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London, KY

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Population
7,637
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,241 ft
Median Home Value
$170,200
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$815/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$47,591
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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London in context.

OverallBest places in KentuckyPopulation rankingHighest population places in KentuckyNearest larger communityRichmond, Kentucky44 miles away · 40,663 residents.

About London

London is a home rule-class city and the county seat of Laurel County, Kentucky, located along U.S. Route 25. Established in an area explored by Daniel Boone in 1776 and famous for hosting the annual World Chicken Festival celebrating Colonel Sanders, the community of approximately 7,561 is served by Laurel County Public Schools for public primary and secondary education.

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Lower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingNearby Hospital Emergency DepartmentsA+98.5ratingNearby Inpatient HospitalsA+97.7rating

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