Loretto, KY

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Population
714
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
737 ft
USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
Median Home Value
$183,100
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$797/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$61,250
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
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Loretto is a quiet rural community nestled in the rolling green hills of Marion County. Life here moves at an unhurried pace, framed by open farmland, wooded backroads, and deep historic roots dating back to the early 1800s. It is a peaceful place where you can easily find room to spread out, while everyday necessities and grocery runs are only a short drive away in nearby Lebanon or Bardstown.

Outside the area, Loretto is most famous as the home of Maker's Mark Distillery. The Star Hill Farm campus sits just east of town, bringing scenic grounds, tastings, and regular visitors to the local economy. For residents, the town delivers the charm of living in authentic Kentucky bourbon country alongside the privacy, safety, and close-knit feel of a genuine small town.

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