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Corydon, Kentucky

City · Population 722 · #252 in Kentucky
Corydon, Kentucky

Corydon is a home rule-class city and former coal town in Henderson County, Kentucky, United States. As of the 2020 census, Corydon had a population of 737..

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About Corydon

Set in the western part of Kentucky, Corydon is a tiny community, home to 722 residents as of the latest Census estimates.

Officially, Corydon is an incorporated city with its own municipal government. The community covers 0.54 square miles, giving it a balanced suburban layout with room to breathe at roughly 1,337 residents per square mile.

What Makes Corydon Unique

  • Positioned in western Kentucky, convenient to the region's corridors and crossings.
  • Part of the fabric of Kentucky — one of 555 recognized communities statewide.

Why People Love It Here

  • A tight community feel that bigger cities can't replicate.
  • Housing dollars stretch further here than in the nearest metro.
  • Well connected: 3+ neighboring communities within 10 miles.

🏫 Schools in Corydon

  • A B Chandler Elementary School

Public schools, U.S. Dept. of Education (NCES) 2023–24 directory.

⚡ Quick Facts

TypeCity
Population (2024)722
Rank in state#252 of 418
Land area0.54 sq mi
Density1,337/sq mi
Coordinates37.7396, -87.7066

🗺️ Map of Corydon