Fern Creek Population 2026
Fern Creek has a population of 18,409, making it the #2591 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Kentucky. It is about 478× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
18,409
Rank in United States
#2591
Coordinates
38.16°N, 85.59°W
~216 m elevation · America/Kentucky/Louisville
Distance to capital (Washington)
748 km
465 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Kentucky
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Louisville | 624,444 | #29 |
| Lexington | 320,347 | #58 |
| Lexington-Fayette | 314,488 | #61 |
| Meads | 288,649 | #69 |
| Bowling Green | 63,616 | #628 |
| Owensboro | 59,042 | #703 |
| Covington | 40,997 | #1083 |
| Richmond | 33,533 | #1369 |
Cities near Fern Creek
- Jeffersontown26,946 people · ~4 km away
- Newburg19,967 people · ~6 km away
- Louisville624,444 people · ~18 km away
- Jeffersonville46,960 people · ~18 km away
- Clarksville21,866 people · ~21 km away
- New Albany36,732 people · ~25 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Fern Creek?
Fern Creek has a population of 18,409 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2591 biggest city in United States.
What state is Fern Creek in?
Fern Creek is located in Kentucky, United States.
Is Fern Creek the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 748 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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