Elsmere, Kentucky
City · Population 9,337 · #46 in Kentucky
close-knit town🌐 elsmere-ky.uscitysearch.com
About Elsmere
Elsmere, KY is a close-knit town located in northern Kentucky, home to 9,337 residents as of the latest Census estimates.
Elsmere holds the status of an incorporated city with its own municipal government. The community covers 2.63 square miles, giving it a compact, walkable footprint at roughly 3,550 residents per square mile.
📰 Elsmere News Today
- Bonnie Jean Morgan Obituary (2026) - Elsmere, KY - Serenity Funeral Care Legacy obituary · Aug 18
- Elsmere leaders look for answers after recent Garvey Avenue bridge changes LINK nky · Aug 13
- Scooter Obituary | Don Catchen & Sons Funeral Homes | Elsmere, KY Tribute Archive · Aug 15
- 'Serious public safety concern' | Fire trucks can no longer drive across Elsmere bridge, creating delays WCPO 9 News · Jul 23
- 606 Willow St, Elsmere, KY 41018 Realtor.com · Apr 6
Live headlines via Google News — updates through the day.
What Makes Elsmere Unique
- 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
- Big enough for services and schools, small enough to feel like home.
- Local businesses and schools anchored by a stable resident base of 9,337.
- Well connected: 3+ neighboring communities within 3 miles.
🍽️ Where to Eat in Elsmere
- Dixie Chili — chili
- Matsuya Japanese Restaurant — japanese
- China City Buffet — chinese
- Domino's — pizza
- La Torta Loca — mexican
- Skyline Chili — chili
- Wok and Roll — chinese
Local spots mapped by the OpenStreetMap community.
🏞️ Parks & Outdoors in Elsmere
- Covered Bridge Park reviews ★
- Florence Nature Park reviews ★
- Rainbow Park reviews ★
- Richardson Road Park reviews ★
- Stetter Park reviews ★
Parks mapped by the OpenStreetMap community · "reviews" opens each park's live Google reviews.
🏫 Schools in Elsmere
- Howell Elementary School
Public schools, U.S. Dept. of Education (NCES) 2023–24 directory.
⚡ Quick Facts
StateKentucky
TypeCity
Population (2024)9,337
Rank in state#46 of 418
Land area2.63 sq mi
Density3,550/sq mi
Coordinates38.9937, -84.6019