Paducah Kentucky Map

About Paducah, Kentucky

Paducah is a locality in McCracken County, Kentucky, United States. It has a population of 26,845. The population density is 510.3 people per km². Paducah is located at 37.0834°N, 88.6000°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 42003.

Paducah, Kentucky, unfolds where the broad Ohio River meets the languid Tennessee, a confluence that shapes its very essence. It lies 52.8 miles east-south-east of Cape Girardeau, MO (from Cape Girardeau, MO: bearing 107°T), and is situated 8.6 miles east-south-east of Metropolis. The land here rises gently from the watery embrace, a rolling terrain of fertile soil that has long yielded its bounty. Sunlight, when it filters through the humid air, can cast a golden haze over the mature trees lining the avenues, their leaves rustling with a sound like whispered secrets. The sky above often seems vast, especially in the moments just before twilight, when hues of amethyst and bruised plum bleed across the horizon, mirroring the deep, dark currents of the rivers. This place, Paducah, carries the deep imprint of its riverine heritage, a history built on steamboats and trade that once pulsed through its veins. For generations, the economy has been intrinsically tied to the waterways, fostering a spirit of resilience and a practical approach to life. The town’s distinctive character also owes much to the skilled hands of its artisans, particularly in the realm of quilting, a craft that has blossomed into a world-renowned tradition, drawing visitors and creators alike. Beyond the vibrant riverfront, the presence of the National Quilt Museum stands as a proud testament to this enduring artistic legacy, a quiet but powerful echo of the creativity that defines Paducah.

About This Paducah Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Paducah, Kentucky — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 37.083389, -88.600048. 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 Paducah and McCracken County.

Detailed location data for Paducah includes the ZIP code (42003), telephone area code (270, 364), county seat of McCracken County (Paducah), and school district assignment (Paducah Independent 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 Paducah is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.