Shelby County, Kentucky
Located in central Kentucky, Shelby County is where the Bluegrass region meets the Ohio Valley. Shelbyville serves as the county seat and is known as the “Saddlebred Capital of the World.”
The county’s rolling pastures and pristine farms are home to some of the finest horses in the country. The annual Shelbyville Horse Show is also a major local attraction.
Clear Creek Park offers trails, fishing, and a peaceful escape into nature. Shelbyville is located right next to Shelby Lake. With a population of about 50,000, the county is also conveniently situated along I-64.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Shelby County |
| County Seat | Shelbyville |
| Etymology | Named after Isaac Shelby, the first Governor of Kentucky |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Shelbyville, Simpsonville, Bagdad, Todds Point, Clay Village |
| Interstates and Highways | I-64, US-60, KY-53, KY-55 |
| FIPS Code | 21-211 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 386 sq mi (Land: 380 sq mi; Water: 6 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Henry County (North), Franklin County (East), Anderson County (Southeast), Spencer County (Southwest), Jefferson County (West), Oldham County (Northwest) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone (ET) |
| Population | Approximately 50,000 |
| State | Kentucky |
| Coordinates | 38.2115° N, 85.2239° W |
| Major Landmarks | Shelby County Courthouse, Jeptha Creed Distillery, Guist Creek Lake |
