Butler County Map, Kentucky
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Butler County, Kentucky
Butler County is in western Kentucky, about an hour north of Bowling Green. It’s named after Richard Butler, a Revolutionary War hero.
The Green River runs through the county, offering good fishing spots. Rochester Dam is a local landmark in the northwest. Folks especially like to picnic there.
Around 12,000 people live here, with Morgantown as the county seat. Despite having such a small population, the land area is one of the larger counties in the state. U.S. Route 231 will get you to Morgantown and most places you need to go.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Butler County |
| County Seat | Morgantown |
| Population | Approximately 12,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Morgantown, Rochester, Woodbury, Aberdeen, Roundhill |
| Interstates and Highways | US-231, KY-70, KY-79 |
| FIPS Code | 21-031 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 432 sq mi (Land: 426 sq mi; Water: 6 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Ohio County (Northwest), Grayson County (Northeast), Edmonson County (East), Warren County (Southeast), Logan County (South), Muhlenberg County (West) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CT) |
| State | Kentucky |
| Coordinates | 37.2082° N, 86.6975° W |
| Etymology | Named after General Richard Butler, a soldier in the American Revolutionary War |
| Major Landmarks | Green River, Charles Black City Park, Butler County Public Library |
| Website | Butler County Website |
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