Hebron, Kentucky facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Hebron, Kentucky
Census-designated place (CDP)
Area around Hebron, Kentucky
Location within Boone County and the state of Kentucky
Country	United States
State	Kentucky
County	Boone
Area
• Total	6.43 sq mi (16.65 km2)
• Land	6.42 sq mi (16.62 km2)
• Water	0.01 sq mi (0.03 km2)
Elevation	896 ft (273 m)
Population  (2020)
• Total	6,195
• Density	965.10/sq mi (372.64/km2)
Time zone	UTC-5 (Eastern (EST))
• Summer (DST)	UTC-4 (EDT)
ZIP codes	41048
Area code(s)	(859)
FIPS code	21-35542
GNIS feature ID	2629628

Hebron (/ˈhiːbrən/) is a community in Boone County, Kentucky, United States. It is known as a census-designated place (CDP) because the government tracks its population. Hebron got its name from an ancient city mentioned in the Bible.

In 2020, about 6,195 people lived in Hebron. The larger Hebron area is also home to the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport. This airport helps people travel to and from Cincinnati and the nearby areas of Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana.

History of Hebron

Hebron, around 1910

Hebron used to have different names, like Briar Thicket. In 1858, a post office was set up in the community. It was named after the local Hebron Lutheran Church.

Geography and Location

Hebron is located in the northern part of Boone County. It sits on the western edge of the suburbs of Cincinnati and Covington.

Interstate 275 forms the northern border of Hebron. The center of Hebron is where Kentucky Route 20 and Kentucky Route 237 meet. This spot is about 3 miles (5 km) west of the entrance to the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport. Downtown Cincinnati is about 16 miles (26 km) east of Hebron.

Hebron covers a total area of about 6.43 square miles (16.7 square kilometers). Only a very small part of this area, about 0.01 square miles (0.03 square kilometers), is water.

Population Information

According to the 2020 census, Hebron had a population of 6,195 people.

Media and News

Hebron has access to local news. It is served by The Kentucky Enquirer, which is a version of The Cincinnati Enquirer. There is also a weekly newspaper called The Boone County Recorder. People in Hebron can also watch many television stations and listen to many radio stations from the Greater Cincinnati area.

Hebron in Movies

Some movies have been filmed in Hebron. For example, parts of the 1993 film Airborne were shot here. It shows scenes from KY 8 and KY 20.

Economy and Businesses

Hebron is home to several large companies and their operations. These businesses provide many jobs in the area.

Some major companies in Hebron include:

• Amazon.com has several large fulfillment centers here. These are places where products are stored and shipped to customers.
• Wayfair also has a fulfillment center in Hebron.
• DHL eCommerce has a distribution center, which helps deliver packages.
• Anderson Manufacturing makes rifles, parts, and accessories.

Transportation in Hebron

Air Travel

Hebron is served by the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (airport codes: CVG, KCVG). This airport is a major hub for DHL Aviation. It is also a focus city for Allegiant Air, meaning Allegiant Air has many flights to and from this airport.

Even though the airport terminal uses a Hebron postal address, it is actually in an unincorporated area of the county. The airport is just outside the official Hebron CDP boundaries.

Highways and Roads

Hebron is connected by a major interstate highway. Interstate 275 is a large highway that goes around Northern Kentucky.

Several state highways also serve Hebron:

• Kentucky Route 237 (North Bend Road)
• Kentucky Route 20 (Petersburg Road)
• Formerly, Kentucky Route 3168 (Limaburg Road)

ARTIMIS is a service that provides information about interstate highway conditions in the Greater Cincinnati area. You can call 511 to get current highway updates.

In 2010, work was completed on the KY 237 bridge over I-275. This project also added sidewalks and improved storm drains.

Bus Service

Hebron has bus service provided by the Transit Authority of Northern Kentucky (TANK). TANK serves Northern Kentucky and has bus connections to Cincinnati's main Government Square hub.

Historic Places to See

Hebron Deposit Bank

Several places in Hebron are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This means they are important historical sites that are protected.

These include:

• J.M. Aylor House
• Allie Corn House
• Cave Johnson House
• Crisler-Crisler Mounds Site
• Hebron Deposit Bank
• Rev. Robert E. Kirtley House

Well-Known People from Hebron

Some notable people have lived in Hebron:

• Geoff Davis: A former U.S. Representative for Kentucky.
• Jason Johnson: A former Major League Baseball pitcher.
• Max Montoya: A former NFL football player for the Cincinnati Bengals and Oakland Raiders.
• Pat O'Brien: A lead guitarist for the American death metal band Cannibal Corpse.

Schools in Hebron

Public schools in Hebron are part of the Boone County Schools district.

These schools include:

• Conner High School
• Conner Middle School
• Goodridge Elementary School
• North Pointe Elementary School
• Thornwilde Elementary School

See also

In Spanish: Hebron (Kentucky) para niños