Marrowbone, Cumberland County, Kentucky facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Marrowbone, Kentucky
Census-designated place
Modern Woodmen lodge building on Kentucky Route 90
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Country	United States
State	Kentucky
County	Cumberland
Area
• Total	1.29 sq mi (3.34 km2)
• Land	1.27 sq mi (3.30 km2)
• Water	0.01 sq mi (0.04 km2)
Elevation	643 ft (196 m)
Population  (2020)
• Total	147
• Density	115.38/sq mi (44.54/km2)
Time zone	UTC-6 (Central (CST))
• Summer (DST)	UTC-5 (CDT)
ZIP codes	42759
FIPS code	21-50124
GNIS feature ID	497558

Marrowbone is a small community located in Cumberland County, Kentucky, in the United States. It is called a "census-designated place" because the U.S. Census Bureau defines its borders for counting people.

As of the 2020 census, about 147 people lived in Marrowbone. The community has its own post office and a ZIP code of 42759.

Marrowbone is also home to the Marrowbone Historic District. This district includes three special buildings or places. They are listed on the National Register of Historic Places, which means they are important for their history.

Geography and Location

Marrowbone is found in the western part of Cumberland County. It is located along Kentucky Route 90. This road runs west of Burkesville, which is the main town and county seat of Cumberland County.

The land in Marrowbone is about 643 feet above sea level. Its exact location is around 36.8288889 degrees north and 85.5030556 degrees west.

Population and People

The population of Marrowbone has changed over the years. Here is how many people lived there during recent U.S. Census counts:

In 2020, the population was 147 people. This information helps us understand how the community has grown or changed.

See also

In Spanish: Marrowbone (Kentucky) para niños