Jeffersontown, KY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
28,988 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
64.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
38.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$78,185 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$236,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$574 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,086 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
63.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Jefferson County
5
Louisville-Jefferson County Metro Area
3
Kentucky
2

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Jefferson County
6
Louisville-Jefferson County Metro Area
4
Kentucky
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 2 32
Feb 3 3 36
Mar 4 1 45
Apr 4 0 55
May 5 0 64
Jun 4 0 73
Jul 4 0 77
Aug 3 0 76
Sep 3 0 68
Oct 3 0 57
Nov 4 0 46
Dec 4 2 36

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 45% of residents leaning left and 50% leaning right.

Liberal (46%) (51%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 43%
Hillary Clinton 51%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, KY State Senate District 26, KY State House District 31, KY
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Schools

Cochrane Elementary
<1 miles, N • 2.3 star
Academy for Individual Excellence
<1 miles, S • 2.3 star
Tully Elementary
<1 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Jeffersontown High
<1 miles, W • 2.8 star
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Colleges

ATA College
1 miles, NE
MedQuest College
1 miles, NE
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Hospitals

Baptist Health Louisville
4 miles, NW • 3.2 star
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Airports

Blue Grass Airport
54 miles, SE • 1.9 star
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