McDowell

Census-designated place in Floyd County, Kentucky

Aerial view of McDowell, Kentucky
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McDowell is an unincorporated community (census-designated place) in Floyd County, Kentucky, with 661 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 823 ft (251 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Wayland, 4.1 miles W.

About McDowell

McDowell is an unincorporated community and census-designated place (CDP) in Floyd County, Kentucky, United States. As of the 2020 census, McDowell had a population of 661.

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Living in McDowell

Median household income
$14,474
Median home value
$73,100
Median rent
$255/mo
Median age
29
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McDowell, KY population

McDowell had 661 residents in the 2020 Census.

2020 Census661
Density267 per sq mi (103 per km²)

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.

McDowell at a glance

StateKentucky (KY)
CountyFloyd County
TypeCensus-designated place
Population661 (2020)
Land area2.48 sq mi (6.4 km²)
Water area0.00 sq mi (0.00 km²)
Elevation823 ft (251 m)
Coordinates37.4600° N, 82.7283° W
ZIP codes41651, 41619
Census code (GEOID)2148954

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.

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Frequently asked questions about McDowell

What county is McDowell in?

McDowell is in Floyd County, Kentucky.

What is the population of McDowell, KY?

661 people lived in McDowell at the 2020 Census.

What is the ZIP code of McDowell, KY?

The main ZIP code is 41651. Other ZIP codes: 41619.

What is the elevation of McDowell?

823 feet (251 m) above sea level.

What towns are near McDowell?

Wayland (4.1 mi), Maytown (6.5 mi), Martin (7.6 mi), Wheelwright (8.4 mi), Betsy Layne (8.5 mi).

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