Trenton, Kentucky facts for kids
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Trenton, Kentucky
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The junction of US 41 and KY 104 in Trenton
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Location of Trenton in Todd County, Kentucky.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kentucky |
| County | Todd |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.57 sq mi (1.48 km2) |
| • Land | 0.57 sq mi (1.47 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 587 ft (179 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 326 |
| • Density | 572.93/sq mi (221.28/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
42286
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| Area code(s) | 270 |
| FIPS code | 21-77592 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0505487 |
Trenton is a small city in Todd County, Kentucky, in the United States. In 2020, about 326 people lived there. It is a quiet place with a rich history.
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History of Trenton
Trenton was first settled in 1796. It was known as Lewisburg back then. Settling means people started to build homes and live in the area.
In 1819, the town got a new name. It was renamed Trenton, just like the city of Trenton, New Jersey. Later, in 1840, Trenton officially became an incorporated city. This means it got its own local government.
Where is Trenton Located?
Trenton is found in the state of Kentucky. Its exact location is at 36.723246 degrees north and -87.261209 degrees west. These numbers help pinpoint its spot on a map.
The city covers a total area of about 0.6 square miles (1.6 square kilometers). All of this area is land. There are no large bodies of water within the city limits.
Population Changes in Trenton
The number of people living in Trenton has changed over many years. The United States Census Bureau counts the population every ten years. This helps us see how towns grow or shrink.
Here is a look at Trenton's population over time:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1830 | 178 | — | |
| 1870 | 221 | — | |
| 1880 | 152 | −31.2% | |
| 1890 | 455 | 199.3% | |
| 1900 | 600 | 31.9% | |
| 1910 | 653 | 8.8% | |
| 1920 | 552 | −15.5% | |
| 1930 | 524 | −5.1% | |
| 1940 | 572 | 9.2% | |
| 1950 | 577 | 0.9% | |
| 1960 | 542 | −6.1% | |
| 1970 | 496 | −8.5% | |
| 1980 | 465 | −6.2% | |
| 1990 | 378 | −18.7% | |
| 2000 | 419 | 10.8% | |
| 2010 | 384 | −8.4% | |
| 2020 | 326 | −15.1% | |
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As you can see, the population has gone up and down. For example, it grew a lot between 1880 and 1890. Then it slowly decreased over many decades.
Famous People from Trenton
One notable person born in Trenton is Josephine Leavell Allensworth. She was a talented musician. She was also an activist, meaning she worked to bring about social change.
See also
In Spanish: Trenton (Kentucky) para niños
