Country land in Kentucky
How much good country Kentucky has, where it is, and what to know before you buy: growing season, homeschool rules, internet and prices. "Good country" here means land past the suburbs and their buffer, off the busiest roads, scored by the Land Finder.
The best counties for country living
Ranked by how much of each county scores as good country (fast-growing counties ranked a little lower).
| County (towns) | Good country | Growth | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Knott County Hindman, Pippa Passes | 100% | -1.4%/yr | Score a spot |
| Leslie County Hyden, Hazard | 100% | -1.8%/yr | Score a spot |
| Martin County Inez, Warfield | 100% | -1.3%/yr | Score a spot |
| Owsley County Booneville, Oneida | 100% | -0.7%/yr | Score a spot |
| Lewis County Vanceburg, Concord | 100% | -0.4%/yr | Score a spot |
| Lee County Beattyville, Booneville | 100% | -0.2%/yr | Score a spot |
| Menifee County Frenchburg, Salt Lick | 100% | +0.9%/yr | Score a spot |
| Jackson County McKee, Annville | 100% | +0.7%/yr | Score a spot |
| Breathitt County Jackson, Buckhorn | 99% | -1.6%/yr | Score a spot |
| Morgan County West Liberty, Sandy Hook | 100% | +1.0%/yr | Score a spot |
Land prices
| County | Typical asking price for land |
|---|---|
| Whitley County | $6,098/acre (median of 25 listings) |
Homeschool rules
Homeschools are private schools: notify the local superintendent in writing within 10 days of the school year starting, every year. Keep attendance and progress records at home. No testing, no teacher qualification, no curriculum approval.
Not legal advice; laws change. Verify with the state and your school district. Source
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