Tompkinsville is a city located in Monroe 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 3.7 square miles (9.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 923 ft. With a population of approximately 2,660 residents, Tompkinsville offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 43.2% males and 56.8% females, and it has a population density of 726.78 people per square mile (280.61/km²). Tompkinsville lies at a latitude of 36.7 and a longitude of -85.69, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (33%), followed by English (9.7%), German (1.8%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 42167.