Sonora Kentucky Map

About Sonora, Kentucky

Sonora is a locality in Hardin County, Kentucky, United States. It is a small community with a population of 653. The population density is 140.1 people per km². Sonora is located at 37.5242°N, 85.8930°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 42776.

Sonora rests within the gentle embrace of Hardin County, its landscape a quiet testament to the rolling terrain of central Kentucky. It lies 11.9 miles south of Elizabethtown, KY (from Elizabethtown, KY: bearing 189°T), and is situated 9.1 miles west-south-west of Hodgenville. The air here, especially after a summer rain, carries the rich, earthy scent of damp soil and ripening corn, a perfume that clings to the low-lying fields and the fringes of the surrounding woodlands. The roads, often bordered by weathered wooden fences, curve with a natural grace, following the contours of the land as if guided by an unseen hand. Sunlight, when it breaks through the humid haze, casts a warm, buttery glow on the scattered farmhouses and barns, illuminating the industrious spirit that has long shaped this place. The history of Sonora is deeply entwined with the agricultural bounty of its surroundings, a tradition that continues to define its local economy. While farming remains a cornerstone, the community has also seen the subtle shifts of modern commerce, with small businesses and services catering to the needs of its residents. This particular locality is known for its quiet, steadfast character, a reflection of generations who have worked this land and built their lives here. The rhythm of Sonora is one of dependable continuity, a steady pulse that beats with the changing seasons and the enduring spirit of its people.

About This Sonora Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Sonora, Kentucky — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 37.524226, -85.893019. 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 Sonora and Hardin County.

Detailed location data for Sonora includes the ZIP code (42776), telephone area code (270), county seat of Hardin County (Elizabethtown), and school district assignment (Hardin 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 Sonora is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.