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City	Hopkinsville
State	Kentucky (KY)
County	Christian County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Central Time (America/Chicago)

Latitude	36.839284
Longitude	-87.473544
Population	31,180
Density	378.2 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Codes	42240, 42241
Area Code	270
County Seat	Hopkinsville
School District	Christian County School District

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About Hopkinsville, Kentucky

Hopkinsville is a locality in Christian County, Kentucky, United States. It has a population of 31,180. The population density is 378.2 people per km². Hopkinsville is located at 36.8393°N, 87.4735°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. Hopkinsville is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 42240, 42241.

Hopkinsville commands a landscape defined by the steady, quiet passage of the North Fork Little River as it carves through the fertile limestone bedrock of the region. It lies 14.0 miles north of Fort Campbell North, KY (from Fort Campbell North, KY: bearing 357°T), and is situated 14.1 miles north of Oak Grove. The earth here holds a certain weight, a deep and dark soil that anchors the sprawling plains and provides a foundation for the wide, open horizons. To the distant east, the faint silhouette of Tucker Ridge rises against the dusk, offering a jagged contrast to the gentle, undulating fields that characterize the immediate terrain. Residents often find solace in the open expanse of Little River Park, where the air feels crisp and the light lingers long over the grasses. Further afield, the verdant canopy of Pennyrile State Forest waits, while the tranquil waters of Lake Boxley offer a reflective stillness to those who wander toward the horizon.

Hopkinsville emerged from the early agrarian spirit of the Upper South, growing steadily as the surrounding acreage proved exceptionally hospitable to tobacco cultivation. This industry defined the rhythm of local life for generations, shaping the economic architecture and the industrious character of the people who labored in the fields and warehouses. Today, the economy has diversified into manufacturing and logistics, yet the historical reliance on the land remains a quiet, persistent undercurrent in the way business is conducted. The town maintains a measured pace, where the exchange of goods and ideas follows the reliable ebb and flow of the seasons. Prosperity here is measured not by frantic expansion, but by the steady maintenance of the infrastructure that supports a self-reliant and hardworking population.

Hopkinsville possesses a distinct cultural identity rooted in the traditions of the commonwealth, blending a soft, melodic vernacular with a grounded sense of hospitality. The downtown corridor serves as a focal point for civic engagement, punctuated by historic architecture that speaks to the endurance of the local spirit. Notable figures such as Edgar Cayce, the celebrated mystic, once walked these streets, leaving an intellectual curiosity that still echoes in the community's interest in history and storytelling. Every year, the town gathers for festivals that celebrate the harvest and local heritage, reinforcing the bonds between neighbors. Visitors who explore the area often remark on the genuine warmth that permeates social life, a quality as enduring as the limestone that lies beneath the surface of the land.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Ft Campbell Memorial Park (Local Park) — 0.3 mi, 154° SE
Peacekeeper (Monument) — 0.6 mi, 174° S
Trail Of Tears Park (Local Park) — 0.7 mi, 023° NE
Alhambra Theatre (Theatre) — 2.1 mi, 338° N
Jefferson Davis State Historic Site (State Park) — 9.6 mi, 088° E
Vietnam Veterans Memorial (Monument) — 10.9 mi, 172° S
For All Who Served (Monument) — 11.0 mi, 172° S
Wickham Hall Pratt Museum (Museum) — 13.9 mi, 176° S
Pennyrile State Forest (State Resource Management Area) — 16.0 mi, 331° NW
Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park (State Park) — 18.4 mi, 328° NW
Lake Beshear (State Recreation Area) — 20.7 mi, 328° NW
Guthrie Transportation Museum (Museum) — 21.6 mi, 128° SE
Green Man (Public Artwork) — 22.2 mi, 162° S
APSU CECA Downtown Gallery (Arts Centre) — 22.4 mi, 164° S
Cross Creeks National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 26.2 mi, 208° SW · 13k acres
Land Between The Lakes National Recreation Area (National Recreation Area) — 27.2 mi, 244° SW · 171k acres
Land Between the Lakes Other (National Forest) — 27.2 mi, 244° SW · 171k acres
Historic Bell Witch Cave (Attraction) — 28.6 mi, 127° SE
Adsmore Museum (Museum) — 29.3 mi, 310° NW
Bear Spring Iron Furnace (Historic Ruins) — 29.5 mi, 212° SW
Homeplace 1850s Working Farm at Land Between The Lakes (Attraction) — 30.4 mi, 245° SW
Bison Range Overlook (Viewpoint) — 31.0 mi, 245° SW
Caldwell County Fine Arts Center (Arts Centre) — 31.1 mi, 312° NW
Center Furnace Trail (Attraction) — 31.6 mi, 278° W
AMC Classic Madisonville 8 (Cinema) — 33.0 mi, 360° N
Hilltop Chimney (Attraction) — 35.3 mi, 263° W
Coopertoen Drive-In Theater (Cinema) — 43.1 mi, 132° SE
Tennessee National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 44.4 mi, 222° SW · 22k acres
Shawnee National Forest (National Forest) — 56.6 mi, 323° NW · 274k acres

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