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Barbourville, KY

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Population
3,064
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
984 ft
Median Home Value
$182,400
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$702/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$22,046
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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Barbourville in context.

OverallBest places in KentuckyPopulation rankingHighest population places in KentuckyNearest larger communityBerea, Kentucky55 miles away · 16,662 residents.

About Barbourville

Barbourville is a home rule-class city and the county seat of Knox County, Kentucky, situated in the valley of the Cumberland River. Established in 1812 and hosting the annual Daniel Boone Festival every October to commemorate the pioneer's 1775 expedition, the community of approximately 3,146 is served by the Barbourville Independent School District locally.

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Lower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingSmall Town FitA+99.1ratingNearby Hospital Emergency DepartmentsA+98.9rating

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