Jessamine county, KY
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Jessamine County, KY[edit | edit source]
- Jessamine County is a county located in the U.S. state of Kentucky. As of the 2010 census, the population was 48,586. Its county seat is Nicholasville. The county was founded in 1798 and is named for Jessamine Douglass, the daughter of a pioneer settler.
Geography[edit | edit source]
- Jessamine County is part of the Lexington-Fayette, KY Metropolitan Statistical Area. It is located in the Bluegrass region of the state, and its topography consists of rolling hills and fertile soils.
Healthcare in Jessamine County, KY[edit | edit source]
- Healthcare in Jessamine County is primarily provided by two main facilities: Saint Joseph Jessamine and the Jessamine County Health Department.
Saint Joseph Jessamine[edit | edit source]
- Saint Joseph Jessamine is an emergency care facility that is part of the larger Saint Joseph Health System. It is the first and only full-service, 24/7 emergency room in Jessamine County. The facility offers a range of services including diagnostic imaging, laboratory services, and respiratory care.
Jessamine County Health Department[edit | edit source]
- The Jessamine County Health Department provides a variety of health services to the residents of Jessamine County. These services include immunizations, family planning, well-child check-ups, and chronic disease management. The health department also plays a vital role in public health emergency preparedness and response.
Demographics[edit | edit source]
- As of the 2010 census, there were 48,586 people, 18,444 households, and 13,462 families residing in the county. The population density was 212.6 inhabitants per square mile. There were 19,985 housing units at an average density of 87.7 per square mile.
Education[edit | edit source]
- Education in Jessamine County is provided by the Jessamine County School District. The district operates several elementary, middle, and high schools, as well as an early learning village and a career and technology center.
Transportation[edit | edit source]
- Transportation in Jessamine County is facilitated by several major highways, including U.S. Route 27 and U.S. Route 68. The county is also served by the Blue Grass Airport in nearby Lexington.
Economy[edit | edit source]
- The economy of Jessamine County is diverse, with sectors including healthcare, education, manufacturing, and retail trade. The county is also known for its agriculture, particularly its horse farms and vineyards.
Recreation and Culture[edit | edit source]
- Jessamine County is home to several parks and recreational facilities, including the Jessamine County Aquatic Center and the Camp Nelson Civil War Heritage Park. The county also hosts several annual events, such as the Jessamine County Fair and the Kentucky Wine & Vine Fest.
See Also[edit | edit source]
- List of counties in Kentucky
- National Register of Historic Places listings in Jessamine County, Kentucky
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