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Monterey

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About Monterey

City in Kentucky, United States
112Population
0.3 sq miArea
492 ftElevation

Monterey is a former home rule-class city in Owen County, Kentucky, United States. During the 2020 US Census, the population was 112. The town was dissolved by the Kentucky Department for Local Government on May 20, 2025.

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Most working residents leave Monterey for work: only 0% work in town. The top destinations are Frankfort (14%), Georgetown (8%) and Lexington-Fayette urban county (7%). Half commute less than 27 miles.

Frankfort
14%
Georgetown
8%
Lexington-Fayette urban county
7%
Dry Ridge
3%
Census LEHD 2023 · ACSWork & commute in Monterey →

Health in Monterey

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1worse than KY

of 5 measures CDC estimates. The other 4 are too close to call.

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Frankfort Regional Medical CenterFrankfort · 18.4 mi · ER
Triad Health Systems-Owen CountyOwenton · 7.5 mi · sliding-scale fees
Primary careShortage · county-wide
DentalShortage · county-wide
Mental healthShortage · county-wide
CDC PLACES 2025 · modeled estimates for adults · CDC's estimate for Monterey · CMS · HRSAHealth in Monterey →

Natural hazards in Monterey

75
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Expected storm and flood damage is higher than in 75% of U.S. communities.

🌊 Inland flooding🌪️ Tornadoes💨 Strong wind
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Monterey has chilly winters and warm summers, with plenty of rain. A typical July afternoon reaches 86°, a January night drops to 24°, and about 7 inches of snow falls in a normal winter.

44° / 26°Winter
66° / 44°Spring
85° / 64°Summer
68° / 46°Fall
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Nearest: Owen County Public LibraryOwenton · 7.5 miles · 54 hrs a week

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