Livingston County, Kentucky
Livingston County is located in western Kentucky, where the Cumberland and Ohio Rivers meet. It’s a small place with a strong connection to the outdoors.
Smithland serves as the county seat and sits along the Ohio River in the western part of the county. The rivers are the lifeblood of the area, offering plenty of opportunities for fishing, boating, or simply enjoying the water views.
U.S. Route 60 runs through the county. Livingston County is the kind of place where you can slow down, breathe easy, and let the rivers set the pace.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Livingston County |
| County Seat | Smithland |
| Etymology | Named after Robert R. Livingston, a statesman and diplomat |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Smithland, Salem, Ledbetter, Grand Rivers, Tiline |
| Interstates and Highways | I-24, US-60, KY-453 |
| FIPS Code | 21-139 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 342 sq mi (Land: 313 sq mi; Water: 29 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Hardin County, Illinois (North), Crittenden County (Northeast), Lyon County (Southeast), Marshall County (South), McCracken County (Southwest), Massac County, Illinois (West), Pope County, Illinois (Northwest) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CT) |
| State | Kentucky |
| Coordinates | 37.2304° N, 88.3670° W |
| Major Landmarks | Kentucky Lake, Smithland Lock and Dam, Livingston County Wildlife Management Area |
| Population | Approximately 9,000 |
