Fredonia Kentucky Map

About Fredonia, Kentucky

Fredonia is a locality in Caldwell County, Kentucky, United States. It is a small community with a population of 466. The population density is 250.5 people per km². Fredonia is located at 37.2081°N, 88.0567°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 42411.

Fredonia rests in a landscape where the earth gently rolls, a soft undulation of fertile ground that hints at the agricultural roots holding this place fast. It lies 31.1 miles east-north-east of Paducah, KY (from Paducah, KY: bearing 74°T), and is situated 8.0 miles north of Eddyville. The air here, especially when the sun begins its slow descent, carries a peculiar warmth, a humid embrace that softens the edges of the day and lends a golden hue to the scattered farmsteads and the sturdy, weathered barns that punctuate the horizon. Fields of corn stand tall, their silken tassels catching the breeze like whispered secrets, while the occasional stand of mature oak trees offers pockets of deep, resonant shade. The quietude is palpable, broken only by the distant hum of machinery or the call of a passing bird, a peaceful cadence that defines the very character of Fredonia. The story of Fredonia is one of quiet perseverance and a deep connection to the land, a narrative woven from the threads of early settlers who recognized the richness of this soil. Agriculture has long been the beating heart of its economy, with tobacco and a variety of grains forming the backbone of its prosperity for generations, their cultivation leaving an indelible mark on the very texture of the terrain. Though the agricultural landscape remains prominent, a subtle shift has occurred, with a growing diversification of local businesses providing a steady hum of activity, a testament to Fredonia's adaptability. The community spirit, forged through shared seasons and the enduring cycles of the land, remains a distinctive feature, a quiet strength that resonates through its friendly greetings and the shared glances of neighbors.

About This Fredonia Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Fredonia, Kentucky — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 37.208107, -88.056688. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Fredonia and Caldwell County.

Detailed location data for Fredonia includes the ZIP code (42411), telephone area code (270), county seat of Caldwell County (Princeton), and school district assignment (Caldwell County School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Fredonia is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.