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Russell Springs, KY

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Population
2,828
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,083 ft
Median Home Value
$170,300
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$745/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$38,697
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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Russell Springs in context.

OverallBest places in KentuckyPopulation rankingHighest population places in KentuckyNearest larger communityDanville, Kentucky44 miles away · 17,736 residents.

About Russell Springs

Russell Springs is a home rule-class city in Russell County, Kentucky, operating as a primary gateway to Lake Cumberland. Developing originally around a historic chalybeate resort spring near Wolf Creek Dam, the hilly commercial trade community of approximately 2,773 is served by the Russell County School District for public education locally.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingNearby Hospital Emergency DepartmentsA+98.8rating

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