Georgetown
RANK #386 / 996 NAT · #6 / 19 KY · POP 57,286
1YR FORECAST: +1.5%
5YR OUTLOOK: +26%
Scott County, Kentucky, is often recognized for Georgetown, its county seat, which is home to the largest Toyota manufacturing plant in the world. Located in central Kentucky, just 12 miles north of Lexington, the county offers a blend of small-town character with access to a larger city. The landscape features gently rolling hills, horse farms, and more densely wooded areas to the north, providing opportunities for outdoor recreation like hiking, fishing, and kayaking along Elkhorn Creek. The Georgetown-Scott County Parks & Recreation Department maintains over 500 acres across 11 park sites, including recreation centers, walking trails, and aquatic facilities. Life in Scott County is characterized by a strong sense of community, with many families and young professionals residing there. The public school system is considered above average. The economy is largely driven by manufacturing, with the automotive plant being a major employer. There is also a growing healthcare sector and a focus on attracting new businesses and talent. Recent developments include infrastructure improvements in downtown Georgetown and the expansion of business parks to support diverse employers.
Below-average climate & terrain
Below national median (13x)
Housing looks undervalued at 3.5x — home prices are low relative to local economic output. The typical U.S. county is 4–6x.
Estimated local headcount ranges. Larger employers shown as floor + "+"; smaller employers show exact counts where reported.
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Source: CDC/NCHS vital statistics via County Health Rankings (2020–2022 avg). Rates per 100,000 population. Grade based on homicide rate relative to national average (~6.3). Learn more →
| PROJECT | AMOUNT | STATUS |
|---|---|---|
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Toyota Motor Manufacturing Kentucky Expansion
Toyota Motor Manufacturing Kentucky
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$800M | Under Construction |
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Pearl River Solar Park
Pearl River Solar Park
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$235M | Completed |
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Lanes Run Business Park Phase III Expansion
Scott County United, City of Georgetown, Scott County Fiscal Court
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$50M | Planned |
Source: public records, news, corporate announcements. Amounts are estimates where noted.
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With a Boom Town Index score of 61/100, Scott County sits in the upper half of all 996 ranked counties. Employment is expanding at +3.1%, and median household income stands at $80,782 — indicators that suggest solid fundamentals even if it's not among the fastest-growing counties in KY.
Housing in Scott County is roughly in line with national affordability norms. The median home costs $240,800 and the income-to-home-value ratio sits at 0.34, with rents averaging $1,098/month. Not a bargain, but not a stretch for most local earners either.
Scott County is growing on multiple fronts. Population is up +1.8% year-over-year while employers added jobs at a +3.1% clip — and home values reflect that momentum, rising +3.2% over the past 12 months.
There's a moderate stream of newcomers. About 4.84% of residents moved from another state, which is above average and suggests Scott County has appeal as a relocation destination — though it's not among the highest-inflow counties nationally.