Drakesboro, KY, is a small town located in Muhlenberg County with a population of 2,247 as of 2018. With a population density of 44 people per square mile, it is considerably less dense than the US average of 93 people per square mile. There are many businesses and organizations that call Drakesboro home. Some examples include J&M Collision Repair, a family-owned auto shop; the Little River General Store and Petting Zoo; and local service organizations such as 4-H and Rotary International. For those who enjoy outdoor activities, there are plenty of options nearby for year-round activities. Popular outdoor pursuits include camping at Green River Lake State Park or participating in one of the many fishing tournaments hosted by local organizations each year. Every summer, the community also hosts multiple sporting events including baseball games sponsored by the Drakesboro Little League team.
The population in Drakesboro (zip 42337) is 2,247. There are 45 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Drakesboro (zip 42337) is 46.7, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Drakesboro (zip 42337) is 2.4, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Drakesboro (zip 42337)
- 43.3% are married
- 14.6% are divorced
- 24.5% are married with children
- 10.3% have children, but are single
Race in Drakesboro (zip 42337)
- 95.8% are White
- 2.3% are Black
- 0.4% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 0.3% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 1.2% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander