Butler County is a rural South Central Kentucky county centered on Morgantown. Known for the Green River, affordable land, minimal zoning restrictions, and a quiet rural lifestyle popular with homesteaders. Explore the scenic beauty of Eastern Kentucky in Johnson County, with its county seat in Paintsville. This region of approximately 22,188 people offers rolling hills and a strong sense of community, attracting land buyers looking for affordable acreage for farming, cabin retreats, or a connection to Appalachian heritage.