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Augusta, KY

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Population
1,099
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
518 ft
Median Home Value
$110,200
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$744/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$51,250
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Augusta

Set along the banks of the Ohio River in northeastern Kentucky, Augusta is a picturesque small town of around 1,100 people. With its historic brick architecture, quiet tree-lined streets, and walkable riverfront, the community offers a peaceful, scenic place to call home. Families appreciate the close-knit atmosphere and the dedicated local school district that serves students right in town.

Augusta Kentucky

Founded in the late 1700s, Augusta has a rich history as an early trading port and a stop along the Underground Railroad. Today, residents enjoy a relaxed pace of life, whether that means taking the historic Augusta Ferry across the river, browsing local shops along Main Street, or simply watching the water drift by from the riverbank. It provides a welcoming, scenic haven with timeless river town charm.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingLow PopulationA+100.0rating

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