I think KY is a very desirable state to live in. I don't think you will have any problem..We wanted to go to Southern Oregon but think no one ever leaves there..lol Just might go and be a sub after 19 years here.
I feel the same way you do. Have 11 years here. It's a shame that a rural carrier should even have to consider retiring and becoming a sub to get transferred to where he/she wants to be. I wish you the best of luck!