London
City in Laurel County, Kentucky
London is a city in Laurel County, Kentucky, with 7,572 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 1,240 ft (378 m) above sea level. The nearest town is East Bernstadt, 5.9 miles NW.
- 7,572residents (2020 Census)
- 1,240 ftelevation · 378 m
- 11.7 sq miland area · 30.2 km²
- 649 / sq mipopulation density
- 40741ZIP code
About London
London is a home rule-class city in and the county seat of Laurel County, Kentucky, United States. As of the 2020 census, its population was 8,053. London is home to the annual World Chicken Festival that celebrates the life of Colonel Sanders and features the world's largest skillet.
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Living in London
- Median household income
- $47,591
- Median home value
- $170,200
- Median rent
- $815/mo
- Median age
- 40
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London had 7,572 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 7,572 |
|---|---|
| Density | 649 per sq mi (250 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
London at a glance
| State | Kentucky (KY) |
|---|---|
| County | Laurel County |
| Type | City |
| Population | 7,572 (2020) |
| Land area | 11.67 sq mi (30.2 km²) |
| Water area | 0.05 sq mi (0.12 km²) |
| Elevation | 1,240 ft (378 m) |
| Coordinates | 37.1184° N, 84.0779° W |
| ZIP code | 40741 |
| Official website | cityoflondonky.org |
| Census code (GEOID) | 2147476 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near London
- East Bernstadt5.9 mi NW
- North Corbin10.6 mi S
- Corbin13.0 mi S
- Livingston14.5 mi NW
- Annville16.0 mi NE
- Manchester17.1 mi E
- Rockholds19.9 mi S
- Barbourville20.5 mi SE
- Mount Vernon21.6 mi NW
- McKee22.1 mi N
- Artemus23.2 mi SE
- Oneida26.0 mi NE
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about London
What county is London in?
London is in Laurel County, Kentucky.
What is the population of London, KY?
7,572 people lived in London at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of London, KY?
The ZIP code of London is 40741.
What is the elevation of London?
1,240 feet (378 m) above sea level.
What towns are near London?
East Bernstadt (5.9 mi), North Corbin (10.6 mi), Corbin (13.0 mi), Livingston (14.5 mi), Annville (16.0 mi).
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