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Upriver or Down River … what do they mean?
Rather than north, south, east or west, locals often talk about one location be upriver or down river from another. Depending on where you are in the county, upriver could be north or west, while down river could be south or east.
Greenup and Boyd Counties are affordable places to live.
Average home cost:
▪ The average home value in Greenup County is $200,583
▪ The average home value in Boyd County is $173,917
(Zillow.com as of March 2025)
Cost of gas:
▪ Regular Gasoline prices range from $2.63 - $2.72 per gallon throughout
the region
Greenup County Job & Family Services
Helping Hands of Greenup County
Community Faith in Action
Greenup County Extension Agency
Greenup Disaster Emergency Services
Boyd County Senior Center • 606-739-6349
Interstate & Highway
Railroad
River
Airports
Shared Ride Services
Walking/biking paths
In Kentucky, US-23 is known as the Country Music Highway. With such artists as Billy Ray Cyrus, The Judds, and Tom T. Hall hailing from the region, there is a lot of affection for country music in these parts.
City of Wurtland
Commonwealth of Kentucky
United States
Northeast Kentucky, including Greenup and Boyd counties, is a safe and welcoming region with strong community-based public safety services. Greenup County reports a low crime rate of approximately 8 incidents per 1,000 residents, with a violent crime index of 6, while Boyd County’s crime indices reflect typical levels for a regional hub, with a violent crime index of 13 and a property crime index of 41.
Both counties are supported by full-time law enforcement agencies, 911 emergency communications, and emergency management teams dedicated to maintaining safety and preparedness across their communities.
One Stop for New Businesses
From starting your business plan to registering your business with the Commonwealth, this portal is a "one stop shop" with tools necessary to assist you in registering and operating your business in Kentucky.
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