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Jeff and Viper Post Office
Jeff and Viper Post Office
Jeff is located in Kentucky
Jeff
Jeff
Location in Kentucky
Jeff is located in the United States
Jeff
Jeff
Location in the United States
Country United States
State Kentucky
County Perry
Government
 • Type Jeff
Area
 • Total 0.79 sq mi (2.04 km2)
 • Land 0.76 sq mi (1.96 km2)
 • Water 0.03 sq mi (0.08 km2)
Elevation
915 ft (279 m)
Population
 (2020)
 • Total 293
 • Density 387.05/sq mi (149.47/km2)
Time zone UTC-5 (Eastern (EST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-4 (EDT)
ZIP code
41751
Area code(s) 606
FIPS code 21-40204
GNIS feature ID 516758

Jeff is a small community located in Perry County, Kentucky, in the United States. It is known as a census-designated place. This means it's an area that the government counts for population, but it doesn't have its own city government or mayor. Jeff was also historically known as a coal town.

What is a Coal Town?

A coal town is a community that grew up around a coal mine. Many people who lived in these towns worked in the mines. Coal mining was a very important industry in Kentucky for a long time. These towns often had houses, stores, and schools built by the mining companies.

Where is Jeff Located?

Jeff is in the eastern part of Kentucky. This area is known for its mountains and valleys. It is part of Perry County. The community is situated in a rural setting.

How Jeff Got Its Name

The community of Jeff got its name from an early settler. A post office was opened in Jeff in 1902. It was named after a person called Jefferson Combs. So, the name "Jeff" is a shorter version of his first name.

How Many People Live in Jeff?

The number of people living in Jeff has changed over the years. According to the 2010 census, there were 323 people living there. By the 2020 census, the population was 293 people. This shows a small decrease in the number of residents.

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