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. Eastern Kentucky's Lee County, with Beattyville as its seat and a population of roughly 6,474, features dramatic landscapes shaped by the Kentucky River and its tributaries, offering secluded parcels for those seeking a private, nature-centric homestead experience.