The grass is greener in the "Horse Capital of the World."
Climate
Excessive heat, cold, and precipitation never stay for long in the Kentucky Bluegrass Region.
Cultural Attractions
The Keeneland Race Course features thoroughbred races in April and October and thoroughbred auctions all year.
Economy
The area is traditionally known for horses, tobacco and handicrafts.
Fun Fact
The University of Kentucky's Donovan Scholars Program was the first of its kind in America to offer tuition-free college courses for people 65 and over.
Geography
This community sits in north central Kentucky.
Location Details
Weather
Average January high/low temperature (?)
39.9 ° / 24.1 °
Average July high/low temperature (?)
85.9 ° / 66.4 °
Precipitation (?)
45.91 in. /yr.
Index score for various storm types (?)
78
Cost of Living
Median home price (?)
$ 148,000
Median household income (?)
$41207.0
Maximum state income tax (?)
6 %
State sales tax (?)
6 %
Recreational & Cultural Activities
Area of square miles of parkland/greenspace (?)
12.898 mi.²
Number of public golf courses within the county (?)
9
Number of private golf courses within the county (?)
2
Number of sports teams within the county (?)
0
Number of movie theaters within the county (?)
10
Number of libraries within the county (?)
12
Number of museums within the county (?)
16
Number of college and universities that reside within the county (?)
2
Population & Demographics
Total population (?)
268,080
Population density (?)
941 people/mi.²
Population trends (Percentage growth/decline of the 55+ population) (?)
47.8% growth
Population over 55 (?)
55,578 people
Education (?)
33 % have a college degree
Health
Number of hospitals within the county (?)
24
Number of clinics within the county (?)
50
Number of elder care facilities within the county (?)
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