Jenkins is a city located in Letcher 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 8.5 square miles (22.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 1526 ft. With a population of approximately 2,401 residents, Jenkins offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 47.98% males and 52.02% females, and it has a population density of 281.15 people per square mile (108.55/km²). Jenkins lies at a latitude of 37.18 and a longitude of -82.63, operating in the UTC-5.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (21%), followed by English (14.7%), German (2.4%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 41537.