Largest Cities in Jefferson County, KY by Population
Jefferson County, county in Alabama, United States. As of 2020 county had an estimated population of 767,452 inhabitants. The county was created 206 years ago in 1819. Its county seat is Birmingham.
There are 23 city/town in Jefferson County, KY. The largest city of Jefferson County is Louisville with a population of 760,026. Other cities include, Jeffersontown population 27,562, Newburg population 19,967, Saint Matthews population 17,985, Shively population 15,690
Louisville
Louisville, The nineteenth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Louisville metropolitan area.
Jeffersontown
Jeffersontown, City in Jefferson County, Kentucky, United States of America
Newburg
Newburg, City in Phelps County, Missouri, United States
Anchored by the vibrant city of Louisville, Jefferson County lies in north central Kentucky along the Ohio River. As the most populous county in the state, it contains a variety of cities and communities, each with their own unique history, character and appeal.
Some of the prominent cities and towns found in Jefferson County include:
- Louisville - The county seat and Kentucky's largest city, Louisville offers world-class dining, arts and culture. It is home to Churchill Downs and the Kentucky Derby, Louisville Slugger bats, and Muhammad Ali.
- Jeffersontown - A large suburb east of Louisville, Jeffersontown is a popular residential area with a historic Gaslight District full of shops and restaurants.
- Shively - Located along Dixie Highway southwest of downtown, Shively is a diverse working class area with several major employers.
- St. Matthews - This affluent Louisville suburb contains a quaint business district called Norton Commons along with top-ranked schools.
- Lyndon - A family-friendly community east of Louisville known for excellent schools and outdoor recreation at Tom Sawyer Park.
- Prospect - Nestled along the Ohio River northeast of Louisville, Prospect is a scenic bedroom community with highly rated public schools.
- Newburg - Home to the Louisville Zoo and Louisville Mega Cavern, Newburg is developing into an entertainment and recreation hub.
From the urban energy of Louisville to the tranquil suburbs along the Ohio River, Jefferson County contains a blend of communities showcasing Kentucky's rich culture and economic diversity.
All Jefferson County Cities (Aphebetical)
List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Jefferson County.
| City Name | Population |
|---|---|
| Anchorage | 2,427 |
| Audubon Park | 1,487 |
| Barbourmeade | 1,252 |
| Beechwood Village | 1,351 |
| Douglass Hills | 5,714 |
| Fairdale | 8,148 |
| Graymoor-Devondale | 3,090 |
| Heritage Creek | 1,140 |
| Hurstbourne | 4,397 |
| Hurstbourne Acres | 1,894 |
| Jeffersontown | 27,562 |
| Louisville | 760,026 |
| Lyndon | 11,445 |
| Middletown | 7,898 |
| Newburg | 19,967 |
| Prospect | 4,842 |
| Saint Matthews | 17,985 |
| Saint Regis Park | 1,496 |
| Shively | 15,690 |
| Watterson Park | 1,018 |
| West Buechel | 1,273 |
| Windy Hills | 2,461 |
| Worthington Hills | 1,555 |