Louisville, Kentucky
Quick Statistics
Louisville is a community in Jefferson County, Kentucky, home to about 631,818 people spread across 263.0 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $38,618 a year, and a typical home is worth about $233,900. About 42.4% of adults hold a college degree, and 93.8% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has grown about 6 percent over the past decade.
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Among the Kentucky towns GeoStat tracks, Louisville ranks number 1 of 552 in population, number 183 in median household income, number 127 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Louisville typically top out near 88°F in July, while January nights average about 27°F. The area sees roughly 13 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Hollow Creek, KY | 1.5 mi. | 602 |
| 2. | Spring Mill, KY | 1.7 mi. | 389 |
| 3. | West Buechel, KY | 2.3 mi. | 1,599 |
| 4. | Poplar Hills, KY | 2.6 mi. | 602 |
| 5. | Watterson Park, KY | 2.8 mi. | 734 |
| 6. | Lynnview, KY | 3.6 mi. | 641 |
| 7. | Wellington, KY | 3.8 mi. | 492 |
| 8. | Houston Acres, KY | 3.9 mi. | 745 |
What is the population of Louisville, Kentucky?
Louisville has a population of about 631,818 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Louisville, Kentucky in?
Louisville is located in Jefferson County, Kentucky.
What is the median home value in Louisville, Kentucky?
The median home value in Louisville is about $233,900, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Louisville, Kentucky?
The median personal income in Louisville is about $38,618 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Louisville, Kentucky?
Since 1950, 27 tornadoes have been recorded in Jefferson County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Louisville, Kentucky?
Typical July highs run about 88 degrees and January lows about 27 degrees, with around 13 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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