Welcome to Woodford County

Woodford County has a rich history in the development of the Commonwealth of Kentucky.  Established as one of the nine counties of the Commonwealth in 1792; the original boundaries followed the Kentucky River from Mundy’s Landing, (located on Woodford County’s southern tip), north to the Ohio River and then east to the mouth of the Licking River at present day Covington.  Today, encompassing more than 123,000 acres of the world’s finest agricultural land, the County boasts the largest total farm income in Kentucky -- largely due to our significant equine industry.

While maintaining our rich equine and agribusiness tradition, we continue to welcome industrial and commercial development to the County.  Approximately 11,000 jobs in Woodford County are staffed by 5,600 local residents and 5,400 commuters from outside the county.  Investment with our business partners is obvious through our financial commitment to the Midway Station Industrial Park and continued reinvestment in infrastructure.

Earlier this year Woodford County became 1of only 4 counties in the State to earn the designation as a Work Ready Community!

The Work Ready program provides focus for communities to agree to meet certain educational, workforce development, and collaboration goals in order to earn the certification.

This effort provided the opportunity to transform our communities economy and give Woodford County a competitive advantage in supporting our current employers as well as attracting new businesses and jobs.

Woodford County residents have always valued education.  Our public school system consistently ranks among the highest in the Commonwealth for student performance.

Woodford County is the home of nationally acclaimed Midway College and the Kentucky Community and Technical College System, which has the state’s largest post-secondary enrollment of over 80,000 pupils. 

Politically, Woodford County residents have been active in many state government employment and leadership roles.  A Woodford County resident has served as Governor on seven different occasions, more than any other county.   Locally, the administration of the County government – consisting of the Fiscal Court and Judge-Executive, strives to be responsive to citizens’ needs while providing the highest standards of living.

Valuing tradition yet embracing new opportunities allows Woodford County to be one of the leaders in the Commonwealth of Kentucky.

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