About Upton
Set in the central part of Kentucky, Upton is a tiny community counting 703 people who proudly call it home.
Officially, Upton is an incorporated city with its own municipal government. The community covers 1.36 square miles, giving it a balanced suburban layout with room to breathe at roughly 517 residents per square mile.
📰 Upton News Today
- Kentucky fire department faces costly repairs after distracted drivers hit trucks twice in 3 months WDRB · Aug 17
- Ronnie G Rider Obituary (2026) - Sonora, KY - Manakee Funeral Home - Upton Legacy obituary · Aug 12
- Crash response leads to second crash involving firefighting vehicle in Upton WNKY · May 24
- 1 person found dead after camper fire in Upton, officials report lex18.com · Feb 2
- Kentucky fire truck struck by big rig while responding to crash on I-65 TheTrucker.com · May 25
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What Makes Upton Unique
- 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.
⚡ Quick Facts
StateKentucky
TypeCity
Population (2024)703
Rank in state#258 of 418
Land area1.36 sq mi
Density517/sq mi
Coordinates37.4587, -85.9002