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Fort Campbell North, KY

Fort Campbell North is a census-designated place (CDP) in Christian County, Kentucky, United States. It contains most of the housing for the Fort Campbell Army base within the Kentucky portion of the base. The population was 12,825 as of the 2020 census, down from 13,685 in the 2010 census. Fort Campbell North is part of the Clarksville, Tennessee metropolitan area.

Fort Campbell North is located along the southern border of Christian County at 36°39′13″N 87°27′35″W (36.653631, -87.459716). The southern border is also the Tennessee state line, and the Kentucky city of Oak Grove lies along the CDP's eastern border, which follows Fort Campbell Boulevard (US Route 41A). According to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of 5.0 square miles (13.0 km²), all land.

As of the census of 2000, there were 14,338 people, 2,842 households, and 2,768 families residing in the CDP. The population density was 3,614.2 inhabitants per square mile (1,395.5/km²). There were 2,967 housing units at an average density of 747.9 per square mile (288.8/km²). The racial makeup was 58.6% White, 25.8% Black or African American, 1.0% Native American, 1.7% Asian, 1.0% Pacific Islander, 7.1% from other races, and 4.8% from two or more races. Hispanics or Latinos of any race were 13.8% of the population. There were 2,842 households, out of which 87.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 88.6% were married couples living together, 7.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 2.6% were non-families. 2.4% of all households were made up of individuals, none of whom were 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.78 and the average family size was 3.81.

Fort Campbell North focuses on health and wellness. The Campbell Army Airfield Medical Home is dedicated to providing exceptional healthcare services focusing on efficiency, readiness, and personalized care. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs the Fort Campbell North 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 can be found in Physical Fitness Centers. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Fort Campbell North, such as the Wilkes Park, Cave Creek Walking Trail, and Echo River Spring Trail. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

The top sites in Fort Campbell North, KY are Lake Barkley State Resort Park, Mammoth Cave National Park, and Cole Park Golf Course.

Population: 12,825 (2020). Elevation: 168 m. Area Code: 270. ZIP Code(s): 42223. Area: 8.53 sq mi (22.10 km²).

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What are the demographics of Fort Campbell in KY?

Fort Campbell North, KY is home to a population of 12k people, of which 98.2% are citizens. As of 2022, 4.79% of Fort Campbell North, KY residents were born outside of the country (575 people). In 2022, there were 3.6 times more White (Non-Hispanic) residents (6.25k people) in Fort Campbell North, KY than any other race or ethnicity. There were 1.73k Black or African American (Non-Hispanic) and 1.34k White (Hispanic) residents, the second and third most common ethnic groups.

What is the poverty rate in Fort Campbell, KY?

In 2022, the median household income of Fort Campbell North households was $52,677. Fort Campbell North households made slightly more than Crittenden households ($52,217) and Warsaw households ($52,240) . However, 8.6% of Fort Campbell North families live in poverty.

What is the crime rate in Fort Campbell, KY?

With a crime rate for both violent and property crime combined of 3 per 1,000 residents, the crime rate in Fort Campbell is one of the lower rates in America among communities of all sizes (lower than 85% of America's communities). One's chance of becoming a victim of crime in Fort Campbell is one in 321. Compared to communities within Kentucky, Fort Campbell‘s crime rate is lower than nearly 55% of the state's cities and towns.

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Wikipedia

Christian County

Campbell Army Airfield Medical Home

Fort Campbell North Parks and Recreation Department 

Physical Fitness Centers

Wilkes Park

Cave Creek Walking Trail 

Echo River Spring Trail

Lake Barkley State Resort Park

Mammoth Cave National Park

Cole Park Golf Course

Lake Barkley State Resort Park

Mammoth Cave National Park

Cole Park Golf Course

Data USA

Kentucky Demographics

Neighborhoodscout

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