Calloway County

Calloway County is an administrative division in western Kentucky spanning roughly 386 square miles (1,000 square kilometers). The landscape consists of farmland, residential communities, and water bodies including sections of Kentucky Lake.

The county was established in 1821 and named after Colonel Richard Callaway, an early settler in Kentucky. Callaway helped found Boonesborough, one of the first European settlements in the region during the colonial expansion period.

Murray State University shapes life in the county seat through educational programs and academic events that draw people together. The campus and student community influence daily rhythms and social activities across the region.

The county maintains essential services including an Enhanced 911 emergency system for all areas. Newcomers and visitors should be aware of local regulations, particularly regarding alcohol sales that vary between incorporated and unincorporated zones.

Despite its classification as a moist county, local law prohibits alcohol sales across most of the area. Only within Murray's city limits can businesses legally sell alcoholic beverages, creating a distinct contrast with surrounding jurisdictions.

Location: Kentucky

Inception: December 19, 1821

Capital city: Murray

Shares border with: Marshall County, Trigg County, Stewart County, Henry County, Graves County

Website: http://callowaycounty-ky.gov

GPS coordinates: 36.62000,-88.27000

Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:24