Kentucky, like every state, has lots of internal diversity. From the highlands of Appalachia to the hills of the Pennyroyal and the horse farms of the Bluegrass, to the urban centers of Louisville, Lexington, and Cincinnati, the state’s various regions show different migration patterns. Some, like the Bluegrass and the Western Pennyroyal, seem to be near the top on every measure. Others, like Outer Appalachia or the Eastern Pennyroyal, don’t do so well.

By putting regional experiences in perspective, local policymakers can better identify their strengths and weaknesses.

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