Living in Henry County, Kentucky

Henry County is a county in Kentucky with a population of around 15,620, part of the Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN MSA metro area. The main communities are Eminence, New Castle, Campbellsburg.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $2,008/month, above the national average, with a median home price of around $219K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 1.8%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings cold winters (highs around 44°F) and warm summers (highs around 81°F). Mountains are 1-3 hours away. The area has tornado risk worth factoring into home insurance decisions.

Demographics

Henry County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 41 and a predominantly working-class population (13% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.