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Louisville Overview

629,176
TOTAL POPULATION
307,201
MALE POPULATION
321,975
FEMALE POPULATION
95.41
MALES / 100 FEMALES
104.81
FEMALES / 100 MALES
37.9
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$37,588
PER CAPITA INCOME
$81,196
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$63,114
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
22.5%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
77.5¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$11,003
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.48
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
332,707
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
65.8%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
5.3%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Louisville Area Codes

Race in Louisville

The most populous races in Louisville are White / Caucasian (411,703 | 65.4%), Black / African American (150,640 | 23.9%), and Hispanic or Latino (43,002 | 6.8%).
Race in Louisville
Race# Population% Population
Asian16,8422.7%
Black / African American150,64023.9%
Hawaiian / Pacific3400.1%
Hispanic or Latino43,0026.8%
Native / Alaskan5400.1%
White / Caucasian411,70365.4%
Two or more Races38,5326.1%
Some other Race10,5791.7%
Total629,176100.0%

Ancestry in Louisville

The most populous ancestries reported in Louisville are German (93,360 | 14.8%), Irish (71,725 | 11.4%), English (63,499 | 10.1%), American (37,803 | 6.0%), and Subsaharan African (17,301 | 2.8%), together accounting for 45.1% of all Louisville residents.
Ancestry in Louisville
Ancestry# Population% Population
Afghan1870.0%
African12,2831.9%
Alaska Native230.0%
Albanian5710.1%
Aleut50.0%
Alsatian620.0%
American37,8036.0%
Arab5,2040.8%
Argentinean3280.1%
Armenian860.0%
Assyrian / Chaldean / Syriac230.0%
Australian860.0%
Austrian4520.1%
Bangladeshi2280.0%
Barbadian850.0%
Basque220.0%
Belgian2970.1%
Belizean160.0%
Bermudan1010.0%
Bhutanese1,0250.2%
Blackfeet5160.1%
Bolivian1010.0%
Brazilian1210.0%
British3,3280.5%
British West Indian120.0%
Bulgarian660.0%
Burmese2,0610.3%
Cajun290.0%
Cambodian470.0%
Canadian7680.1%
Cape Verdean790.0%
Celtic560.0%
Central American5,2530.8%
Central American Indian2330.0%
Cherokee2,1140.3%
Cheyenne160.0%
Chickasaw930.0%
Chilean2640.0%
Chinese130.0%
Chippewa610.0%
Choctaw710.0%
Colombian6500.1%
Costa Rican610.0%
Cree230.0%
Creek50.0%
Croatian5560.1%
Crow170.0%
Cuban15,5312.5%
Czech1,0060.2%
Czechoslovakian2150.0%
Danish4980.1%
Delaware60.0%
Dominican2680.0%
Dutch5,2590.8%
Dutch West Indian50.0%
Eastern European1,1170.2%
Ecuadorian1150.0%
Egyptian930.0%
English63,49910.1%
Ethiopian3740.1%
European10,9911.8%
Filipino1450.0%
Finnish2280.0%
French10,1311.6%
French American Indian430.0%
French Canadian7290.1%
German93,36014.8%
Ghanaian680.0%
Greek4280.1%
Guamanian / Chamorro690.0%
Guatemalan2,0470.3%
Guyanese90.0%
Haitian7780.1%
Honduran2,1170.3%
Hopi230.0%
Hungarian9080.1%
Icelander990.0%
Indian (Asian)2,4330.4%
Indonesian1,3370.2%
Inupiat270.0%
Iranian4920.1%
Iraqi8880.1%
Irish71,72511.4%
Iroquois60.0%
Israeli1640.0%
Italian15,3402.4%
Jamaican3340.1%
Japanese3740.1%
Jordanian6410.1%
Kenyan2230.0%
Korean3,2440.5%
Latvian1240.0%
Lebanese6590.1%
Liberian3290.1%
Lithuanian7000.1%
Lumbee30.0%
Luxembourger270.0%
Malaysian300.0%
Maltese150.0%
Menominee80.0%
Mexican14,6932.3%
Mexican American Indian1770.0%
Mongolian440.0%
Moroccan5410.1%
Native Hawaiian2690.0%
Navajo250.0%
New Zealander90.0%
Nicaraguan1870.0%
Nigerian4880.1%
Northern European5410.1%
Norwegian2,2340.4%
Osage300.0%
Pakistani4380.1%
Palestinian2070.0%
Panamanian5360.1%
Paraguayan110.0%
Pennsylvania German70.0%
Peruvian7540.1%
Polish7,2701.2%
Portuguese1,0000.2%
Pueblo50.0%
Puerto Rican2,6360.4%
Romanian2360.0%
Russian2,3680.4%
Salvadoran3050.1%
Samoan560.0%
Scandinavian1,3070.2%
Scotch-Irish6,0271.0%
Scottish10,2721.6%
Seminole60.0%
Senegalese1410.0%
Serbian2390.0%
Shoshone170.0%
Sioux770.0%
Slavic4050.1%
Slovak6600.1%
Slovene780.0%
Somali1,2890.2%
South African950.0%
South American2,5280.4%
Soviet Union160.0%
Spaniard3690.1%
Spanish6550.1%
Sri Lankan2,9190.5%
Subsaharan African17,3012.8%
Sudanese2670.0%
Swedish3,1880.5%
Swiss1,9760.3%
Syrian1340.0%
Taiwanese380.0%
Thai4,6750.7%
Tohono O'Odham90.0%
Tongan40.0%
Trinidadian and Tobagonian1910.0%
Turkish3390.1%
U.S. Virgin Islander480.0%
Ugandan330.0%
Ukrainian4300.1%
Uruguayan100.0%
Venezuelan2710.0%
Welsh3,7610.6%
West Indian700.0%
Yugoslavian1,4840.2%
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Immigrants in Louisville

