Where is Jeffersontown, Kentucky, USA?

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Where is Jeffersontown Located? - Jeffersontown is a city located in the Jefferson County of Kentucky, United States. Jeffersontown lies between 39.6418 Degrees North latitudes and 77.7200 Degrees West longitudes.

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Where is Jeffersontown, Kentucky

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Where is Jeffersontown?: The Google Map showing the location of Jeffersontown in the U.S. state of Kentucky.

Where is Jeffersontown Located?

Jeffersontown is a city located in the Jefferson County of Kentucky, United States. Jeffersontown lies between 39.6418 Degrees North latitudes and 77.7200 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Jeffersontown city is 28474 people and the city has a total area of 10.34 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.

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Jeffersontown, Kentucky Quick Facts

Property Information
CityJeffersontown
CountyJefferson County
StateKentucky
State CapitalFrankfort
US RegionSouthern United States
Latitude38.1948° N
Longitude85.5644° W
Elevation551 ft (168 m)
Land Area10.10 sq mi
Water Area0.03 sq mi
Total Area10.13 sq mi
Population (latest Census year)28,474 (2020 Census)
Population DensityApproximately 2,820 per sq mi
ZIP Codes40220, 40222, 40223, 40299
Area Code502
Time Zone StandardEastern Standard Time (EST, UTC−5)
Time Zone DaylightEastern Daylight Time (EDT, UTC−4)
CurrencyUS Dollar (USD)
FIPS Code21-39106
Congressional DistrictKentucky's 3rd Congressional District

Nearby Cities to Jeffersontown, Kentucky

  • Middletown, Kentucky - East - 4 mi
  • St. Matthews, Kentucky - Northwest - 8 mi
  • Lyndon, Kentucky - North - 6 mi
  • Louisville, Kentucky - West - 15 mi
  • Anchorage, Kentucky - Northeast - 7 mi
  • Shively, Kentucky - West - 17 mi
  • Prospect, Kentucky - North - 18 mi
  • Shepherdsville, Kentucky - South - 18 mi
  • La Grange, Kentucky - Northeast - 27 mi
  • New Albany, Indiana - Northwest - 20 mi

Driving Distances from Jeffersontown, Kentucky

City State Distance (mi) Approx. Drive Time
MiddletownKentucky48 minutes
LyndonKentucky610 minutes
AnchorageKentucky712 minutes
St. MatthewsKentucky815 minutes
LouisvilleKentucky1520 minutes
ShivelyKentucky1725 minutes
ShepherdsvilleKentucky1825 minutes
ProspectKentucky1825 minutes
New AlbanyIndiana2030 minutes
La GrangeKentucky2735 minutes

Transportation and Connectivity in Jeffersontown, Kentucky

Transportation Details
Airport NameLouisville Muhammad Ali International Airport
IATA CodeSDF
PortPort of Louisville (Ohio River)
Major HighwaysInterstate 64, Interstate 265 (Gene Snyder Freeway), US Highway 60
Train/Amtrak ServiceNo Amtrak service; nearest station is Cincinnati, Ohio
Local Bus/Transit ServiceTransit Authority of River City (TARC)
  • Interstate 64 and Interstate 265 provide convenient access to downtown Louisville, Lexington, and other regional destinations.
  • US Highway 60 (Shelbyville Road) is a major commercial corridor connecting Jeffersontown with eastern Jefferson County.
  • Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport, about 13 miles west, offers domestic and limited international passenger service.
  • TARC operates public bus routes linking Jeffersontown with Louisville's business districts, educational institutions, and neighborhoods.
  • Jeffersontown is one of Kentucky's largest suburban cities and is known for Bluegrass Commerce Park, annual Gaslight Festival, and a strong manufacturing and business economy.

What are top Places to Visit in Jeffersontown, Kentucky

Landmark Name Type
Veterans Memorial ParkCommunity Park
Skyview ParkCity Park
Jeffersontown Historical MuseumHistory Museum
Bluegrass Commerce ParkBusiness District
Blackacre State Nature PreserveNature Preserve
The Parklands of Floyds ForkRegional Park
Beckley Creek ParkNature Park
Charlie Vettiner ParkRecreation Area
Oxmoor CenterShopping Center
Mall St. MatthewsShopping Mall

Colleges and Universities in Jeffersontown, Kentucky

Institution Name Type Level Notable For
University of LouisvillePublicResearch UniversityMedicine, engineering, business, law, nursing, and research programs
Bellarmine UniversityPrivateUniversityLiberal arts, business, health sciences, education, and graduate studies
Sullivan UniversityPrivateUniversityBusiness, culinary arts, information technology, healthcare, and professional education
Jefferson Community and Technical CollegePublicCommunity CollegeAssociate degrees, workforce training, nursing, technical education, and transfer programs
Jefferson County Public SchoolsPublicK–12 DistrictPrimary and secondary public education serving Jeffersontown and the Louisville metropolitan area

Waterbodies in Jeffersontown, Kentucky

Floyds Fork, Chenoweth Run, Pope Lick Creek, Beargrass Creek, Ohio River, Long Run Creek, Harrods Creek, Guist Creek Lake

Golf Courses in Jeffersontown, Kentucky

Charlie Vettiner Golf Course, Hurstbourne Country Club, Valhalla Golf Club, Big Spring Country Club, Quail Chase Golf Club, Persimmon Ridge Golf Club

Jeffersontown, Kentucky — Key Historical Facts

  • Jeffersontown was established in 1797 and named in honor of Thomas Jefferson, who later became the third President of the United States.
  • The community developed as an agricultural settlement before expanding into a commercial center serving eastern Jefferson County.
  • Rapid suburban growth after World War II transformed Jeffersontown into one of the Louisville metropolitan area's largest independent cities.
  • The development of Bluegrass Commerce Park attracted major manufacturing, logistics, and technology companies, making it one of Kentucky's largest business parks.
  • Today, Jeffersontown is known for its thriving business community, annual Gaslight Festival, extensive park system, and strong connection to the greater Louisville metropolitan area.

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