Crittenden, Kentucky
City · Population 4,125 · #90 in Kentucky
About Crittenden
Crittenden is a small town in northern Kentucky, home to 4,125 residents as of the latest Census estimates.
Officially, Crittenden is an incorporated city with its own municipal government. The community covers 3.4 square miles, giving it a balanced suburban layout with room to breathe at roughly 1,213 residents per square mile.
📰 Crittenden News Today
- Crittenden County deputy critically injured, suspect killed in officer-involved shooting KFVS12 · Apr 2
- When the boss sat in the same pew: Crittenden County and the mining that didn't turn bloody Kentucky Lantern · Jul 23
- Crittenden Co. deputy shot in the line of duty dies from injuries WFIE | 14 News · Apr 30
- Crittenden County deputy critically injured in shooting, suspect killed FOX 56 News · Apr 3
- Crittenden County Deputy Rick Coyle dies weeks after shooting during call Police1 · May 4
Live headlines via Google News — updates through the day.
What Makes Crittenden Unique
- The only place in America named Crittenden — a truly one-of-a-kind name among 32,000+ US communities.
- Positioned in northern 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 8 miles.
🍽️ Where to Eat in Crittenden
- Tacos
Local spots mapped by the OpenStreetMap community.
🏞️ Parks & Outdoors in Crittenden
- Curtis Gates Lloyd Wildlife Management Area · Nature reserve reviews ★
- Grant County Park reviews ★
- Mullins Wildlife Management Area · Nature reserve reviews ★
Parks mapped by the OpenStreetMap community · "reviews" opens each park's live Google reviews.
🏫 Schools in Crittenden
- Northern Ky Youth Dev Center
- Piner Elementary School
Public schools, U.S. Dept. of Education (NCES) 2023–24 directory.
⚡ Quick Facts
StateKentucky
TypeCity
Population (2024)4,125
Rank in state#90 of 418
Land area3.4 sq mi
Density1,213/sq mi
Coordinates38.7885, -84.6019