Nelson County is nestled in the state of Kentucky. With a land mass of 424 square miles, Nelson County is one of the larger counties in the state, while in regards to population it is near the top with 3,747 residents. Nelson County's population density of suburban makes it one of the least largely populated areas in the state. The county's largest city is Bardstown, with a population of 23,611.

Nelson County is one of the more affluent regions in the state. The median income for Nelson County residents is $38,697, putting the region in in the top fifth of all counties in Kentucky. Reflecting this, the average house price in Nelson County is $86,153, well above the state average of $81,445.    Continued below...