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Owen County
Agricultural heritage, expansive land base, and rural development potential define Owen County's opportunity.
11,000
Population
County residents
352
Sq Miles
Largest in corridor
Rural
Character
Low density, high potential
KY-22
Access
State highway
Overview
County Profile
Owen County is the corridor's largest county by area—offering expansive land tracts at competitive costs, an agricultural economy ripe for agribusiness investment, and a rural lifestyle that supports workforce retention. Its western corridor position connects Henry and Carroll counties in the regional development network.
Assets
Key Assets & Infrastructure
Expansive Land Tracts
Large development parcels at competitive pricing
Agricultural Infrastructure
Strong agribusiness and processing foundation
Rural Broadband Expansion
Active fiber deployment underway
Low Land Costs
Lowest acquisition costs in the corridor
KY-22 Access
State highway connecting to regional network
Grant Eligibility
ARC and USDA-RD priority zone
Economy
Major Employers & Industries
Agricultural Operations
Agriculture / Farming
Owen County Schools
Public Education
Small Manufacturing
Light Manufacturing
Timber & Natural Resources
Natural Resources
Opportunity
Development Opportunities
- Agribusiness processing and food manufacturing facility
- Solar and renewable energy development on large agricultural tracts
- Rural tourism and outdoor recreation development
- Workforce housing development to support corridor employers
- Broadband infrastructure expansion enabling remote work hub
Quick Facts
County SeatOwenton
Population11,000
Area352 sq mi
Land CostCorridor low
Grant ZoneARC Eligible
To Louisville70 min
Utilities Available
ElectricWaterNatural Gas
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