About Georgetown, Kentucky
Georgetown, Kentucky is the county seat of Scott County and one of the most dynamic communities in the Bluegrass State. With a population that has grown significantly over the past two decades, Georgetown has evolved from a quiet agricultural community into a thriving small city with national recognition.
A Brief History
Georgetown was established in 1790, making it one of Kentucky’s oldest communities. Named after Georgetown, Washington D.C., the city grew around Georgetown College — one of Kentucky’s oldest Baptist colleges, founded in 1829 and still operating today as a respected liberal arts institution.
Scott County’s fertile soil made it prime horse country, and that agricultural heritage remains visible today in the rolling farms and horse operations that surround the city.
The Toyota Effect
In 1988, Toyota Motor Manufacturing Kentucky opened its Georgetown plant, transforming the community permanently. Today the Georgetown Toyota facility is one of the largest Toyota manufacturing plants in North America, employing thousands of workers from across central Kentucky. The plant produces the Camry and other models and has been a cornerstone of Scott County’s economic stability and growth.
The Toyota plant brought not just jobs but infrastructure investment, school funding, and population growth that shaped modern Georgetown.
Georgetown Today
Georgetown today is a community of contrasts — historic downtown architecture alongside new development, horse farms alongside suburban neighborhoods, a college campus alongside a major manufacturing facility. This mix gives Georgetown a character that’s hard to replicate.
Key community assets include:
– Georgetown College
– Toyota Motor Manufacturing Kentucky
– Scott County Schools
– Georgetown Scott County Regional Airport
– Downtown historic district
– Royal Spring Park and extensive parks system
– Proximity to both Lexington and Frankfort
Scott County Growth
Scott County consistently ranks among Kentucky’s fastest-growing counties. The combination of good schools, affordable housing relative to Lexington, strong employment, and community character has made Georgetown an attractive destination for families and professionals.
