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Hyden, KY

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Population
279
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
918 ft
Median Home Value
$109,200
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$428/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$56,458
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Hyden

Tucked into the forested hills of southeastern Kentucky, Hyden is a quiet mountain town that serves as the county seat of Leslie County. With a population of only a few hundred residents, it offers a peaceful, close-knit environment set along the Middle Fork of the Kentucky River. While it sits deep in the mountains, major routes like US 421 and the Hal Rogers Parkway keep the town easily connected to regional hubs like Hazard and London.

Downtown Hyden

Everyday life in Hyden centers around the essentials, with the local high school, public library, and county offices all situated right in town. Healthcare is anchored by Mary Breckinridge ARH Hospital, continuing the community's proud legacy as the birthplace of the pioneering Frontier Nursing Service. For anyone considering a move to the area, Hyden provides a relaxed pace, scenic Appalachian views, and a strong sense of local pride.

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Lower FEMA County Drought Risk IndexA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingLow PopulationA+100.0rating

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