Resources of Florence, Kentucky

W. Ron Adams Law and Associates, a premier law firm in Northern Kentucky, presents this quick guide to the resources of Florence, Kentucky.  

Florence, KY has many resources and a rich history behind the city. Florence is located just 12 miles south of Cincinnati, Ohio, and is a great place to explore. Florence KY has a population of around 32,460 people as of 2016.

We are well known by our surrounding counties in Northern Kentucky for our water tower, visible from I-71 and I-75, that reads “Florence Y’all.” Initially, the tower was set to advertise the up-and-coming mall.

Florence is also occupied by local and franchise restaurants such as Chuy’s, Chili’s, and Smokin’ This and That BBQ.

Why is Florence KY a great place to live?

Florence offers urban suburbs feel in Northern Kentucky. There are many parks and recreational events for kids and families. Florence also provides excellent education and plenty of employment opportunities. The cost of living is cheaper than the US average by 10%. It is a reasonably affordable place to reside and safe for kids and growing families!

Attractions

Florence is home to high quantities of attractions. At the top of our list is Cinemark Theatre. Cinemark shows all newly released movies and more! Another attraction that is loved by many is Ollies Skatepark. It is not only indoor but also serves food and drinks, and even has a skate shop.

On top of these two great attractions, we also house the Florence mall, which has provided employment opportunities and economic growth. We can’t forget to mention the Turfway Park is a great horse racing venue. It has plenty of betting windows and is also a kid-friendly place to go on the weekends or days off.

Industries

The City of Florence has significant business and industries. It is home to small companies, healthcare industries, outstanding municipal services, and corporate headquarters. Florence has close to 7,275 companies.

Schools

Education in Florence is another great feature. Boone County High school holds a spot on Kentucky’s top 10 High Schools! We also have great middle school and elementary schools.

Economy

Florence has an unemployment rate of 3.5%. Sales tax is 6%, which is lower than the US average by 1.3%. Recent job growth shows that Florence has increased by 1.9% in the past year alone.

Florence holds a soft spot in many of our hearts. We are always open to making strangers our life long friends. We are a growing community and hope that you will grow with us!