S. state of Kentucky. It's county seat is Paintsville. As per 2020 census, the population of Johnson County is 22556 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 262 sq mi (679 km2). Johnson County was established on 1843.

Johnson County Facts

ContinentNorth America
CountryUnited States
StateKentucky
County SeatPaintsville
Largest City/TownPaintsville
Established1843
Total Area264 sq mi (684 sq km)
Land Area262 sq mi (679 sq km)
Water Area2.3 sq mi (6 sq km)
Population22,680 (Census 2020)
Population Density87 people per sq mi
Time ZoneEastern Time Zone (ET)
Major HighwaysU.S. Route 23, Kentucky Route 40, Kentucky Route 321, Mountain Parkway nearby area
Major RiversLevisa Fork, Paint Creek
Neighboring CountiesLawrence County, Floyd County, Magoffin County, Martin County
Famous ForCountry music heritage, Appalachian culture, Paintsville Lake, and mountain scenery
Top AttractionsPaintsville Lake State Park, U.S. 23 Country Music Highway Museum, Mayo Mansion, Mountain HomePlace, Downtown Paintsville
Official WebsiteOfficial Website

About Johnson County, Kentucky

Johnson County is located in eastern Kentucky within the Appalachian region and was established in 1843. The county seat and largest city is Paintsville. Johnson County is known for its mountain landscapes, country music heritage, outdoor recreation, and the scenic Paintsville Lake area. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Johnson_County%2C_Kentucky?utm_source=chatgpt.com))

Cities and Communities in Johnson County, Kentucky

City/TownPopulationLatitude & Longitude
Paintsville (county seat)4,000+37.8140°N, 82.8071°W
West Van Lear400+37.7710°N, 82.7368°W
Oil Springs1,000+37.8568°N, 82.9133°W
WittensvilleHistoric Community37.8632°N, 82.8288°W
Flat GapUnincorporated37.8920°N, 82.8712°W
Hager HillRural Community37.8411°N, 82.7501°W
ThealkaHistoric Community37.7847°N, 82.8412°W
StaffordsvilleUnincorporated37.8324°N, 82.9237°W

Best Golf Courses in Johnson County, Kentucky

Golf CourseLocationLatitude & Longitude
Paintsville Country ClubPaintsville37.8058°N, 82.7987°W
Eagle Ridge Golf CoursePrestonsburg Area37.6760°N, 82.7688°W
Hidden Cove Golf CourseNearby Grayson38.3559°N, 82.9362°W
Sandy Creek Golf CourseNearby Greenup38.5838°N, 82.8191°W

What are Major Roads and Highways in Johnson County

Major highways connect Johnson County with eastern Kentucky coalfield communities and Appalachian mountain regions.

  • U.S. Route 23 - major north-south corridor known as the Country Music Highway
  • Kentucky Route 40 - important east-west roadway through Paintsville and nearby communities
  • Kentucky Route 321 - regional route connecting rural mountain communities
  • Mountain Parkway nearby area - major transportation route toward central Kentucky

Neighboring Counties of Johnson County

  • Lawrence County (north)
  • Floyd County (south)
  • Magoffin County (west)
  • Martin County (east)

What are Top Attractions in Johnson County, Kentucky

The county features mountain recreation, music heritage attractions, scenic lakes, and Appalachian cultural sites.

Main Sight NameCityFamous For
Paintsville Lake State ParkPaintsville AreaBoating, fishing, camping, and hiking
U.S. 23 Country Music Highway MuseumPaintsvilleCountry music history and exhibits
Mayo MansionPaintsvilleHistoric mansion and architectural landmark
Mountain HomePlaceStaffordsvilleLiving history farm and Appalachian heritage
Downtown PaintsvillePaintsvilleLocal shops, restaurants, and historic buildings
Paintsville Lake Scenic AreasCountywideNature photography and outdoor recreation
Country Music HighwayCountywideRegional music heritage route
Levisa Fork River AreaCountywideFishing and riverside landscapes
Appalachian Scenic DrivesCountywideMountain scenery and countryside overlooks
Community FestivalsPaintsville AreaLocal culture and seasonal events

Distance from Johnson County to Nearby Cities

The following distances are measured by road (driving).

  • Paintsville to Prestonsburg, Kentucky - 16 mi (26 km)
  • Paintsville to Pikeville, Kentucky - 42 mi (68 km)
  • Paintsville to Ashland, Kentucky - 57 mi (92 km)
  • Paintsville to Lexington, Kentucky - 123 mi (198 km)
  • Paintsville to Charleston, West Virginia - 110 mi (177 km)
  • Paintsville to Huntington, West Virginia - 73 mi (117 km)
  • Paintsville to Louisville, Kentucky - 201 mi (323 km)
  • Paintsville to Knoxville, Tennessee - 207 mi (333 km)
  • Paintsville to Cincinnati, Ohio - 192 mi (309 km)
  • Paintsville to Columbus, Ohio - 206 mi (332 km)
  • Paintsville to Nashville, Tennessee - 301 mi (484 km)
  • Paintsville to Indianapolis, Indiana - 287 mi (462 km)

References

  1. Johnson County Official Website
  2. Johnson County, Kentucky - Wikipedia
  3. U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts
  4. Paintsville Lake State Park
  5. Kentucky Tourism