Map of Livingston County, Kentucky, USA

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

Map of Livingston County, Kentucky

Map of Livingston County, Kentucky

About Livingston 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 Livingston County, Kentucky

Livingston County is a county located in the U.S. state of Kentucky. It's county seat is Smithland. As per 2020 census, the population of Livingston County is 8959 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 316 sq mi (818 km2). Livingston County was established on 1799.

Livingston County Facts

ContinentNorth America
CountryUnited States
StateKentucky
County SeatSmithland
Largest City/TownLedbetter
Established1798
Total Area342 sq mi (886 sq km)
Land Area313 sq mi (811 sq km)
Water Area29 sq mi (75 sq km)
Population8,888 (Census 2020)
Population Density28 people per sq mi
Time ZoneCentral Time Zone (CT)
Major HighwaysInterstate 24, Interstate 69, U.S. Route 60, U.S. Route 62, Kentucky Route 453
Major RiversOhio River, Cumberland River, Tennessee River
Neighboring CountiesCrittenden County, Lyon County, Marshall County, McCracken County, Pope County (IL), Hardin County (IL), Massac County (IL)
Famous ForLand Between the Lakes nearby area, river recreation, Kentucky Lake region, and scenic western Kentucky landscapes
Top AttractionsSmithland Locks and Dam, Land Between the Lakes nearby area, Patti's 1880's Settlement nearby area, Ohio River recreation, Livingston County Museum
Official WebsiteOfficial Website

About Livingston County, Kentucky

Livingston County is located in western Kentucky along the Ohio River and was established in 1798 from Christian County. The county seat is Smithland and the largest community is Ledbetter. Livingston County is known for riverfront scenery, access to the Land Between the Lakes region, outdoor recreation, and its location near Kentucky Lake and Barkley Lake. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}

Cities and Communities in Livingston County, Kentucky

City/TownPopulationLatitude & Longitude
Smithland (county seat)300+37.1384°N, 88.4031°W
Salem700+37.2648°N, 88.2520°W
Grand Rivers350+37.0037°N, 88.2292°W
Ledbetter1,600+37.0487°N, 88.4814°W
Carrsville40+37.3987°N, 88.4987°W
BurnaUnincorporated37.2436°N, 88.3608°W
HamptonRural Community37.2758°N, 88.3805°W
LolaHistoric Community37.3165°N, 88.3091°W

Best Golf Courses in Livingston County, Kentucky

Golf CourseLocationLatitude & Longitude
Calvert City Country ClubNearby Calvert City37.0228°N, 88.3382°W
Drake Creek Golf ClubNearby Ledbetter37.0415°N, 88.4917°W
Kentucky Dam Village Golf CourseNearby Gilbertsville37.0147°N, 88.2708°W
Benton Golf & Country ClubNearby Benton36.8870°N, 88.3544°W

What are Major Roads and Highways in Livingston County

Major highways connect Livingston County with western Kentucky, southern Illinois, and the Tennessee Valley region.

  • Interstate 24 - major east-west interstate through western Kentucky
  • Interstate 69 - important north-south transportation corridor
  • U.S. Route 60 - regional highway linking river communities and western Kentucky towns
  • U.S. Route 62 - scenic roadway serving Livingston County and nearby recreation areas
  • Kentucky Route 453 - connector route toward Land Between the Lakes

Neighboring Counties of Livingston County

  • Crittenden County (northeast)
  • Lyon County (southeast)
  • Marshall County (south)
  • McCracken County (southwest)
  • Pope County, Illinois (northwest)
  • Hardin County, Illinois (north)
  • Massac County, Illinois (west)

What are Top Attractions in Livingston County, Kentucky

The county offers river recreation, scenic lake destinations, historic landmarks, and outdoor adventure opportunities.

Main Sight NameCityFamous For
Smithland Locks and DamSmithlandOhio River engineering and scenic river views
Land Between the Lakes Nearby AreaGrand Rivers AreaCamping, hiking, boating, and wildlife viewing
Patti's 1880's Settlement Nearby AreaGrand Rivers AreaDining, shopping, and tourism destination
Ohio River RecreationCountywideFishing, boating, and riverside scenery
Livingston County MuseumSmithlandRegional history and heritage exhibits
Kentucky Lake Scenic AreasCountywideWater recreation and photography
Grand Rivers Tourism DistrictGrand RiversResorts, restaurants, and lake access
River Heritage Scenic DrivesCountywideWestern Kentucky landscapes and river overlooks
Outdoor Recreation TrailsCountywideNature hiking and wildlife observation
Community FestivalsCountywideLocal culture and seasonal celebrations

Distance from Livingston County to Nearby Cities

The following distances are measured by road (driving).

  • Smithland to Paducah, Kentucky - 23 mi (37 km)
  • Smithland to Murray, Kentucky - 55 mi (89 km)
  • Smithland to Evansville, Indiana - 102 mi (164 km)
  • Smithland to Nashville, Tennessee - 132 mi (212 km)
  • Smithland to St. Louis, Missouri - 171 mi (275 km)
  • Smithland to Louisville, Kentucky - 225 mi (362 km)
  • Smithland to Memphis, Tennessee - 204 mi (328 km)
  • Smithland to Indianapolis, Indiana - 238 mi (383 km)
  • Smithland to Lexington, Kentucky - 266 mi (428 km)
  • Smithland to Chicago, Illinois - 356 mi (573 km)
  • Smithland to Cincinnati, Ohio - 319 mi (513 km)
  • Smithland to Atlanta, Georgia - 417 mi (671 km)

References

  1. Livingston County Official Website
  2. Livingston County, Kentucky - Wikipedia
  3. U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts
  4. Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area
  5. Livingston County History