Louisville, Kentucky
Louisville: The nineteenth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Louisville metropolitan area.
About
Louisville is a city located in the county of Jefferson in the U.S. state of Kentucky. Its population at the 2010 census was 597,337 and a population density of 3,479 people per km². After 4 years in 2014 city had an estimated population of 760,026 inhabitants.
The city was created 248 years ago in 1777.
Louisville is the largest city in Kentucky and serves as the county seat of Jefferson County. As of July 29, 2023, its estimated population is 633,394 residents. Here are some key facts about Louisville:
History
Louisville was founded in 1778 at the Falls of the Ohio River. It emerged as a shipping port and major commercial center in the 1800s for steamboats and railroads.
Geography
Louisville is situated along the Ohio River in north central Kentucky. It has a humid subtropical climate and four distinct seasons.
Economy
Major companies based in Louisville include Humana, Yum! Brands, and Brown-Forman. Key industries include healthcare, logistics, food and beverage, and manufacturing.
Culture & Entertainment
Louisville is known for the Kentucky Derby horse race and baseball’s Louisville Slugger museum. It has a renowned restaurant scene specializing in Kentucky bourbon and cuisine.
Population
Louisville has a diverse population including significant African American, Hispanic/Latino and international immigrant communities. It is Kentucky's largest and most cosmopolitan city.
In summary, Louisville combines Southern charm and hospitality with a global outlook and thriving economic opportunities as Kentucky's primary cultural, educational, and economic center.
Quick Facts about Louisville
| Population | 760,026 (2014) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Kentucky (United States) |
| County | Jefferson County |
| Postal code | 41005 |
| Phone Area Codes | 502 |
| Area | 171.7 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 38.2542,-85.7594 |
| Altitude | 466 feet / 142 meters |
| Capital city | Louisville is capital of Jefferson County |
| Establishment | January 01, 1778 (248 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone |
| Local time | 07:45:02 (16th April 2026) |
| Density | 4,427 Pop. per km² as of 2014 |
| Population growth | 21.41% (2010-2014) |
| Weather | 79℉ Rain Showers Likely then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms 7-days weather |
Geography
Louisville is located at 38°15'15"N 85°45'34"W (38.2542400, -85.7594100).
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Weather
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Demographics
The population of Louisville increased by 21.41% in 4 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 597,337 | - | estimation process |
| 2014 | 760,026 | 21.41% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Louisville
1Louisville Zoo
1100 Trevilian Way, Louisville, KY 40213, United States View details
Phone: +15024592181 | Website available
2Kentucky Kingdom & Hurricane Bay
937 Phillips Ln, Louisville, KY 40209, United States View details
Phone: +15028138200 | Website available
3Churchill Downs
700 Central Ave, Louisville, KY 40208, United States View details
Phone: +15026364400 | Website available
4Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory
800 W Main St, Louisville, KY 40202, United States View details
Phone: +18777758443 | Website available
5Louisville Mega Cavern
1841 Taylor Ave, Louisville, KY 40213, United States View details
Phone: +18776146342 | Website available
Where to Eat in Louisville
1KFC Yum! Center
1 Arena Plaza, Louisville, KY 40202, United States View details
Phone: +15026909000 | Website available
2Main Event Louisville
12500 Sycamore Station Pl, Louisville, KY 40299, United States View details
Phone: +15022405555 | Website available
3Joe's Crab Shack
131 River Rd, Louisville, KY 40202, United States View details
Phone: +15025681171 | Website available
4The Old Spaghetti Factory
235 W Market St, Louisville, KY 40202, United States View details
Phone: +15025811070 | Website available
5Wild Eggs
121 S Floyd St, Louisville, KY 40202, United States View details
Phone: +15026905925 | Website available
Where to Stay in Louisville
1Omni Louisville Hotel
400 S 2nd St, Louisville, KY 40202, United States View details
Phone: +15023136664 | Website available
2Hyatt Regency Louisville
320 W Jefferson St, Louisville, KY 40202, United States View details
Phone: +15025811234 | Website available
3The Seelbach Hilton Louisville
500 S 4th St, Louisville, KY 40202, United States View details
Phone: +15025853200 | Website available
4Embassy Suites by Hilton Louisville Downtown
501 S 4th St, Louisville, KY 40202, United States View details
Phone: +15028133800 | Website available
5Holiday Inn Express & Suites Louisville Downtown, an IHG Hotel
800 W Market St, Louisville, KY 40202, United States View details
Phone: +15025832552 | Website available
People born in Louisville (200)
People born in Louisville, including mathematician, computer scientist, science fiction author and philosopher Rudy Rucker, ninth vice president of the United States Richard Mentor Johnson, jazz and blues singer Helen Humes, .
