Louisville-Jefferson County Metro Area, KY-IN

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 7/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
1,361,847 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
32.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$71,737 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$236,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$550 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$871 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
63.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Kentucky
2
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Kentucky
4
United States
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 76
Aug 3 0 75
Sep 3 0 68
Oct 3 0 56
Nov 4 0 46
Dec 4 2 35

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 45% of residents leaning left and 51% leaning right.

Liberal (45%) (52%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 52%
Hillary Clinton 43%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, KY State Senate District 19, KY State House District 41, KY
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Schools

Highland Middle
<1 miles, W • 2.3 star
Louisville Classical Academy
<1 miles, E • 5 star
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Colleges

Bellarmine University
<1 miles, SW • 2.8 star
Sullivan University
2 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

University of Louisville Hospital
3 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Norton Hospitals, Inc
3 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Baptist Health Louisville
4 miles, E • 3.2 star
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Airports

Blue Grass Airport
61 miles, SE • 1.9 star
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