Louisville

Louisville, Kentucky Overview

Louisville faces challenges across several categories, earning a D grade (40.7/100) and ranking #19 of 20 cities in Kentucky. Even so, the city scores 81/100 in Affordability — a relative bright spot compared to its Outdoor Access score of 10/100.

Income & Employment in Louisville

The median household income in Louisville is $61,488, 2% above the statewide median of $60,407. The local unemployment rate of 4.8% is higher than the state’s 4.5%. Population grew 1.4% recently.

Safety in Louisville

With a violent crime rate of 781.2 per 100,000, Louisville exceeds the Kentucky average of 218. Safety is a factor prospective residents should weigh carefully. The property crime rate is 3655.6 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Louisville

Louisville has a cost of living index of 94 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly below the national benchmark. The median home value is $221,500. Median monthly rent is $1,069. Renters spend 20.9% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Education & Schools in Louisville

Louisville has a high school graduation rate of 84.8%. The student-teacher ratio is 16:1. Local districts invest $18,135 per student, well above the national median. The city has 130 public schools serving 82,737 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Louisville

Louisville enjoys a moderate climate with an annual average of 56.4°F. Summers average 73.9°F. Winters average 40°F. Annual precipitation is 38.6 inches.

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