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Erlanger, KY

Erlanger is a home rule-class city in Kenton County, Kentucky, United States. It had a 2020 census population of 19,611. Erlanger is part of the Cincinnati-Middletown, OH-KY-IN Metropolitan Statistical Area. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 8.4 square miles (22 km²), of which 8.3 square miles (21 km²) is land and 0.1 square miles (0.26 km²), or 1.19%, is water.

Erlanger was founded in the 1880s. The city was named after the Parisian family bank Emile Erlanger & Co. and its founder, Baron Frédéric Émile d'Erlanger, who helped finance the town's early development. In current usage, the name is pronounced in an anglicized way, with neither a French nor German accent. Nearby Elsmere was originally known as "South Erlanger".

Erlanger has multiple neighborhoods within city limits, such as Cherry Hill (partially in Boone County), Central Erlanger (the section marked between streets Sunset Ave. and Commonwealth Ave.), an industrial area surrounding the Cincinnati Airport (includes Mineola Pike), Historic Erlanger (between Riggs Ave. and Crescent Ave.), Northeast Erlanger (Dixie Hwy. & Stevenson Rd. through Turkeyfoot Rd.), North Central Erlanger (Erlanger Rd. and Riggs Ave. to Rosary Dr.)

As of the 2000 census, there were 16,676 people, 6,597 households, and 4,406 families living in the city. The population density was 2,002.4 inhabitants per square mile (773.1/km²). There were 6,865 housing units at an average density of 824.3 per square mile (318.3/km²). The racial makeup of the city was 60% White, 27% African American, 0.02% Native American, 0.04% Asian, 0.02% Pacific Islander, 0.42% from other races, and 1.87% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 10% of the population. A small Mauritanian community is also present.

Erlanger focuses on health and wellness. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs the Erlanger Parks and Recreation Department offers. These spaces provide opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, jogging, sports, and picnicking. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include Move Your Body Fitness, Peak Fitness & Sports Training, and Be Strong. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Erlanger, such as the Flagship Park and Spring Valley Park. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

Top sites in Erlanger, KY are Doe Run Lake, Silverlake The Family Place, and Collection21.

Population: ~20,172 (2024). ZIP code: 41018. Area code: 859. Elevation: 833 ft. Area: 8.4 square miles (22 km²).

FAQs

Is Erlanger, KY a good place to live?

Erlanger is in Kenton County and is one of the best places to live in Kentucky. Living in Erlanger offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Erlanger, there are a lot of parks. Many families and young professionals live in Erlanger and residents tend to lean conservative. The public schools in Erlanger are above average.

Who is Erlanger, KY named after?

When the Southern Railroad arrived in 1873, the depot was named Greenwood after the president of the railroad. The depot was renamed Silver Lake to avoid confusion with five other cities along the rail line. When a post office was established in 1882, both the post office and the depot were named Erlanger in honor of Baron Frederic Emile D’Erlanger. The Baron was a German-born English financier who headed up a land syndicate created to develop the city.

What is the poverty rate in Erlanger, KY?

In 2022, the median household income of Erlanger households was $74,147. Erlanger households made slightly more than Vine Grove households ($74,035) and Reidland households ($73,750). However, 6.2% of Erlanger families live in poverty.

Sources

Wikipedia

City of Erlanger

Erlanger Parks and Recreation Department 

Move Your Body Fitness

Peak Fitness & Sports Training 

Be Strong.

Flagship Park 

Spring Valley Park

Doe Run Lake

Silverlake The Family Place

Collection21

Niche

Kentucky Demographics

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