State Map of Kentucky

The Kentucky Map provides comprehensive information on the accurate geographical location and diverse topography of the state. Situated in the eastern part of the south central United States of America, Kentucky occupies a total area of 40,409 sq mi, and encompasses a total land area of 39,669 sq mi, with a total inland water area of 740 sq mi. The state of Kentucky is surrounded by Illinois, Ohio, and Indiana on its northern side, by West Virginia on its northeastern side, by Virginia on its southeastern side, Tennessee on its southern side, and by Missouri on its western side.

According to the census data of 2000, Kentucky has a population of 4,041,769 people. Kentucky is politically sub divided into 120 counties with county seats acting as the administrative headquarters of the counties.

The Kentucky Maps highlight the important cities of the state. Frankfort is the capital of Kentucky. Louisville, Glasgow, Cave City, and Columbia are some of the other prominent cities.


Kentucky is well connected by a good network of roads and railways. Interstates 65, 71, and 75 connect the northern and southern parts of Kentucky. The eastern end of the state is connected to the western end by Interstates 24 and 64.