Ironville, KY
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- 712 ft USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
- General Quality Overall rating out of 100
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Ironville is a small, quiet community of around 800 residents in Boyd County, Kentucky, tucked just west of Ashland along Routes 5 and 766. Life here offers a relaxed, semi-rural setting with an easy drive into the heart of the Huntington-Ashland metro area. Residents share Ashland’s ZIP code and head into town for most groceries, shopping, and dining, making it a practical choice for anyone looking for a bit more breathing room close to city conveniences.
The wider area has deep roots in the Ohio River Valley's industrial past, shaped over generations by steel, rail, and manufacturing. Today, Ironville is primarily a peaceful residential pocket settled among the rolling green hills of Eastern Kentucky. Families are served by the Boyd County Public Schools district, and neighbors enjoy a low-key atmosphere with quick access to regional job centers.
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