Hardin, KY

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Population
581
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
410 ft
Median Home Value
$96,500
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$517/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$30,250
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
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About Hardin

Hardin is a quiet, tight-knit community in Marshall County with a population of around 600 residents. Set in the scenic Clarks River valley of western Kentucky, it offers the relaxed pace of rural living with easy access to nearby towns. Sitting right along Highway 641, Hardin puts you just seven miles south of Benton and about eleven miles north of Murray, making everyday commutes, shopping trips, and visits to Murray State University quick and simple.

Originally established around a railroad depot in the late 1800s, the town has held onto its peaceful, unhurried charm. Locals appreciate having convenient community staples like the Hardin Branch Public Library on Murray Highway, as well as plenty of open space. You are also just a short drive from Kentucky Lake and Land Between the Lakes, so fishing, boating, and scenic weekend getaways are practically in your backyard.

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