Hardin County

Hardin County is an administrative division in central Kentucky, with Elizabethtown serving as the county seat where most government functions take place. The region encompasses several communities ranging from urban areas to rural farmland and natural spaces.

This county was established on December 15, 1792, becoming the 15th county created in Kentucky from territory that previously belonged to Nelson County. Its founding was part of the state's early effort to organize growing settlements and administration.

Fort Knox military presence shapes daily life here, bringing service members and families from across the country who add their own traditions and perspectives to the area. This outside influence has become woven into how locals experience their community.

Visitors and residents can access government services through offices in Elizabethtown or online at www.hcky.org for inquiries and information. Both options help with administrative matters depending on preference and availability.

This county shares borders with nine neighboring counties, more than any other county in Kentucky. This central location has made it a natural crossroads between different parts of the state.

Location: Kentucky

Inception: December 15, 1792

Capital city: Elizabethtown

Shares border with: Meade County, Breckinridge County, Hart County, LaRue County, Jefferson County, Bullitt County, Nelson County, Grayson County, Harrison County

Website: http://hcky.org

GPS coordinates: 37.70000,-85.96000

Latest update: December 20, 2025 02:37