Laurel County, county in Kentucky, United States. As of 2020 county had an estimated population of 61,238 inhabitants. The county was created 198 years ago in 1825. Its county seat is London.
There are 2 city/town in Laurel County, KY. The largest city of Laurel County is London with a population of 8,072. Other cities include and North Corbin population 1,773
North Corbin, City in Kentucky, United States of America
Laurel County is located in southeastern Kentucky within the Eastern Kentucky Coalfield region. The county has a population of around 60,000 residents. Here are some of the notable cities and towns in Laurel County:
London serves as the county seat and largest city in Laurel County with about 7,000 residents. It was founded in 1836 and has historic buildings downtown like the Laurel County Courthouse. Attractions include the Big Laurel River Park and the London Downtown Market.
Corbin
Corbin is a city located along I-75 in northern Laurel County with a population of around 7,000. It was founded in the late 1800s as a railroad town. The original Sanders Cafe is located in Corbin, where Kentucky Fried Chicken founder Colonel Sanders first perfected his famous recipe.
North Corbin borders Corbin to its north and has around 1,000 residents. It contains the Laurel County Fairgrounds which hosts the annual Laurel County Fair & Horse Show.
East Bernstadt
East Bernstadt is a small town located south of London with around 800 residents. It hosts the annual East Bernstadt Craft Show & Fall Festival featuring arts, crafts and music.
Pittsburg
Pittsburg is an unincorporated town south of London named for the coal pits and coal mining history of the area. Key attractions include the Lil' Abner Jamboree and the Laurel County African American Historical & Genealogical Society Museum.
Laurel County has a rich pioneer and frontier heritage along with scenic wilderness areas perfect for outdoor recreation.
List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Laurel County.
City Name | Title | Population |
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London | City in Kentucky, United States | 8,072 |
North Corbin | City in Kentucky, United States of America | 1,773 |