Hardin County is anchored by Elizabethtown and Fort Knox. Central Kentucky location, strong infrastructure, and a blend of military community, manufacturing jobs, and fertile farmland make it attractive for buyers. In Central Kentucky, Larue County, centered in Hodgenville with a population of approximately 14,633, is renowned as the birthplace of Abraham Lincoln, providing a rich historical backdrop and fertile farmland perfect for homesteaders valuing heritage and agricultural potential.