Providence, Kentucky
Providence: City in Webster County, Kentucky, United States
About
Providence is a city located in the county of Knox in the U.S. state of Kentucky. Its population at the 2010 census was 3,193 and a population density of 203 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 2,986 inhabitants.
The city was created 184 years ago in 1839.
Quick Facts about Providence
| Population : | 2,986 (2020) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | Kentucky (United States) |
| County : | Knox County |
| Postal code : | 42450 |
| Phone Area Codes : | 270 |
| Area : | 15.74 km2 |
| Altitude : | 440 feet / 134 meters |
| Establishment : | January 01, 1840 (184 years ago) |
| Time Zone : | America/New_York |
| Local time : | 22:20:26 (21st December 2024) |
| Density : | 190 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth : | -6.93% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Providence is located at 36°52'1"N 83°54'42"W (36.8670300, -83.9115900).
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Demographics
According to census records, the population of Providence decreased by 6.93% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 2010 | 3,193 | - | census |
| 2011 | 3,163 | -0.95% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 3,141 | -0.7% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 3,107 | -1.09% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 3,062 | -1.47% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 3,046 | -0.53% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 3,055 | 0.29% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 3,013 | -1.39% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 3,022 | 0.3% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 2,999 | -0.77% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 2,986 | -0.44% | estimation process |
Schools in Providence
College & universities near Providence, KY
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 157863 | Union College | Barbourville (KY) | 40906-1499 |
Post offices near Providence
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Barbourvill Post Office | Barbourville (KY) | 40906 |
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- Providence , Minnesota human settlement in Providence Township, Minnesota, United States of America with a population of 155 people.
Other cities in Knox County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Knox County , KY.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Barbourville | 2,974 | City in Knox County, Kentucky, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Providence distances to largest Kentucky cities
