Kentucky

Muhlenberg

30,928
2020 population
1800
first census record
23
census records

About Muhlenberg

Muhlenberg, Kentucky, first appears in the United States federal census in 1800, when it recorded a population of 1,443. At the most recent census, in 2020, its population stood at 30,928.

Its recorded population peaked at 37,784 in 1930, and has since declined by roughly 18 percent.

On the ground today, 4 documented military engagements have been recorded within the county, among them Battle of Sacramento Kentucky, Battle of Sacramento, Kentucky, Battle of Sacramento Kentucky (Forrest), and 13 places are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Population by decade

Census YearPopulationChart
202030,928
201031,499
200031,839
199031,318
198032,238
197027,537
196027,791
195032,501
194037,554
193037,784
192033,353
191028,598
190020,741
189017,955
188015,098
187012,638
186010,725
18509,809
18406,964
18305,340
18204,979
18104,181
18001,443
Source

Population data from the United States decennial census, U.S. Census Bureau (public domain).

Battles & engagements in Muhlenberg

Military engagements that took place in Muhlenberg, Kentucky.

Battle of Sacramento Kentucky
1861
Battle of Sacramento, Kentucky
1861
Battle of Sacramento Kentucky (Forrest)
1861
Central City Skirmish (1864)
1864

Historic places in Muhlenberg

National Register of Historic Places listings in Muhlenberg, Kentucky.

Greenville City Hall
Greenville
North Main Street Historic District
Greenville
Greenville Commercial Historic District
Greenville
Rice Tobacco Factory
Greenville
Muhlenberg County Courthouse
Greenville
Short, George, House
Greenville
Martin House
Greenville
South Cherry Street Historic District
Greenville
Baker Site (15MU12)
Skilesville
Thomas, Robert, House
Central City
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Frequently asked about Muhlenberg

When does Muhlenberg first appear in the US census?
Muhlenberg, Kentucky first appears in the federal census in 1800, with a recorded population of 1,443.
What is the population of Muhlenberg?
At the most recent federal census (2020), Muhlenberg had a recorded population of 30,928.
When did Muhlenberg's population peak?
Muhlenberg's recorded population peaked at 37,784 in 1930.
Were any battles fought in Muhlenberg?
4 documented military engagements took place in Muhlenberg, including Battle of Sacramento Kentucky, Battle of Sacramento, Kentucky, Battle of Sacramento Kentucky (Forrest).
How many historic places are in Muhlenberg?
13 sites are listed on the National Register of Historic Places in Muhlenberg, Kentucky.
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