Smiths Grove, Kentucky
City · Population 829 · #236 in Kentucky
About Smiths Grove
Smiths Grove, KY is a tiny community located in southern Kentucky with an estimated population of 829.
Officially, Smiths Grove is an incorporated city with its own municipal government. The community covers 0.78 square miles, giving it a balanced suburban layout with room to breathe at roughly 1,063 residents per square mile.
📰 Smiths Grove News Today
- 1 in critical condition after shooting in Smiths Grove WNKY · Aug 17
- Shirley Shirley Obituary, Age 79 - December 6, 2025 - Smiths Grove, Kentucky - Lawrence Journal-World Lawrence Journal-World · Aug 16
- Phyllis Ann Carter Obituary Aug 12, 2026 Hardy and Son Funeral Homes · Aug 12
- 140 Highland Ave, Smiths Grove, KY 42171 Realtor.com · Aug 4
- Bear sightings on the rise in south central Kentucky wbko.com · Jul 13
Live headlines via Google News — updates through the day.
What Makes Smiths Grove Unique
- The only place in America named Smiths Grove — a truly one-of-a-kind name among 32,000+ US communities.
- Positioned in southern 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.
🍽️ Where to Eat in Smiths Grove
- Tre Pizza — pizza
Local spots mapped by the OpenStreetMap community.
🏞️ Parks & Outdoors in Smiths Grove
- Ed Spear Park reviews ★
Parks mapped by the OpenStreetMap community · "reviews" opens each park's live Google reviews.
🏫 Schools in Smiths Grove
- North Warren Elementary
- South Edmonson Elementary School
Public schools, U.S. Dept. of Education (NCES) 2023–24 directory.
⚡ Quick Facts
StateKentucky
TypeCity
Population (2024)829
Rank in state#236 of 418
Land area0.78 sq mi
Density1,063/sq mi
Coordinates37.0502, -86.2081