Elkton is a city located in Todd 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 2.1 square miles (5.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 631 ft. With a population of approximately 1,984 residents, Elkton offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 44.56% males and 55.44% females, and it has a population density of 958.45 people per square mile (370.06/km²). Elkton lies at a latitude of 36.81 and a longitude of -87.16, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (18.1%), followed by English (9%), German (5.8%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 42220.