Madisonville, KY

Madisonville is a small town located in Madison County, Kentucky. The population was 1,812 at the 2010 census. It is the county seat of Madison County.

The town was founded in 1819 by James and Nancy ( Powell) Madison. The town was named for James Madison, fourth President of the United States. The first post office opened in 1820 and was called Powell's Station. In 1821, the name was changed to Madisonville after James and Nancy Madison donated land for a courthouse and jail.

The economy of Madisonville is based on agriculture, with tobacco being the main crop. There are also poultry farms and vineyards in the area. Manufacturing includes furniture production and printing services. Tourism is also an important part of the economy, with visitors coming to see historic sites such as Fort Knox and Old Hickory House.

Real estate in Madisonville is primarily residential, with single-family homes predominating. There are also a number of apartments and condos available for purchase or rent. Prices for homes range from around $100,000 to over $1 million dollars; prices for apartments range from around $200 per month to over $2,000 per month