McCracken County, county in Kentucky, United States. As of 2020 county had an estimated population of 65,644 inhabitants. The county was created 200 years ago in 1824. Its county seat is Paducah.
There are 4 city/town in McCracken County, KY. The largest city of McCracken County is Paducah with a population of 24,883. Other cities include, Hendron population 4,687, Reidland population 4,491 and Massac population 29
Located in the far western region of Kentucky, McCracken County borders the Ohio River and Illinois. Here are some of its notable cities and towns:
Paducah - The largest city and county seat, Paducah has over 25,000 residents. It lies at the confluence of the Tennessee and Ohio Rivers and has a lively downtown with shops, restaurants and museums.
Lone Oak - Serving as a suburb of Paducah, Lone Oak has around 1,200 residents. It hosts an annual Smoke on the Water BBQ Festival.
Reidland - This unincorporated community has around 3,000 residents. It acts as a suburban hub along Interstate 24 with chain stores and restaurants.
Woodlawn - A very small residential community along the Ohio River northeast of Paducah. It contains fewer than 100 homes.
West Paducah - An unincorporated area northwest of Paducah containing subdivisions, trailer parks, and rural farmland.
Other McCracken County communities include Future City, Halfway, Heath, Hendron, Maxon, Ragland and Rosebower. The county provides vibrant river city conveniences and attractions as well as rural charm.
List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in McCracken County.
City Name | Title | Population |
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Hendron | Census designated place | 4,687 |
Massac | Census-designated place in McCracken County, Kentucky | 29 |
Paducah | City in McCracken County, Kentucky, United States | 24,883 |
Reidland | Census-designated place in McCracken County, Kentucky | 4,491 |