About Russell
Russell, KY is a small town located in northeastern Kentucky with an estimated population of 3,638.
Officially, Russell is an incorporated city with its own municipal government. The community covers 3.81 square miles, giving it a balanced suburban layout with room to breathe at roughly 955 residents per square mile.
📰 Russell News Today
- Kentucky AG Russell Coleman Leads Multi-State Block Against Meta in Historic Trillion-Dollar Lawsuit WAVE News · Aug 18
- Obituary information for Russell Weaver Ratterman Brothers Funeral Home · Aug 18
- Kentucky AG Russell Coleman Leads Multi-State Block Against Meta in Historic Trillion-Dollar Lawsuit KFVS12 · Aug 18
- Kentucky League of Cities Highlights Russell Springs’ Bankers Field of Dreams Laker Country 104.9 WJRS · Aug 13
- Ky. Attorney General pushes for stronger federal penalties for ATM robberies WYMT · Aug 12
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What Makes Russell Unique
- One of 8 places in the US named Russell — but the Kentucky one has a character all its own.
- Positioned in northeastern Kentucky, convenient to the region's corridors and crossings.
- Part of the fabric of Kentucky — one of 555 recognized communities statewide.
Why People Love It Here
- A tight community feel that bigger cities can't replicate.
- Housing dollars stretch further here than in the nearest metro.
- Well connected: 3+ neighboring communities within 2 miles.
🏫 Schools in Russell
- Russell Area Technology Center
- Russell High School
- Russell Independent Alternative School
- Russell Middle School
- Russell Primary School
Public schools, U.S. Dept. of Education (NCES) 2023–24 directory.
⚡ Quick Facts
StateKentucky
TypeCity
Population (2024)3,638
Rank in state#98 of 418
Land area3.81 sq mi
Density955/sq mi
Coordinates38.5130, -82.6960