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Richmond, KY

Richmond is a home rule-class city in and the county seat of Madison County, Kentucky, United States. It is named after Richmond, Virginia, and is home to Eastern Kentucky University. The population was 34,585 at the 2020 census. Richmond is the fourth-largest city in the Bluegrass region (after Louisville, Lexington, and Georgetown) and the state's seventh-largest city. It is the ninth-largest population center in the state with a Micropolitan population of 106,864. The city serves as the center for work and shopping in south-central Kentucky. In addition, Richmond is the principal city of the Richmond-Berea, Kentucky Micropolitan Area, which includes all of Madison and Rockcastle counties.

Richmond is located in Madison County in the Bluegrass region of the state. The Blue Grass Army Depot lies to the southeast of the city. The city is served by Interstate 75, U. S. Routes 25 and 421, and Kentucky Routes 52, 169 and 388. I-75 runs to the west of downtown, with access from exits 83, 87, and 90. Via I-75, downtown Lexington, Kentucky is 25 mi (40 km) northwest, and Knoxville, Tennessee is 147 mi (237 km) south. U.S. Route 25 forms the eastern bypass around the city, leading northwest to Lexington and south 14 mi (23 km) to Berea. U.S. Route 421 parallels U.S. 25 on the eastern bypass of the city, leading northwest to Lexington (with U.S. 25 and I-75) and southeast 34 mi (55 km) to McKee.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 19.2 square miles (50 km²), of which 19.1 square miles (49 km²) is land and 0.1 square miles (0.26 km²)(0.73%) is water. The median income for a household in the city was $25,533, and the median income for a family was $36,222. Males had a median income of $30,817 versus $22,053 for females. The per capita income for the city was $15,815. About 16.6% of families and 25.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 26.2% of those under age 18 and 19.9% of those aged 65 or over.

Richmond focuses on health and wellness. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs the Richmond 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 Richmond Athletic Club, Get Fit Athletic Club, and Rich City CrossFit. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Richmond, such as the Million Park and Camp Catalpa Park. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and the enjoyment of nature.

Top sites in Richmond, KY are White Hall State Historic Site, Lake Reba Park, and Paradise Cove Aquatic Center.

Population: 39,581 (2024). ZIP codes: 40475-40476. Area code: 859. Elevation: 978 ft. Area: 19.2 square miles (50 km²).

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What is Richmond, KY known for?

The Battle of Richmond, the second-largest Civil War battle fought in Kentucky, happened in Richmond in 1862. Today, the area includes a visitor's center (the building is a former home dating back to 1811), and a park that has a walking trail with interpretive signs. Mt. Zion Christian Church, which is also located here, dates back to 1852, and, amazingly, still has an active congregation. The church, which is on the National Register of Historic Places, served as a field hospital during the war. 

Is Richmond, KY a good place to live?

Living in Richmond offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents rent their homes. Many young professionals live in Richmond and residents tend to lean conservative. The public schools in Richmond are above average.

Is Richmond, KY a city or town?

The population in Richmond, KY was 33,533 in 2015. Richmond is the third-largest city in the Bluegrass region (after Louisville and Lexington) and the state's sixth-largest city. On July 4, 1798, our city was named Richmond in honor of Miller's Virginia birthplace. Richmond was incorporated in 1809.

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Wikipedia

City of Richmond

Richmond Parks and Recreation Department 

Richmond Athletic Club

Get Fit Athletic Club 

Rich City CrossFit

Million Park 

Camp Catalpa Park

White Hall State Historic Site

Lake Reba Park

Paradise Cove Aquatic Center

Southern Living

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