The small town of Jenkins, KY has a population of 5,229 and a population density of 86 people per square mile. Located in the Appalachian Mountains near the Virginia border, Jenkins is surrounded by breathtaking natural beauty perfect for outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, and camping year-round.
Jenkins is also home to some unique local businesses such as Henson's Grocery Store, Jenkins Subway Station Restaurant, and Bill & Betty's Beer Garden. The nearby areas offer several organizations dedicated to supporting residents and promoting economic growth such as the Letcher County Community Fund and the Jenkins Youth Coalition. Additionally, there are several local sporting events such as softball tournaments at Elkhorn City Park or Jenkins High School Baseball games.
The population in Jenkins (zip 41537) is 5,229. There are 94 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Jenkins (zip 41537) is 43.2, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Jenkins (zip 41537) is 2.6, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Jenkins (zip 41537)
- 48.1% are married
- 13.5% are divorced
- 29.0% are married with children
- 13.3% have children, but are single
Race in Jenkins (zip 41537)
- 98.2% are White
- 0.5% are Black
- 0.1% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.3% claim Other
- 0.5% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 0.5% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander