Simpson County, Kentucky
Simpson County is located in southern Kentucky along the Tennessee border, where history and hospitality come together.
Franklin serves as the county seat and is a friendly town along U.S. Highway 31. Interstate 65 also runs through the county, making Simpson County a convenient stop for travelers.
The county has a rich history, with sites such as the Octagon Hall Museum. Agriculture also plays an important role, with fields of corn and soybeans stretching across the countryside.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Simpson County |
| County Seat | Franklin |
| Etymology | Named after Captain John Simpson, a soldier in the War of 1812 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Franklin, Gold City, Middleton, Prices Mill, Hickory Flat |
| Interstates and Highways | I-65, US-31W, KY-100 |
| FIPS Code | 21-213 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 236 sq mi (Land: 234 sq mi; Water: 2 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Warren County (North), Allen County (East), Sumner County, Tennessee (Southeast), Robertson County, Tennessee (Southwest), Logan County (West) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CT) |
| Population | Approximately 20,000 |
| State | Kentucky |
| Coordinates | 36.7334° N, 86.5772° W |
| Major Landmarks | Octagon Hall Museum, Kenny Perry’s Country Creek Golf Course, Franklin Historic District |