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Louisville came from Latin America (23,512 | 3.7%), Asia (15,928 | 2.5%), Caribbean (13,074 | 2.1%), Cuba (11,866 | 1.9%), and Africa (9,349 | 1.5%), together accounting for 11.7% of all Louisville residents.
Immigrants in Louisville
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Afghanistan1720.0%
Africa9,3491.5%
Albania1130.0%
Argentina1380.0%
Asia15,9282.5%
Australia100.0%
Austria910.0%
Bangladesh350.0%
Barbados340.0%
Belarus1900.0%
Belgium180.0%
Belize160.0%
Bolivia830.0%
Bosnia and Herzegovina1,2010.2%
Brazil1230.0%
Bulgaria160.0%
Cambodia1030.0%
Cameroon220.0%
Canada9070.1%
Caribbean13,0742.1%
Central America8,6851.4%
Chile1370.0%
China1,1210.2%
Colombia3950.1%
Congo9100.1%
Costa Rica610.0%
Croatia1570.0%
Cuba11,8661.9%
Czechoslovakia210.0%
Denmark170.0%
Dominican Republic370.0%
Eastern Africa3,6050.6%
Eastern Asia2,2830.4%
Eastern Europe3,1960.5%
Ecuador210.0%
Egypt420.0%
El Salvador1730.0%
England2330.0%
Eritrea1530.0%
Ethiopia7330.1%
Europe5,3570.9%
Fiji90.0%
France1720.0%
Germany9730.2%
Ghana1720.0%
Guatemala1,5300.2%
Guyana1810.0%
Haiti6280.1%
Honduras1,5570.3%
Hong Kong1130.0%
Hungary270.0%
India3,0680.5%
Indonesia10.0%
Iran2860.1%
Iraq1,4140.2%
Ireland580.0%
Israel320.0%
Italy570.0%
Jamaica3910.1%
Japan2820.0%
Jordan6260.1%
Kazakhstan330.0%
Kenya5710.1%
Korea8140.1%
Kuwait860.0%
Laos1930.0%
Latin America23,5123.7%
Latvia80.0%
Lebanon70.0%
Liberia4610.1%
Lithuania290.0%
Malaysia1060.0%
Mexico5,1160.8%
Micronesia270.0%
Middle Africa2,1190.3%
Moldova930.0%
Morocco3700.1%
Nepal5020.1%
Netherlands480.0%
Nicaragua1200.0%
Nigeria2910.1%
Northern Africa1,0520.2%
Northern Europe6930.1%
Norway130.0%
Oceania820.0%
Pakistan3550.1%
Panama1120.0%
Peru3740.1%
Philippines1,4140.2%
Poland1240.0%
Portugal400.0%
Russia4360.1%
Saudi Arabia410.0%
Scotland1100.0%
Senegal520.0%
Serbia1640.0%
Singapore240.0%
Somalia1,3610.2%
South Africa2160.0%
South America1,7530.3%
South Central Asia6,0571.0%
South Eastern Asia5,0270.8%
Southern Europe1660.0%
Spain690.0%
Sri Lanka1610.0%
Sudan1610.0%
Sweden160.0%
Syria1030.0%
Taiwan1360.0%
Thailand7120.1%
Trinidad and Tobago1180.0%
Turkey390.0%
Uganda640.0%
Ukraine1760.0%
Uruguay100.0%
Uzbekistan4190.1%
Venezuela2660.0%
Vietnam1,8640.3%
Western Africa1,4810.2%
Western Asia2,5310.4%
Western Europe1,3020.2%
Zaire9520.2%
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Sex and Age in Louisville

Sex and Age in Louisville

The most populous age groups in Louisville are 25 to 29 Years (23,636 | 7.7%) for men and 30 to 34 Years (23,185 | 7.2%) for women.
Sex and Age in Louisville
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years19,673 (6.4%)18,874 (5.9%)
5 to 9 Years19,702 (6.4%)17,208 (5.3%)
10 to 14 Years19,949 (6.5%)20,245 (6.3%)
15 to 19 Years20,033 (6.5%)19,696 (6.1%)
20 to 24 Years21,343 (7.0%)20,722 (6.4%)
25 to 29 Years23,636 (7.7%)23,114 (7.2%)
30 to 34 Years22,264 (7.2%)23,185 (7.2%)
35 to 39 Years21,030 (6.9%)21,185 (6.6%)
40 to 44 Years19,427 (6.3%)19,643 (6.1%)
45 to 49 Years18,262 (5.9%)19,338 (6.0%)
50 to 54 Years19,075 (6.2%)19,448 (6.0%)
55 to 59 Years20,183 (6.6%)20,462 (6.4%)
60 to 64 Years19,586 (6.4%)22,504 (7.0%)
65 to 69 Years16,602 (5.4%)18,334 (5.7%)
70 to 74 Years11,506 (3.7%)14,065 (4.4%)
75 to 79 Years6,791 (2.2%)10,071 (3.1%)
80 to 84 Years4,272 (1.4%)7,121 (2.2%)
85 Years and over3,867 (1.3%)6,760 (2.1%)
Total307,201 (100.0%)321,975 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Louisville

Median Family Size in Louisville

The median family size in Louisville is 3.06 persons per family, with married-couple families (99,531 | 65.4%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.08 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (13,364 | 8.8%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.83 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Louisville
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple99,531 (65.4%)3.08
Single Male/Father13,364 (8.8%)2.83
Single Female/Mother39,350 (25.9%)3.08
Total Families152,245 (100.0%)3.06

Median Household Size in Louisville

The median household size in Louisville is 2.36 persons per household, with single female/mother households (39,350 | 15.1%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.28 persons per household. non-family households (108,860 | 41.7%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.24 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Louisville
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple99,531 (38.1%)3.11
Single Male/Father13,364 (5.1%)3.17
Single Female/Mother39,350 (15.1%)3.28
Non-family108,860 (41.7%)1.24
Total Households261,105 (100.0%)2.36

Household Size by Marriage Status in Louisville

Out of a total of 261,105 households in Louisville, 152,245 (58.3%) are family households, while 108,860 (41.7%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 69,856, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 89,032.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Louisville
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-89,032 (34.1%)
2-Person Households69,856 (26.8%)16,818 (6.4%)
3-Person Households37,300 (14.3%)2,214 (0.9%)
4-Person Households27,482 (10.5%)571 (0.2%)
5-Person Households11,783 (4.5%)158 (0.1%)
6-Person Households3,778 (1.5%)61 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households2,046 (0.8%)6 (0.0%)
Total152,245 (58.3%)108,860 (41.7%)

Female Fertility in Louisville

Fertility by Age in Louisville

Average fertility rate in Louisville is 54.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 95.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 78.3% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Louisville
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years179 (2.2%)9.0
20 to 34 years6,355 (78.3%)95.0
35 to 50 years1,584 (19.5%)24.0
Total8,118 (100.0%)54.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Louisville

56.5% of women with births (8,118) in Louisville are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 79.9% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 26.3% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Louisville
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years36 (20.1%)143 (79.9%)
20 to 34 years3,381 (53.2%)2,974 (46.8%)
35 to 50 years1,167 (73.7%)417 (26.3%)
Total4,587 (56.5%)3,531 (43.5%)

