Frenchburg, Kentucky facts for kids
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Frenchburg, Kentucky
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Walnut Street
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Location in Menifee County, Kentucky
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kentucky |
| County | Menifee |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.84 sq mi (2.18 km2) |
| • Land | 0.84 sq mi (2.17 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 873 ft (266 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 601 |
| • Density | 715.48/sq mi (276.33/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
40322
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| Area code(s) | 606 |
| FIPS code | 21-29260 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0512254 |
Frenchburg is a small city in Menifee County, Kentucky, in the United States. It is the main town and the only official city in its rural county. Frenchburg is also the county seat, which means it's where the county government offices are located.
In 2020, about 601 people lived in Frenchburg. This was an increase from 486 people in 2010. The city is found where two main roads meet: U.S. Route 460 and Kentucky Route 36. The main job in Frenchburg is logging, which means cutting down trees for wood. Frenchburg is also part of the larger Mount Sterling area.
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Frenchburg's Past: A Look at History
Frenchburg was planned in 1869. It was chosen to be the main town for the new Menifee County. The city got its name from Robert French, who was a local lawyer and judge. The state government officially recognized Frenchburg as a city in 1871.
A big flood almost destroyed Frenchburg on June 27, 1882. The Beaver Creek flooded, and all but three buildings were washed away. Six people sadly lost their lives in this flood.
In 1910, a special school called the United Presbyterian Center was started in Frenchburg. Dr. Edward Owings Guerrant, who was both a doctor and a preacher, created this school. It was the only high school in Menifee County at the time. A hospital was also built in 1915. For many years, it was the only hospital between the cities of Lexington and Ashland. In 1978, the school campus was added to the National Register of Historic Places. This was because of its important role in education, community life, and religion.
Where is Frenchburg? Understanding its Geography
Frenchburg is located at 37°57′11″N 83°37′38″W / 37.95306°N 83.62722°W. This is in the northwest part of Menifee County. The city sits in a valley near Beaver Creek. Another small stream called Blythes Branch joins Beaver Creek here.
If you travel on U.S. 460, Mount Sterling is about 21 miles (34 km) to the northwest. West Liberty is about 27 miles (43 km) to the east. Kentucky Route 36 goes north from Frenchburg for about 18 miles (29 km) to Owingsville.
The city covers a total area of about 0.84 square miles (2.18 square kilometers). Most of this is land, with only a tiny bit of water. Beaver Creek flows northeast from Frenchburg and eventually joins the Licking River in Cave Run Lake.
Frenchburg's Weather: A Look at the Climate
The weather in Frenchburg has warm temperatures and rain spread out throughout the year. This type of weather is called a "Humid Subtropical Climate."
Who Lives in Frenchburg? A Look at Demographics
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 143 | — | |
| 1890 | 222 | 55.2% | |
| 1900 | 210 | −5.4% | |
| 1910 | 172 | −18.1% | |
| 1920 | 270 | 57.0% | |
| 1930 | 246 | −8.9% | |
| 1940 | 289 | 17.5% | |
| 1950 | 268 | −7.3% | |
| 1960 | 296 | 10.4% | |
| 1970 | 467 | 57.8% | |
| 1980 | 550 | 17.8% | |
| 1990 | 625 | 13.6% | |
| 2000 | 551 | −11.8% | |
| 2010 | 486 | −11.8% | |
| 2020 | 601 | 23.7% | |
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In the year 2000, there were 551 people living in Frenchburg. They lived in 245 households, and 174 of these were families. Almost everyone (99.64%) was White. A very small number (0.36%) were from two or more racial backgrounds. About 1.09% of the people were Hispanic or Latino.
Out of the 245 households, about 32.2% had children under 18 living there. About 48.6% were married couples. About 19.6% were households led by a woman without a husband present. The average household had 2.25 people, and the average family had 2.66 people.
The population was spread out by age. About 24.5% were under 18. About 13.2% were between 18 and 24. About 22.9% were between 25 and 44. About 24.9% were between 45 and 64. And 14.5% were 65 years old or older. The average age was 36 years.
The average income for a household in the city was $22,350. For families, the average income was $28,333. About 27.5% of the people in Frenchburg lived below the poverty line. This included 35.5% of those under 18 and 24.2% of those 65 or older.
Learning in Frenchburg: Schools and Library
Frenchburg is home to Menifee County High School. It also has Menifee Central, which is another school.
The city also has a lending library. It is a branch of the Menifee County Public Library.
News in Frenchburg: Local Media
From 1996 to 2007, Frenchburg had a local newspaper called the Foothills Courier. This newspaper was supported by local people and businesses. However, it stopped being financially stable after its editor passed away in 2006. Another newspaper, the Menifee County News, then bought out the Foothills Courier.
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Walnut Street
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Location in Menifee County, Kentucky
See also
In Spanish: Frenchburg (Kentucky) para niños
