Hazel is a city located in Calloway County, in the state of Kentucky (KY), United States. Nestled in the East South Central division of the South region, it covers an area of 0.4 square miles (1.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 560 ft. With a population of approximately 440 residents, Hazel offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 45.23% males and 54.77% females, and it has a population density of 157.89 people per square mile (447.07/km²). Hazel lies at a latitude of 36.5 and a longitude of -88.33, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (15.2%), followed by English (8.9%), German (4.5%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 42049.