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BARDSTOWN & NELSON COUNTY

There’s nothing small about Bardstown’s business community. Robust and brimming with opportunity and talent, Bardstown has attracted significant investments in recent years. With three fully-served industrial parks, a bustling downtown and a growing population, the Bardstown economy is strong. Top industries include automotive, manufacturing, bourbon/distilled spirits, packaged foods and more. Other vital communities in Nelson County include Boston, Bloomfield, Fairfield and New Haven.

Kentucky is the third state in the U.S. to begin certifying counties as “Work Ready Communities” based on the quality of their labor force. Nelson County was awarded certification in 2014, assuring employers that our local workforce has the talent and skills necessary to staff existing jobs and to master the innovative technologies new jobs will require.

Other accomplishments include:

 

  • Top 50 Small Towns to Locate a Business, Site Selection Magazine
  • Top 10 Small Towns to Do Business, Southern Business & Development Magazine

Click the links below for more information

QUICK FACTS

Demographics

Profile stats for Bardstown and Nelson County Kentucky

INDUSTRY LISTINGS

2024

A list of facilities and new location projects in the area (pdf).

LET'S DO BUSINESS

2021

Resources for doing business in Bardstown and Nelson County Kentucky.

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

Helpful Guide

Click the button below for the Bardstown/Nelson County Economic Development Guide.