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Faxon, Kentucky
Faxon, Kentucky is located in Kentucky
Faxon, Kentucky
Faxon, Kentucky
Location in Kentucky
Faxon, Kentucky is located in the United States
Faxon, Kentucky
Faxon, Kentucky
Location in the United States
Country United States
State Kentucky
County Calloway
Elevation
518 ft (158 m)
Time zone UTC-6 (Central (CST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-5 (CST)
GNIS feature ID 507980

Faxon is a small place in Calloway County, Kentucky, in the United States. It is known as an "unincorporated community." This means it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town.

What is an Unincorporated Community?

An unincorporated community is a place that is not part of any official city or town. It does not have its own mayor or city council. Instead, it is usually managed by the county government.

How Unincorporated Communities Work

People living in unincorporated communities still get services. These services, like roads and police, are provided by the county. It is different from living in a big city with its own rules.

Where is Faxon Located?

Faxon is found in the western part of Kentucky. Kentucky is a state in the southeastern United States. It is known for its beautiful landscapes and horse farms.

Calloway County Details

Faxon is specifically located in Calloway County. This county is in the western area of Kentucky. The county seat, which is like the main town, is Murray.

Quick Facts About Faxon

Faxon sits at an elevation of 518 feet above sea level. This means it is about 158 meters high. The community is in the Central Time Zone. This is the same time zone as many other places in the middle of the United States.

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