Elkton, Kentucky facts for kids
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Elkton, Kentucky
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The Todd County courthouse in the Elkton town square
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Location of Elkton in Todd County, Kentucky.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kentucky |
| County | Todd |
| Established | 1820 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.55 sq mi (6.61 km2) |
| • Land | 2.55 sq mi (6.60 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.01 km2) |
| Elevation | 623 ft (190 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 2,056 |
| • Estimate
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2,141 |
| • Density | 806.59/sq mi (311.45/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP Code |
42220
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| Area code(s) | 270 & 364 |
| FIPS code | 21-24400 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0491697 |
| Website | www.elktonky.com |
Elkton is a small city in Kentucky, United States. It's the main town, or county seat, of Todd County. In 2010, about 2,062 people lived there.
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History of Elkton
Elkton was started by Major John Gray in 1820. The state government officially recognized it then. The town got its name because many elk used to gather near a stream and a natural salt lick in the area. Elkton officially became a city in 1843.
Geography and Location
Elkton is located in Todd County. You can find its exact spot using these coordinates: 36°48′32″N 87°9′23″W / 36.80889°N 87.15639°W.
The United States Census Bureau says that Elkton covers about 2.1 square miles (5.4 square kilometers) of land. There is no water area within the city limits.
Population and People
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1840 | 474 | — | |
| 1880 | 874 | — | |
| 1890 | 1,158 | 32.5% | |
| 1900 | 1,123 | −3.0% | |
| 1910 | 1,228 | 9.3% | |
| 1920 | 1,009 | −17.8% | |
| 1930 | 951 | −5.7% | |
| 1940 | 1,214 | 27.7% | |
| 1950 | 1,312 | 8.1% | |
| 1960 | 1,448 | 10.4% | |
| 1970 | 1,612 | 11.3% | |
| 1980 | 1,815 | 12.6% | |
| 1990 | 1,789 | −1.4% | |
| 2000 | 2,022 | 13.0% | |
| 2010 | 2,062 | 2.0% | |
| 2020 | 2,056 | −0.3% | |
| 2022 (est.) | 2,141 | 3.8% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
In the year 2000, there were 1,984 people living in Elkton. These people lived in 810 different homes, and 541 of those were families. The city had about 959 people per square mile.
Most people in Elkton were White (82.31%), and 15.68% were African American. A small number of people were from other backgrounds. About 2.32% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
The average household had about 2.29 people, and the average family had 2.82 people. About 22.3% of the people were under 18 years old. The median age in the city was 69 years old.
Famous People from Elkton
Many notable people have connections to Elkton. Here are a few:
- George Street Boone – A scholar who studied the rules of government.
- Benjamin Bristow – He was the first Solicitor General of the United States, a top lawyer for the government. He also used to be the U.S. Treasury Secretary.
- Francis Bristow – A politician who represented Kentucky in the U.S. House of Representatives.
- James Clark McReynolds – He served as a judge on the highest court in the country, the United States Supreme Court.
- Mary Louise Milliken Childs – A very generous person known for her charity work.
- David Morton – A well-known poet.
- James Gordon Shanklin – An agent for the FBI.
- Anthony New – A Congressman who represented the area.
- Paul Rudolph – A famous architect who designed buildings.
- Jess Sweetser – The first American-born golfer to win the British Amateur golf tournament.
Education and Learning
Elkton has a public library called the Todd County Public Library. It's a great place for everyone to borrow books and learn new things.
Climate and Weather
Elkton has a climate that is known for its hot and humid summers. The winters are usually mild to cool. This type of weather is called a humid subtropical climate, or "Cfa" on climate maps.
See also
In Spanish: Elkton (Kentucky) para niños
