Explore Cynthiana, Kentucky, with this interactive street and satellite map.
This page also offers TOPO MAPS — the official USGS topographic sheets — plus USGS aerial imagery, a labelled USNG grid overlay, a distance and bearing tool, and a GPS grid-reference readout. See How to Use This Map below.
This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Cynthiana, Kentucky. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture. Drag the map to pan to any area of Kentucky or beyond.
Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).
TOPO MAPS — NEW. Click the green 🔍 Search Maps button below the map to open a second map with a Base map row offering three choices. OSM is the standard OpenStreetMap street map. Topo shows the official USGS topographic maps from The National Map — contours, hydrography, land cover and shaded relief, the same mapping used for hiking, hunting and back-country navigation in the Adirondacks, the Catskills and the Finger Lakes. Imagery shows USGS aerial photography, mostly 1-metre NAIP. The search box finds any US town, county or landmark by name, so you are not limited to Cynthiana.
Reading the map like a paper quad. Click Grid to overlay the U.S. National Grid (USNG), labelled along the edges exactly as a printed topographic sheet is — at normal zoom the squares are one kilometre across, so you can read a six-figure grid reference by eye and judge distance directly off the map. Click Measure, then tap two points, to get the distance between them together with the grid bearing in degrees and mils, the true bearing, and the magnetic bearing to set on a compass.
Click 📍 My position to take a single GPS reading from your device. It marks where you are and reports your position as a USNG grid reference as well as plain latitude and longitude — USNG being the format FEMA and US search and rescue teams work from — with a Copy position button so you can paste it straight into a text message. It takes one reading and stops, rather than tracking continuously, to conserve your battery. Note that map tiles need cell coverage, but a GPS reading does not — your coordinates stay correct even where the map itself cannot load.
| City | Cynthiana |
| State | Kentucky (KY) |
| County | Harrison County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Eastern Time (America/New_York) |
| Latitude | 38.382954 |
| Longitude | -84.301757 |
| Population | 6,333 |
| Density | 557.0 /km² |
| Incorporated | Yes |
| ZIP Code | 41031 |
| Area Code | 859 |
| County Seat | Cynthiana |
| School District | Harrison County School District |
Cynthiana anchors itself firmly within the fertile, limestone-rich plains of the Kentucky bluegrass region. It lies 12.7 miles north of Paris, KY (from Paris, KY: bearing 350°T), and is situated 19.0 miles northeast of Georgetown. The South Fork Licking River meanders with a deliberate, low-slung grace through the landscape, carving a path that defines the local topography. Beyond the immediate banks, the terrain rises into soft, expansive fields that hold the light of late afternoon in a distinct, amber-hued glow. While the Appalachian Mountains remain a distant, hazy silhouette on the eastern horizon, the earth here feels grounded in its own quiet, steady geography. Residents often gather at East Pleasant Street Park to observe the seasonal changes, watching as the foliage shifts from the vibrant greens of spring to the muted ochre of autumn. Those seeking the stillness of deeper waters might travel nine miles to find the tranquil surface of Hoggard Lake.
Cynthiana emerged as a center of commerce where the labor of the land dictated the rhythm of daily progress. Agriculture has long defined the local economy, with the surrounding acreage providing the necessary fiber and sustenance to support generations of residents. The town grew through a reliance on regional trade, slowly building an infrastructure that reflects a pragmatic, industrious past. Many families here have maintained a connection to the soil for decades, honoring the traditions of cultivation that remain vital to the local output. This steady industry provides a reliable foundation, allowing the character of Cynthiana to remain consistent even as the broader world experiences rapid change. The local businesses continue to operate with a focus on longevity, favoring durability and community utility over the fleeting nature of modern trends.
Cynthiana maintains a cultural identity that is quiet, deliberate, and deeply rooted in its local heritage. The town square features historic architecture that speaks to a century of refinement, serving as a focal point for public life and communal interaction. Notable figures have emerged from these streets, including the esteemed artist and illustrator John Augustus Williams, whose work captured the subtle textures of the region with remarkable clarity. Throughout the year, local events draw neighbors together to celebrate the specific character of their surroundings, reinforcing the bonds that define the population. The atmosphere is one of understated composure, where the pace of life allows for a genuine appreciation of the immediate environment. Visitors find that Cynthiana offers a rare sense of cohesion, where the landmarks and the people form a singular, recognizable whole.
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This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Cynthiana, Kentucky. Coordinates: 38.382954, -84.301757. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service. Real-time local and world news feeds keep the page current.
Detailed location data for Cynthiana includes the ZIP code (41031), telephone area code (859), county seat of Harrison County (Cynthiana), and school district assignment (Harrison County School District).
Search Maps opens a second, independent map. It searches OpenStreetMap for any US town, county or landmark by name; offers USGS topographic maps and USGS aerial imagery as base layers; overlays a labelled U.S. National Grid (USNG) so the map can be read like a printed topographic quad; measures distance and grid, true and magnetic bearings between any two points; and takes a single GPS fix reporting your position as a USNG grid reference and as latitude and longitude. Map tiles require cell coverage, but a GPS position does not, so the coordinates remain correct even where the map cannot load.
Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.
| Page generated | September 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Map layers | Google Maps; © OpenStreetMap contributors; USGS The National Map topographic and aerial imagery (public domain); magnetic declination from NOAA NCEI (World Magnetic Model) |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. |