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Louisville, KY Neighborhood Guide

Population: 629K · KY

Walkability (est.)
22
Car-Dependent
Safety Score
74
653 crimes/100K
Avg Commute
23.6 min
one way
Work from Home
10%
of workers

Commute Breakdown

Drive Alone: 81%
Public Transit: 3%
Work from Home: 10%
Other: 6%

Source: Census ACS 2022

Amenities

3,143
Restaurants (est.)
126
Parks (est.)
13
Hospitals (est.)

Estimated from Census County Business Patterns

Notable Neighborhoods

NuLu
East Market District with boutiques, galleries, and local dining
Highlands
Bardstown Road strip with diverse restaurants and nightlife
Old Louisville
Victorian architecture district with St. James Court and parks
Butchertown
Revitalized area with bourbon distilleries and art galleries

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best neighborhoods in Louisville?

Popular neighborhoods in Louisville include NuLu, Highlands, Old Louisville, Butchertown. Each offers a unique vibe from family-friendly to trendy dining districts.

What is the average commute time in Louisville?

The average commute in Louisville, KY is 23.6 minutes. 81% of workers drive alone, 3% use public transit, and 10% work from home (Census ACS 2022).

How safe is Louisville?

Louisville has a safety score of 74/100 based on FBI UCR 2022 data, with a violent crime rate of 653 per 100,000 residents. This is above average for major US cities.

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Data sources: Census ACS 2022, FBI UCR 2022, Census CBP. Walkability estimated from Census population density. Amenity counts estimated from Census County Business Patterns.