The city of Independence is located in the "heart" of Kenton County in Northern Kentucky. Independence, even though a rapidly expanding community, maintains its small town heart while accomodating strong urban growth. The rural setting of life in Independence sets it apart from other Northern Kentucky cities.

Independence is the third largest land mass city in the state of Kentucky. It currently encompasses approximately 23 square miles. It is also one of the fastest growing cities in the state. The population has grown from 10,000 to more than 14,000 between the 1990 and 2000 census, respectively. Independence in the year 2007 has also eclipsed the 22,000 mark for its population.

In 2007, Forbes Magazine recognized Independence as the 99th fastest growing city in the Nation.