Deer Hunting in Jefferson County, Kentucky

Jefferson County, Kentucky hunters harvested 1,160 deer in the 2024-2025 season, about 3.0 per square mile, 73rd in the state. The county is roughly 5% public land.

Updated August 2026
balanced harvest
Harvest Split
1,160 total deer
Antlered630
Antlerless530
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Density
3.0 deer / sq mi
This county3.0
Kentucky avg3.9
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County Rank
#73 of 120
Most harvestLeast harvest
#72 Carlisle County
#73 Jefferson County
#74 Casey County
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Public Land
5% public — 11,861 acres
Local/Metropark
10,959 ac
92%
State Park/Recreation
595 ac
5%
State Wildlife/Conservation Area
307 ac
3%
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Full History
Every reported season
SeasonAntleredAntlerlessTotal
2024-20256305301,160

Harvest source: fw.ky.gov

Harvest figures for Jefferson County are compiled from the state wildlife agency's published county reports and can be revised.

Season Dates
Kentucky deer season, 2025-2026

Kentucky deer and turkey season dates are listed on the Kentucky season page. Harvest figures reflect the 2025-2026 season published by the Kentucky wildlife agency and can be revised — always verify current regulations before you hunt.

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