Paducah Kentucky Map
Explore Paducah, Kentucky, with this interactive street and satellite map.
Interactive Map of Paducah, Kentucky
| City | Paducah |
| State | Kentucky (KY) |
| County | McCracken County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Central Time (America/Chicago) |
| Latitude | 37.070892 |
| Longitude | -88.644477 |
| Population | 27,137 |
| Density | 516.4 /km² |
| Incorporated | Yes |
| ZIP Codes | 42003, 42001, 42002 |
| Area Code | 270, 364 |
| County Seat | Paducah |
| School District | Paducah Independent School District |
About Paducah, Kentucky
Paducah is a locality in McCracken County, Kentucky, United States. It has a population of 27,137. The population density is 516.4 people per km². Paducah is located at 37.0709°N, 88.6445°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. Paducah is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 42003, 42001, 42002.Paducah anchors the landscape where the expansive, fertile plains of the region begin to soften into a quiet, verdant woodland. It lies 36.3 miles north-northwest of Murray, KY (from Murray, KY: bearing 334°T), and is situated 8.6 miles east-southeast of Metropolis. The land here possesses a steady, grounded quality, marked by the proximity of the Tennessee River only one mile away. Residents often find solace at Dolly Mcnutt Park, a space that serves as a central green lung for the daily movement of the populace. A short distance away, the waters of Brushy Lake offer a reflective surface that mirrors the shifting colors of the Kentucky sky. The horizon remains wide and open, though the distant elevation of Kincaid Mounds provides a subtle variation to the otherwise level horizon.
Paducah carries the weight of a long industrial history, having once served as a vital node for commerce and transit across the interior of the nation. The local economy finds its footing in a blend of manufacturing and specialized trades that have adapted to the changing demands of the modern era. Limestone remains a foundational element of the regional earth, informing both the architectural character of the older districts and the physical resilience of the infrastructure. Merchants and laborers here sustain a rhythm that honors the industrious legacy of those who first settled these river-blessed plains. Even as new technologies reshape the workforce, the spirit of the early trade centers lingers in the sturdy brick facades of the downtown corridors.
Paducah serves as a sanctuary for creative expression, drawing artists who find inspiration in the particular, honeyed light of the late afternoon. The Wall to Wall mural project stands as a notable landmark, transforming the protective floodwalls into a vivid narrative of the regional experience. Among the individuals who have left an indelible mark on the broader culture, the writer Irvin S. Cobb remains a figure whose humor and literary contributions are tied to his origins here. Local events frequently celebrate the textile arts, reflecting a community that values the slow, methodical craft of creation. The temperament of the residents is defined by a polite, unhurried attention to detail that permeates the atmosphere of every public gathering.
Nearby Outdoor Places
- Paxton Park (Local Park) — 0.6 mi, 144° SE
- Bob Noble Park (Local Park) — 0.9 mi, 001° N
- Wacinton (Public Artwork) — 1.0 mi, 029° NE
- Greenway Trail (Local Recreation) — 1.1 mi, 001° N
- Noble Park Amphitheater (Theatre) — 1.2 mi, 011° N
- Lloyd Tilghman Memorial (Monument) — 1.6 mi, 061° NE
- Korean War Memorial (Monument) — 2.7 mi, 071° E
- Bricolage Art Collective (Gallery) — 2.9 mi, 067° NE
- Market House Museum (Museum) — 2.9 mi, 067° NE
- Unknown Park (Local Recreation) — 3.8 mi, 020° N
- Fort Massac State Park (State Conservation Area) — 4.2 mi, 358° N
- Clarks River National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 6.3 mi, 144° SE · 19k acres
- Superman Museum & Gift Shop (Museum) — 7.4 mi, 319° NW
- Lois Lane Statue (Attraction) — 7.5 mi, 321° NW
- West Kentucky Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 8.4 mi, 293° NW
- Kincaid Mounds (Historic Ruins) — 8.5 mi, 086° E
- Shawnee National Forest (National Forest) — 9.0 mi, 038° NE · 274k acres
- Apple Valley Hillbilly Garden And Toyland (Attraction) — 10.9 mi, 125° SE
- Barrens (Nature Reserve) — 12.0 mi, 021° N
- Mermet Swamp Nature Preserve (Nature Reserve) — 15.9 mi, 321° NW
- Water Park for kids (Theme Park) — 18.8 mi, 120° SE
- Car Seat - Photo Opp (Attraction) — 20.4 mi, 098° E
- Memorial Rock (Attraction) — 20.6 mi, 097° E
- Confederate Memorial Gates (Monument) — 22.3 mi, 179° S
- Pine Hollow Overlook (Viewpoint) — 22.5 mi, 002° N
- Land Between The Lakes National Recreation Area (National Recreation Area) — 23.8 mi, 104° E · 171k acres
- Land Between the Lakes Other (National Forest) — 23.8 mi, 104° E · 171k acres
- Cypress Creek National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 25.5 mi, 300° NW · 33k acres
- Burial Mound (Historic Ruins) — 25.6 mi, 255° W
- Lusk Creek Wilderness (Wilderness Area) — 30.0 mi, 010° N · 6,632 acres
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About This Paducah Map Page
This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Paducah, Kentucky. Coordinates: 37.070892, -88.644477. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service. Real-time local and world news feeds keep the page current.
Detailed location data for Paducah includes the ZIP code (42003, 42001, 42002), telephone area code (270, 364), county seat of McCracken County (Paducah), and school district assignment (Paducah Independent School District).
Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.
| Page generated | August 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. |
