FAQ
Where do most people live if they are stationed at Fort Knox?
A majority of military families who are stationed at Fort Knox live in Hardin and Meade Counties. This website also features LaRue and Bullitt counties, given their proximity to the post. All are an easy drive to the larger metropolitan area of Louisville. No matter where you choose to live, you’ll find people in the Greater Fort Knox Region to be welcoming and supportive.
I’m interested in living in a larger metropolitan area. What can you tell me about Louisville?
Louisville is an easy drive from Fort Knox and offers all the things you would expect of a larger U.S. city. To learn more about Louisville visit liveinlou.com.
Where do I get a Kentucky driver’s license?
All Kentucky driver’s licenses and identification cards are issued in the Circuit Court Clerk’s office in the Kentucky county of residence. Locate your county’s Circuit Court Clerk’s office Learn more
How do I know which utility company is available for my new residence?
There are often multiple utility providers in each community, and determining which services your new residence can be confusing. We recommend asking your real estate agent, landlord, property management company or the previous homeowner. You can also research your utility options online.
What will I need to get a Kentucky driver’s license and register my vehicle?
Here is a checklist of everything you will need to obtain a Kentucky driver’s license, vehicle title and vehicle registration. Learn more
Am I required to register my vehicle in Kentucky or have a Kentucky driver’s license if we are here on military orders?
The registration of vehicles and driver’s licenses is not a requirement if you are living in Kentucky on orders. While many choose to register their vehicles locally, most keep their state driver’s license. To get a Kentucky driver’s license and identification card, visit the Circuit Court Clerk’s office in the Kentucky county in which you reside. Locate your county’s Circuit Court Clerk’s office. Learn more
Can I list my business on this site?
The Greater Fort Knox website is a resource to help ease the transition for military families relocating to the region. We cannot list every individual business or organization on the website, but we have included all the local chambers and organizations that have a directory of businesses in the region. Being listed on the local chambers’ and organizations’ website directories will help your business be seen by the military families moving to the region.
How safe is this region?
The Greater Fort Knox Region is consistently ranked among the safest places in the country and state.