Greenup, KY County is a vibrant community with a population of 35,996 and a population density of 101 people per square mile. The local economy is driven by businesses such as Blosser's Country Market, Greenup Lodge #62 and My Old Kentucky Dinner Train. There are numerous outdoor activities to enjoy year-round, including fishing and boating on the Ohio River or camping at nearby Carter Caves State Resort Park. Other organizations in the area include the Greenup County Historical Society and the Greenbo Lake State Resort Park. Sporting events include races at the Raceland Speedway or trips to see the Ashland Tomcats play football or basketball at Paul G. Blazer High School.
The population in Greenup County is 35,996. There are 105 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Greenup County is 43.6, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Greenup County is 2.6, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Greenup County
- 55.7% are married
- 12.5% are divorced
- 31.7% are married with children
- 14.5% have children, but are single
Race in Greenup County
- 96.3% are White
- 0.8% are Black
- 0.4% are Asian
- 0.1% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 1.0% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 1.4% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander