Clinton County is a rural county in south-central Kentucky along the Cumberland River. Known for affordable land prices, minimal zoning restrictions, and strong agricultural use, Clinton County is popular with homesteaders and off-grid buyers. County seat: Albany. Lawrence County, located in Eastern Kentucky with its seat in Louisa and a population near 15,313, boasts scenic beauty along the Big Sandy River and abundant natural resources, making it an attractive option for land buyers interested in peaceful rural living and outdoor pursuits.