Top Kentucky markets by PropertyIQ Score
Top metros
| # | Market | Score | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Owensboro, KY | 66 | D |
| 2 | Cincinnati, OH | 64 | D |
| 3 | Lexington, KY | 64 | D |
| 4 | Franklin, KY | 53 | F |
| 5 | Huntington, WV | 52 | F |
| 6 | Pikeville, KY | 49 | F |
| 7 | Louisville, KY | 46 | F |
| 8 | Henderson, KY | 45 | F |
| 9 | Campbellsville, KY | 41 | F |
| 10 | Danville, KY | 39 | F |
Top counties
| # | Market | Score | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lee County, KY | 86 | B |
| 2 | Bracken County, KY | 85 | B |
| 3 | Union County, KY | 85 | B |
| 4 | Metcalfe County, KY | 84 | B |
| 5 | Hancock County, KY | 84 | B |
| 6 | Hickman County, KY | 77 | C+ |
| 7 | Scott County, KY | 73 | C |
| 8 | Henderson County, KY | 69 | D+ |
| 9 | Daviess County, KY | 68 | D+ |
| 10 | Green County, KY | 67 | D+ |
Kentucky Real Estate Market
AI-powered housing market analysis for every metro area and county in Kentucky. Updated monthly with the latest data from Zillow, Redfin, Census, and FRED.
Kentucky Metro Areas
21 metropolitan areas tracked by PropertyIQ in Kentucky
+9 more metro areas in Kentucky tracked by PropertyIQ
Kentucky Counties
120 counties tracked by PropertyIQ in Kentucky
+108 more counties in Kentucky tracked by PropertyIQ
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Kentucky Real Estate Market Analysis
Kentucky's real estate market spans a wide range of economic conditions, demographics, and price points. Whether you're a first-time buyer looking for the most affordable Kentucky metros or an investor weighing relative market strength, the PropertyIQ Score gives you a single data-first read — built from Zillow price momentum and Realtor.com market-flow signals, updated monthly — of how each market compares to its state.
Kentucky's housing market centers on Louisville's healthcare, spirits industry, and UPS hub employment alongside Lexington's horse industry and University of Kentucky anchor. The state's affordable housing stock, combined with improving downtown revitalization in both metros, creates compelling value-add opportunities for investors. Kentucky's competitive property tax environment enhances net cash flow projections across most markets.
Explore PropertyIQ's interactive map to compare all Kentucky markets on a single view, or browse individual metro and county pages for detailed analytics, AI-generated market reports, and historical trend data. Sign up free to access PropertyIQ's full scoring dashboard for every Kentucky market.
Kentucky Metro Areas and ZIP Codes
Kentucky Counties and ZIP Codes
Last updated: 2026-07-20. Data from Zillow, Realtor.com, Redfin, U.S. Census Bureau, FRED, BLS, and BEA.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many housing markets does PropertyIQ track in Kentucky?
PropertyIQ currently tracks 21 metro areas and 120 counties in Kentucky, each with its own PropertyIQ Score, home value trend, and days on market reading, refreshed monthly.
What does a PropertyIQ Score of 50 mean for a Kentucky market?
A score of 50 marks Kentucky's own state average demand momentum. PropertyIQ computes scores nationally across every US market, then calibrates the scale so a Kentucky market is read against Kentucky's own typical momentum rather than the national average. A market scoring above 50 is positioned to outperform the Kentucky average over the next three years, while one below 50 is positioned to lag it.
Where can I find ZIP code level housing data for Kentucky?
Every metro area and county listed on this page links through to its own ZIP codes, and each ZIP has its own market page with home value, rent, and days on market data. Start from a Kentucky metro or county below, then drill into ZIP codes for the most localized data available.
What data sources does PropertyIQ use for Kentucky market data, and how often is it updated?
PropertyIQ ingests fresh data every month from Zillow home values, Realtor.com days on market and price cut activity, Redfin, the US Census Bureau, FRED, the Bureau of Labor Statistics, and the Bureau of Economic Analysis. Every metro, county, and ZIP page for Kentucky shows a last updated date, and PropertyIQ Scores are recomputed monthly once that new source data lands.
Which Kentucky metro area has the strongest housing demand right now?
As of the latest monthly refresh, Owensboro, KY has the highest PropertyIQ Score among Kentucky metro areas, indicating the strongest demand momentum in the state relative to its own history. Rankings shift month to month as new home value, days on market, and price cut data arrives, so check back after each monthly update.