Where is Shively, Kentucky, USA?

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Where is Shively Located? - Shively is a city located in the Jefferson County of Kentucky, United States. Shively lies between 39.5575832 Degrees North latitudes and 76.3984537 Degrees West longitudes.

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Where is Shively, Kentucky

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

Where is Shively Located?

Shively is a city located in the Jefferson County of Kentucky, United States. Shively lies between 39.5575832 Degrees North latitudes and 76.3984537 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Shively city is 15636 people and the city has a total area of 4.57 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.

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Shively, Kentucky Quick Facts

AttributeDetails
CityShively
CountyJefferson County
StateKentucky
State CapitalFrankfort
US RegionSouthern United States
Latitude38.2001° N
Longitude85.8080° W
Elevation476 ft (145 m)
Land Area (sq mi)3.22
Water Area (sq mi)0.00
Total Area (sq mi)3.22
Population (2020 Census)15,703
Population Density (per sq mi)4,876.7
ZIP Codes40216
Area Code502
Time Zone StandardEastern Standard Time (EST), UTC−5
Time Zone DaylightEastern Daylight Time (EDT), UTC−4
CurrencyUnited States Dollar (USD)
FIPS Code2170672
Congressional District3rd Congressional District

Transportation and Connectivity in Shively

Transportation FeatureDetails
Airport NameLouisville Muhammad Ali International Airport provides commercial air service.
IATA CodeSDF
PortOhio River ports in Louisville provide regional shipping access.
Major HighwaysInterstate 264, Dixie Highway (U.S. 31W), and Interstate 65 nearby
Train/Amtrak ServiceAmtrak service is available at Louisville Union Station.
Local Bus/Transit ServiceTransit Authority of River City (TARC) provides bus service throughout the Louisville area.
  • Interstate 264 provides access around the Louisville metropolitan area.
  • Dixie Highway connects Shively with Louisville and communities in western Jefferson County.
  • Interstate 65 provides regional travel toward Indianapolis, Nashville, and other major cities.
  • The city is connected to Louisville’s regional transportation network.

Top Places to Visit in Shively, Kentucky

Landmark NameType
Ralph Avenue ParkPark
Shively City ParkPark
Churchill DownsHistoric Sports Venue
Louisville ZooZoo
Louisville Mega CavernAttraction
Speed Art MuseumMuseum
Waterfront ParkRiverfront Park
Frazier History MuseumMuseum
Ohio RiverNatural Attraction
Bernheim ForestNature Reserve

Driving Distances from Shively, Kentucky to Nearby Cities

CityStateDistance (mi)Approx. Drive Time
LouisvilleKentucky510 min
JeffersontownKentucky1525 min
New AlbanyIndiana1020 min
ElizabethtownKentucky4550 min
BardstownKentucky4050 min
FrankfortKentucky601 hr
LexingtonKentucky751 hr 20 min
CincinnatiOhio1001 hr 40 min
IndianapolisIndiana1152 hr
NashvilleTennessee1802 hr 45 min

Colleges and Universities near Shively, Kentucky

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
University of LouisvillePublicUniversityResearch, medicine, engineering, and professional programs
Jefferson Community and Technical CollegePublicCommunity CollegeCareer training and associate degree programs
Spalding UniversityPrivateUniversityHealth sciences, education, and liberal arts
Bellarmine UniversityPrivateUniversityLiberal arts and professional education

Waterbodies in Shively, Kentucky

Ohio River, Mill Creek, Pond Creek, Beargrass Creek, and nearby Louisville waterways

Golf Courses near Shively, Kentucky

Sun Valley Golf Course, Iroquois Golf Course, Seneca Golf Course, Shawnee Golf Course

Key Landmarks and Places to Visit in Shively, Kentucky

Landmark NameType
Shively City ParkPark
Ralph Avenue ParkPark
Churchill DownsHistoric Sports Venue
Louisville ZooZoo
Louisville Mega CavernAttraction
Speed Art MuseumMuseum
Frazier History MuseumMuseum
Waterfront ParkRiverfront Park
Ohio RiverNatural Attraction
Bernheim ForestNature Reserve

Waterbodies in Shively, Kentucky

Ohio River, Mill Creek, Pond Creek, Beargrass Creek, and nearby Louisville waterways

Golf Courses near Shively, Kentucky

Sun Valley Golf Course, Iroquois Golf Course, Seneca Golf Course, Shawnee Golf Course

Shively, Kentucky — Key Historical Facts

  • Shively was incorporated as a city in 1938 and developed as a suburban community west of Louisville.
  • The area was originally farmland and gradually transformed into a residential and commercial area during the 20th century.
  • Shively grew due to its location along Dixie Highway and its connection to the Louisville metropolitan area.
  • The city became known for its neighborhood communities, local businesses, and proximity to major Louisville attractions.
  • Shively remains an important suburban city within Jefferson County and the Louisville region.

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