Prestonsburg is a city located in Floyd 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 10.9 square miles (28.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 600 ft. With a population of approximately 3,612 residents, Prestonsburg offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 45.38% males and 54.62% females, and it has a population density of 331.38 people per square mile (127.95/km²). Prestonsburg lies at a latitude of 37.67 and a longitude of -82.76, operating in the UTC-5.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (22.4%), followed by English (9%), German (7.3%), and Scotch-Irish (1.9%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 41653.