Kentucky has long been held as a great place to live. Home of the famous Kentucky Derby, crown jewel for horse racing each year, Kentucky draws throngs of tourists every year to take in the majesty of the state. There has been a fair amount of revitalization across the entire state as the governing bodies move to grow a stronger reputation for residents. The central location seems to give Kentucky an advantage over the surrounding areas as the residents enjoy the never ebbing flow of newcomers crossing the borders to take in the scenery. Following the current trend, Kentucky has changed the way that most people look at it. No more is she considered to be a backwards state full of the less than smart as many people across the entire world make their home there to get away from the hustle and bustle of big city life. Settling in the mountains or low lying areas has become the fashionable thing to do for some big names, including many of the great authors across the country who are looking for a nice quiet place to do some writing.

The economy of Kentucky has never failed. While it is not the strongest in the country it is also not the weakest. There is plenty of industry across the state to keep things steady and the tourist trade makes for some big dollars every year.

Unemployment is higher than the government would like to see but that is not a bad thing. Many people choose not to work instead enjoy a peaceful retired lifestyle in one of the remote areas. The numbers are less than accurate as farming is not ranked as employment in the state.

The cost of living is very low throughout Kentucky and people from surrounding states cross the borders to take advantage of the low costs of things like tobacco and alcohol. Be careful as it is actually illegal to take such things back across statelines.

The real estate situation has stayed within the norms for Kentucky's size. New homes are harder to come by but the existing home market is ripe for buyers.