Market Ranking · 2026-10-13
Top Probate & Estate Counties in Kentucky (2026)
191 verified probate and estate filings across 21 counties in Kentucky, ranked by filing volume. Sourced directly from public court dockets.
Probate, estate, and inherited property filings — court records created when a property owner passes away and the property must be distributed or sold. Heirs often need to sell quickly, especially if the property is out-of-state or needs significant repairs.
- 191 total probate and estate filings tracked across 21 counties
- Highest volume: Jefferson County (fewer than 25), Laurel County (fewer than 25), Perry County (fewer than 25)
County rankings by probate & estate volume
| # | County | Filings | Med. Value | Absentee | Med. Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jefferson County | fewer than 25 | — | — | — |
| 2 | Laurel County | fewer than 25 | — | — | — |
| 3 | Perry County | fewer than 25 | — | — | — |
| 4 | Fayette County | fewer than 25 | — | — | — |
| 5 | Knox County | fewer than 25 | — | — | — |
| 6 | Kenton County | fewer than 25 | — | — | — |
| 7 | Boone County | fewer than 25 | — | — | — |
| 8 | Daviess County | fewer than 25 | — | — | — |
| 9 | Whitley County | fewer than 25 | — | — | — |
| 10 | Bell County | fewer than 25 | — | — | — |
| 11 | Bullitt County | fewer than 25 | — | — | — |
| 12 | Graves County | fewer than 25 | — | — | — |
| 13 | Franklin County | fewer than 25 | — | — | — |
| 14 | Muhlenberg County | fewer than 25 | — | — | — |
| 15 | Pulaski County | fewer than 25 | — | — | — |
| 16 | Calloway County | fewer than 25 | — | — | — |
| 17 | Floyd County | fewer than 25 | — | — | — |
| 18 | Jessamine County | fewer than 25 | — | — | — |
| 19 | Warren County | fewer than 25 | — | — | — |
| 20 | Pike County | fewer than 25 | — | — | — |
| 21 | Madison County | fewer than 25 | — | — | — |
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Frequently asked questions
How many probate and estate filings are tracked in Kentucky?+
Keystone Court Data tracks 191 verified probate and estate filings across 21 Kentucky counties. Data is sourced directly from public court dockets and updated as new filings appear.
Which Kentucky county has the most probate and estate filings?+
Jefferson County leads with fewer than 25 probate and estate filings. All data comes from public court records.
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