More notable people
- James Kottak (American musician) he was born in 26/12/1962
- Danny Sullivan (American racecar driver) he was born in 09/03/1950
- Frank O'Bannon (American politician (1930-2003)) he was born in 30/01/1930
- Larry Birkhead (American photographer) he was born in 22/01/1973
- Billy Gilbert (American comedian and actor) he was born in 12/09/1894
- Abraham Flexner (American educator) he was born in 13/11/1866
- Hunter S. Thompson (American journalist and author (1937-2005)) he was born in 18/07/1937
- Irene Dunne (American actress) she was born in 20/12/1898
- Jennifer Carpenter (American actress) she was born in 07/12/1979
- Sean Young (Actress) she was born in 20/11/1959
- Sue Grafton (American writer (1940-2017)) she was born in 24/04/1940
- Mary T. Meagher (American swimmer, Olympic gold medalist, former world record-holder) she was born in 27/10/1964
- John Alagía (American record producer) he was born in 01/01/2000
- Vonda N. McIntyre (science fiction writer from United States of America (1948-2019)) she was born in 28/08/1948
- Alexandria Mills (Miss World 2010) she was born in 26/02/1992
- Robert Bingham (American writer) he was born in 14/03/1966
- Sarah Wright (American actress) she was born in 28/09/1983
- Telma Hopkins (Actress and singer) she was born in 28/10/1948
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Louisville, KY. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 156921 | Jefferson Community and Technical College | Louisville (KY) | 40202-2005 |
| 157757 | Spalding University | Louisville (KY) | 40203-2188 |
| 461759 | Simmons College of Kentucky | Louisville (KY) | 40203-3322 |
| 157289 | University of Louisville | Louisville (KY) | 40292-0001 |
| 449597 | Ideal Beauty Academy | Jeffersonville (IN) | 47130 |
Nearby Transit Stations (1)
Rail and bus stations connected to Louisville, KY. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| LVL | Louisville, Kentucky | 720 West Muhammad Ali Blvd. | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Louisville.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| 4th Str Post Office | Louisville (KY) | 40202 |
| Downtown Louisvill Post Office | Louisville (KY) | 40203 |
| Jeffersonvill Post Office | Jeffersonville (IN) | 47130 |
| Baxter Post Office | Louisville (KY) | 40204 |
| Dr Martin Luther King Jr Post Office | Louisville (KY) | 40211 |
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- Louisville, Tennessee human settlement in Blount County, Tennessee, United States of America with a population of 4,139 people.
- Louisville, New York human settlement in St. with a population of 3,001 people.
- Louisville, Georgia city in and the county seat of Jefferson County, Georgia, United States with a population of 2,189 people.
- Louisville, Nebraska city in Cass County, Nebraska, United States with a population of 1,315 people.
- Louisville, Illinois village in Illinois with a population of 1,087 people.
- Louisville, Alabama town in Barbour County, Alabama, United States with a population of 457 people.
- Louisville, Kansas city in Pottawatomie County, Kansas, United States with a population of 228 people.
Other cities in Jefferson County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Jefferson County , KY. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Jeffersontown | 27,562 | City in Jefferson County, Kentucky, United States of America |
| Valley Station | 22,756 | Human settlement in Louisville, Kentucky, United States of America |
| Newburg | 19,967 | City in Phelps County, Missouri, United States |
| Fern Creek | 18,409 | City in Louisville, Kentucky, United States of America |
| Saint Matthews | 17,985 | City |
| Okolona | 17,134 | City in Chickasaw County, Mississippi, United States of America |
| Shively | 15,690 | Home rule-class city in Jefferson County, Kentucky, United States |
| Highview | 15,167 | City in Louisville, Kentucky, United States of America |
| Lyndon | 11,445 | City in the United States |
| Saint Dennis | 9,177 | Human settlement in Jefferson County, Kentucky, United States of America |
| Fairdale | 8,148 | City in Walsh County, North Dakota, United States of America |
| Middletown | 7,898 | City in Kentucky |
| Buechel | 7,287 | Human settlement in Louisville, Kentucky, United States of America |
| Douglass Hills | 5,714 | City in Jefferson County, Kentucky, United States of America |
| Prospect | 4,842 | City in Kentucky |
| Hurstbourne | 4,397 | City in Jefferson County, Kentucky, United States of America |
Distance to Other Cities
Louisville distances to largest Kentucky cities