Barlow, Kentucky facts for kids
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Barlow, Kentucky
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Barlow, Kentucky in 2017
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Location of Barlow in Ballard County, Kentucky.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kentucky |
| County | Ballard |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.55 sq mi (1.43 km2) |
| • Land | 0.55 sq mi (1.43 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 374 ft (114 m) |
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| • Total | 653 |
| • Density | 1,185.12/sq mi (457.81/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
42024
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| Area codes | 270 & 364 |
| FIPS code | 21-03718 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0486360 |
Barlow is a small city in Ballard County, Kentucky, in the United States. It's a place where people live and work, just like many other towns. In 2020, about 653 people called Barlow home. It's part of a larger area around Paducah, which is a bigger city nearby.
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Barlow's Story
Barlow was likely named after an early settler named Thomas Jefferson Barlow. The city officially became a city in 1872. It was first called "Barlow City." Later, in 1903, it was officially recognized again as a city.
Where is Barlow Located?
Barlow is located in the western part of Kentucky. You can find it at these coordinates: 37°3′7″N 89°2′41″W / 37.05194°N 89.04472°W. The city covers a total area of about 1.43 square kilometers (0.55 square miles). All of this area is land, with no large bodies of water inside the city limits.
Who Lives in Barlow?
The number of people living in Barlow has changed over the years. Here's a quick look at how the population has grown or shrunk:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 532 | — | |
| 1920 | 654 | 22.9% | |
| 1930 | 614 | −6.1% | |
| 1940 | 584 | −4.9% | |
| 1950 | 657 | 12.5% | |
| 1960 | 731 | 11.3% | |
| 1970 | 746 | 2.1% | |
| 1980 | 746 | 0.0% | |
| 1990 | 706 | −5.4% | |
| 2000 | 715 | 1.3% | |
| 2010 | 675 | −5.6% | |
| 2020 | 653 | −3.3% | |
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In 2010, there were 675 people living in Barlow. Most people living in Barlow are White (about 91.9%). A smaller number are African American (4.0%) or from other backgrounds. About 27% of homes had children under 18 living there. The average age of people in Barlow was about 39.5 years old. This means there's a mix of younger families and older residents.
Famous People from Barlow
- Earl Grace (1907–1980) – He was a professional baseball player and coach. He is best known for his time playing in Pittsburgh.
See also
In Spanish: Barlow (Kentucky) para niños
