5 States with The Most Counties in the US

4. Kentucky

Number of Counties: 120

Kentucky is dealing with rural flight, although the rural-urban population balance remains relatively equal. However, income disparities favor the urban sectors. The state’s largest city is Louisville, with a population of 0.63 million. Meanwhile, Jefferson County is the most populous county in Kentucky, with 0.76 million residents. Other significant counties include Fayette and Kenton, with populations of 0.32 million and 0.17 million, respectively.