Gomez, Kentucky facts for kids
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Gomez, Kentucky
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 Gomez, Kentucky
Location in Kentucky
Gomez, Kentucky
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kentucky |
| County | Elliott |
| Elevation | 728 ft (222 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| GNIS feature ID | 2337152 |
Gomez is a small place located in Elliott County, Kentucky, in the United States. It is known as an unincorporated community.
What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community is a place that does not have its own local government. It is not officially a city or a town. Instead, the larger county it is in manages it. People living in Gomez are part of Elliott County. The county government helps with things like roads and other services.
Where is Gomez Located?
Gomez is found in the eastern part of Kentucky. Kentucky is a state in the southeastern United States. Specifically, Gomez is located within Elliott County. The area around Gomez is often hilly. This is typical of the Appalachian region.
The elevation of Gomez is about 728 feet (222 meters) above sea level. This means it is quite a bit higher than the ocean. Its exact location can be pinpointed using geographic coordinates. These are 38 degrees, 10 minutes, 2 seconds North and 82 degrees, 58 minutes, 13 seconds West.
