Maysville, KY

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Population
8,688
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
541 ft
USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
Median Home Value
$151,500
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$699/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$39,013
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
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Set right along the banks of the Ohio River, Maysville is a scenic small town in northeastern Kentucky with deep historic roots. Home to roughly 9,000 residents, it began as an early frontier settlement visited by pioneers like Daniel Boone, eventually growing into a busy nineteenth-century trading port. Today, that heritage shows in the town's well-preserved brick architecture, riverfront walkways, and the landmark bridges connecting the community across the water to Ohio.

For prospective residents, Maysville pairs a relaxed pace of life with practical convenience. The community is served by the Mason County school system and features a walkable downtown packed with local diners, shops, and historic theaters. Commuting is straightforward thanks to U.S. 68 and the AA Highway, which connect drivers to both Cincinnati and Lexington for work, shopping, and regional travel.

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