Hopkinsville, Kentucky is a small city located in the western part of the state with a population of 30,771 and a population density of 975 people per square mile. It's only an hour or so away from both Nashville and Louisville and has lots to offer its residents. Residents can enjoy local businesses like Hopkinsville Brewing Co., Outlaws BBQ & Bar, and Patti’s 1880s Settlement for shopping, eating, and entertainment. For outdoor enthusiasts, there are plenty of opportunities to explore Hopkinsville’s parks and trails including Trail of Tears Commemorative Park & Heritage Center and Christian County Nature Trail. Other organizations in the area include the Pennyroyal Arts Council which hosts events throughout the year including art shows and concerts as well as sporting events like the annual Mountain Man Triathlon held at Lake Beshear State Park each summer.
The population in Hopkinsville is 30,771. There are 971 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Hopkinsville is 36.2, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Hopkinsville is 2.4, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Hopkinsville
- 40.8% are married
- 14.9% are divorced
- 28.6% are married with children
- 24.0% have children, but are single
Race in Hopkinsville
- 60.8% are White
- 30.0% are Black
- 1.2% are Asian
- 0.3% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 4.4% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 3.2% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander