Ekron, Kentucky facts for kids
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Ekron, Kentucky
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Location in Meade County, Kentucky
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kentucky |
| County | Meade |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.16 sq mi (0.42 km2) |
| • Land | 0.16 sq mi (0.42 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 656 ft (200 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 175 |
| • Density | 1,080.25/sq mi (415.90/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
40117
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| Area code(s) | 270 & 364 |
| FIPS code | 21-24094 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0491600 |
Ekron is a small city in Meade County, Kentucky, United States. It is known as a "home rule-class city," which means it has the power to govern itself on local matters. In 2020, the city had a population of 175 people.
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History of Ekron
Ekron was created on land given by a doctor named Dr. Roberts. His wife chose the name "Ekron" after a city mentioned in the Bible. The city was officially recognized by the state government in 1906.
Geography and Location
Ekron is located in the middle part of Meade County. You can find it at these coordinates: 37.930819 degrees North and 86.177999 degrees West.
The city is about 5 miles (8 km) south of Brandenburg, Kentucky, which is the main town of the county. It is also about 16 miles (26 km) west of Fort Knox, Kentucky.
According to the United States Census Bureau, Ekron covers a total area of 0.16 square miles (0.42 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
Population Changes Over Time
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 168 | — | |
| 1920 | 157 | −6.5% | |
| 1930 | 126 | −19.7% | |
| 1940 | 154 | 22.2% | |
| 1950 | 188 | 22.1% | |
| 1960 | 205 | 9.0% | |
| 1970 | 190 | −7.3% | |
| 1980 | 239 | 25.8% | |
| 1990 | 110 | −54.0% | |
| 2000 | 170 | 54.5% | |
| 2010 | 135 | −20.6% | |
| 2020 | 175 | 29.6% | |
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The population of Ekron has changed over many years. In 2000, there were 170 people living in the city. These people lived in 65 different homes, and 44 of these were families.
About 29% of the homes had children under 18 years old. Most homes, about 52%, were married couples living together. The average number of people in a home was about 2.6.
The city's population included people of different ages. About 27% were under 18 years old. About 29% were between 25 and 44 years old. Around 13% of the population was 65 years old or older. The average age in Ekron was 37 years.
Famous People from Ekron
Ekron has been home to some notable individuals:
- Pee Wee Reese: He was a very famous baseball player. He is even in the Baseball Hall of Fame.
- Archie Romines: He used to be a representative for the state government.
