Owensboro Kentucky Map

About Owensboro, Kentucky

Owensboro is a locality in Daviess County, Kentucky, United States. It has a population of 73,882. The population density is 1089.7 people per km². Owensboro is located at 37.7742°N, 87.1133°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 42301.

Owensboro lies on the broad shoulder of Kentucky, a place where the land exhales a gentle, humid breath. It lies 22.2 miles south-south-east of Warrick, IN (from Warrick, IN: bearing 159°T), and is situated 7.5 miles east-north-east of Sorgho. The Ohio River, a vast, silken ribbon, defines its northern edge, its waters reflecting the wide, often cloud-streaked sky with an indifferent grace. Rolling farmland, a patchwork of emerald and gold in the growing season, stretches south and east, punctuated by stands of oak and sycamore that whisper in the breeze. The air itself carries a certain weight here, thick with the promise of summer thunderstorms and the scent of ripening corn, a palpable presence that settles on the skin. Even the sidewalks, worn smooth by decades of footfalls, seem to hold a quiet memory of the sun and rain. This riverfront city has always been shaped by the currents of commerce and culture. Originally settled in the late 18th century, Owensboro grew into a significant hub for tobacco, bourbon, and coal, industries that carved their mark on the local character and economy. The legacy of these enterprises is still visible in the sturdy brick buildings downtown and the enduring spirit of hard work that underpins the community. Today, while manufacturing remains important, Owensboro also celebrates its vibrant arts scene, particularly its deep connection to bluegrass music, a sound that seems to echo from the very soul of Kentucky and can be heard drifting from open windows on warm evenings. The International Bluegrass Music Museum stands as a testament to this rich heritage, drawing visitors and musicians alike to this distinctive corner of the Bluegrass State.

About This Owensboro Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Owensboro, Kentucky — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 37.774215, -87.11333. 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 Owensboro and Daviess County.

Detailed location data for Owensboro includes the ZIP code (42303), telephone area code (270), county seat of Daviess County (Owensboro), and school district assignment (Daviess 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 Owensboro is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.