Nebo Kentucky Map

About Nebo, Kentucky

Nebo is a locality in Muhlenberg County, Kentucky, United States. Nebo is located at 37.2417°N, 87.1942°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 42441.

Nebo, Kentucky, rests in the gently rolling terrain of western Muhlenberg County, where low, rounded hills give way to broad, fertile valleys. It lies 30.6 miles north-north-east of Hopkinsville, KY (from Hopkinsville, KY: bearing 32°T), and is situated 5.3 miles south-west of Central City. The sky here often feels vast, a canvas for dramatic sunsets that paint the western horizon in hues of orange and deep violet, a daily spectacle reflected in the wide, slow-moving creeks that thread through the landscape. Mature oak and hickory trees form the prevailing canopy, their branches reaching outwards in a testament to decades of steady growth, while the scent of damp earth and ripening corn hangs heavy in the humid summer air. The land, though modest in its elevation, possesses a quiet resilience, a subtle strength that speaks of seasons endured and harvests brought forth. The character of Nebo is deeply entwined with the history of coal mining that once defined much of Muhlenberg County, though its present economy leans more towards agriculture and the quiet pursuits of a rural community. Evidence of its past can still be seen in the way the land has been shaped, the subtle depressions and reclaimed areas hinting at the industry that fueled its growth. Today, the rhythm of life in Nebo is measured by the changing seasons and the needs of the farms that dot the surrounding countryside, where soybeans and corn are the dominant crops. There's a sense of enduring connection to the land, a quiet pride in the simple, honest work of cultivation, and a friendly, unassuming demeanor that characterizes its residents.

About This Nebo Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Nebo, Kentucky — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 37.24171, -87.194163. 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 Nebo and Muhlenberg County.

Detailed location data for Nebo includes the ZIP code (42345), telephone area code (270), county seat of Muhlenberg County (Greenville), and school district assignment (Hopkins 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 Nebo is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.