Larue County Public RecordsKentucky

As of the 2020 Census, Larue County, KY had a population of approximately 14,867. The median age is about 42.5 years. Females make up around 50.7% of the population, while males account for 49.3%. The county is predominantly White (92.7%), with smaller Black or African American (3.3%), Hispanic or Latino (2.2%), and other races (1.8%). The population remains largely rural and stable, reflecting typical demographics of central Kentucky.

As of 2024, Larue County, KY has approximately 11,500 registered voters, with Republicans holding a majority (about 7,000), followed by Democrats (3,500) and independents/others. The county conducts primary, general, and special elections, with the 2022 general election seeing a 54% turnout. Voting takes place at 9 precincts, including Hodgenville Civic Center. Election administration is overseen by the Larue County Clerk’s office. Recent issues include school funding and agriculture regulation. In the 2020 Presidential election, 75% voted Republican and 23% Democrat. Major parties active are Republican and Democratic.

Larue County, KY operates 4 public schools, including Larue County High School, serving around 2,000 students district-wide. The high school graduation rate is approximately 94%. About 14% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. Schools score an average of 7/10 on state assessments, and the district emphasizes safety with secure campuses and emergency protocols. Adult education opportunities, such as GED and technical training, are available. Educational programs feature STEM, Advanced Placement, and career readiness tracks to prepare students for post-secondary success.

As of 2022, Larue County, KY, had an employment rate of approximately 57.7%. The largest industries were manufacturing (18.6%), health care & social assistance (13.7%), and retail trade (11%). Leading occupations included production (14.8%), office & administrative support (12.1%), and sales (9.6%). Around 65% of workers commuted outside the county, with Elizabethtown (Hardin County) and Louisville as common destinations. The average commute time was 28.6 minutes.

Larue County, KY, features a homeownership rate of about 75%, with median home values around $160,000 as of 2024. Rental options comprise roughly 25% of housing, with median monthly rents near $800. Property values have seen moderate annual growth of 3–5%. Predominant housing types include single-family homes, with some apartments and mobile homes. Key neighborhoods are Hodgenville and Buffalo. Property tax rates average about 0.86%, meaning annual taxes on a median home total approximately $1,375.

Larue County, KY, maintains a relatively low crime rate compared to state averages. In 2022, the county reported approximately 120 total crimes, with violent crime rate at 0.5 per 1,000 residents and property crime rate at 6.3 per 1,000. Larue’s overall crime rate is 45% lower than the Kentucky average. Local law enforcement actively reports crime data to the Kentucky State Police, ensuring transparent crime reporting. Residents generally experience a high sense of safety, with community policing and preventive programs contributing to its low annual crime statistics.