Trimble County, Kentucky

Trimble County is tucked along the Ohio River in northern Kentucky. It’s a small, rural area where life moves at a relaxed pace.

Bedford serves as the county seat. It’s a tiny town at the heart of the county. Around 8,000 people call the area home.

The Trimble County Apple Festival is a beloved local event. It celebrates the harvest season with crafts, food, and community gatherings. Turns out apples aren’t just for keeping the doctor away.

CategoryDetails
County NameTrimble County
County SeatBedford
EtymologyNamed after Robert Trimble, a Justice of the United States Supreme Court
Cities, Towns, and CommunitiesBedford, Milton, Wise’s Landing, Corn Creek, Providence
Interstates and HighwaysUS-42, KY-55, KY-625
FIPS Code21-223
Total Area (Land and Water)156 sq mi (Land: 152 sq mi; Water: 4 sq mi)
Adjacent Counties (and Direction)Jefferson County, Indiana (Northwest), Carroll County (East), Henry County (Southeast), Oldham County (Southwest), Clark County, Indiana (West)
Time ZoneEastern Time Zone (ET)
PopulationApproximately 8,000
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.5927° N, 85.3346° W
Major LandmarksMilton-Madison Bridge, Trimble County Courthouse, Corn Creek Baptist Church
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