Upton, KY
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- 740 ft USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
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Upton is a quiet, close-knit community of about 700 residents straddling the border of Hardin and LaRue counties in central Kentucky. Homes and local businesses spread across both sides of the county line along U.S. 31W, giving the town an unhurried, rural atmosphere. Founded in the 1850s as a stop on the Louisville and Nashville Railroad, Upton preserves its historic character while offering a comfortable, grounded place to live.
The town gives residents peaceful country surroundings without leaving them isolated. Elizabethtown and the Fort Knox area are an easy drive to the north, and nearby Interstate 65 puts regional job centers within reach. With affordable housing, plenty of open space, and quick access to outdoor recreation around Nolin Lake, Upton appeals to anyone looking to trade city bustle for small-town living.
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