Hager Hill, Kentucky facts for kids
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Hager Hill, Kentucky
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 Hager Hill, Kentucky
Location in Kentucky
Hager Hill, Kentucky
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kentucky |
| County | Johnson |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,780 |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP codes |
41222
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Hager Hill (sometimes spelled Hagerhill) is a small community in Johnson County, Kentucky, United States. It is not a big city but a quiet place where people live. Hager Hill is located about four miles south of Paintsville. Paintsville is the main town, or county seat, for Johnson County.
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History of Hager Hill
A post office was opened in Hager Hill in 1903. People are not completely sure how the community got its name. Some say it was named after a local farmer and minister named Daniel Mart Hager. Others believe it was named for the home of Sam Hager, which was on top of a hill.
Population in Hager Hill
According to a count from the year 2000, about 1,780 people lived in the area around Hager Hill. This community is mostly made up of people who are White.
Schools in Hager Hill
There are several schools located right in the Hager Hill community:
- Porter Elementary School is a school for younger students.
- The Piarist School (Martin, Kentucky) is a private, Roman Catholic school. It helps students get ready for college.
- Big Sandy Community and Technical College has a campus in Hager Hill. This college offers classes for older students and adults.
Most high school students who live in Hager Hill go to nearby schools. They often attend Johnson Central High School or Paintsville High School, which are both in Paintsville.
Famous People from Hager Hill
- Richard S. Thomas was a notable person from this community.
