Living in Greenup County, Kentucky

Greenup County is a county in Kentucky with a population of around 36,068, part of the Huntington-Ashland, WV-KY-OH MSA metro area. The main communities are Flatwoods, Russell, Raceland.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $704/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $131K. The county has a moderate unemployment rate at 5.7%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings mild winters (highs around 45°F) and warm summers (highs around 81°F). Mountains are 1-3 hours away. Natural hazard risks include tornado risk and wildfire risk.

Demographics

Greenup County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 43 and a predominantly working-class population (17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.