Fertility by Education in Louisville

Average fertility rate in Louisville is 54.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of graduate degree have the highest fertility rate of 68.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of less than high school have the lowest fertility at 40.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 27.2% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Louisville
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School957 (11.8%)40.0
High School Diploma1,926 (23.7%)59.0
College or Associate's Degree2,207 (27.2%)50.0
Bachelor's Degree1,660 (20.4%)55.0
Graduate Degree1,368 (16.9%)68.0
Total8,118 (100.0%)54.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Louisville

43.5% of women with births in Louisville are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of graduate degree are most likely to be married with 88.1% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 68.1% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Louisville
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School305 (31.9%)652 (68.1%)
High School Diploma765 (39.7%)1,161 (60.3%)
College or Associate's Degree1,090 (49.4%)1,117 (50.6%)
Bachelor's Degree1,222 (73.6%)438 (26.4%)
Graduate Degree1,205 (88.1%)163 (11.9%)
Total4,587 (56.5%)3,531 (43.5%)

Income in Louisville

Income Overview in Louisville

Per Capita Income in Louisville is $37,588, while median incomes of families and households are $81,196 and $63,114 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income629,176$37,588
Median Family Income152,245$81,196
Mean Family Income152,245$108,609
Median Household Income261,105$63,114
Mean Household Income261,105$88,552
Income Deficit152,245$11,003
Wage / Income Gap (%)629,17622.53%
Wage / Income Gap ($)629,17677.47¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index629,1760.48

Earnings by Sex in Louisville

Average Earnings in Louisville are $39,305, $44,402 for men and $34,398 for women, a difference of 22.5%.
Earnings by Sex in Louisville
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male176,456 (51.1%)$44,402
Female168,620 (48.9%)$34,398
Total345,076 (100.0%)$39,305

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Louisville

The most common earnings brackets in Louisville are $100,000+ for men (25,440 | 14.4%) and $75,000 to $99,999 for women (12,519 | 7.4%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Louisville
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less7,657 (4.3%)9,795 (5.8%)
$2,500 to $4,9995,141 (2.9%)6,503 (3.9%)
$5,000 to $7,4995,664 (3.2%)6,505 (3.9%)
$7,500 to $9,9993,783 (2.1%)5,070 (3.0%)
$10,000 to $12,4993,910 (2.2%)6,779 (4.0%)
$12,500 to $14,9994,249 (2.4%)5,552 (3.3%)
$15,000 to $17,4994,349 (2.5%)5,836 (3.5%)
$17,500 to $19,9993,584 (2.0%)5,433 (3.2%)
$20,000 to $22,4995,090 (2.9%)5,934 (3.5%)
$22,500 to $24,9995,183 (2.9%)6,133 (3.6%)
$25,000 to $29,9999,640 (5.5%)11,270 (6.7%)
$30,000 to $34,99910,687 (6.1%)11,059 (6.6%)
$35,000 to $39,99910,414 (5.9%)10,105 (6.0%)
$40,000 to $44,9999,787 (5.6%)11,259 (6.7%)
$45,000 to $49,9999,800 (5.6%)8,884 (5.3%)
$50,000 to $54,9997,551 (4.3%)7,640 (4.5%)
$55,000 to $64,99915,763 (8.9%)11,236 (6.7%)
$65,000 to $74,99910,786 (6.1%)9,043 (5.4%)
$75,000 to $99,99917,978 (10.2%)12,519 (7.4%)
$100,000+25,440 (14.4%)12,065 (7.2%)
Total176,456 (100.0%)168,620 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Louisville

Average earnings in Louisville are $50,417 for men and $39,231 for women, a difference of 22.2%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $83,947, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $30,322. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $66,919, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $21,381.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Louisville
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$30,322$21,381
High School Diploma$39,997$28,555
College or Associate's Degree$47,852$35,660
Bachelor's Degree$67,513$50,174
Graduate Degree$83,947$66,919
Total$50,417$39,231

Family Income in Louisville

Family Income Brackets in Louisville

According to the Louisville family income data, there are 28,470 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 18.7% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 3,502 families (2.3%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Louisville
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0006,0904.0%
$10,000 to $14,9993,5022.3%
$15,000 to $24,9998,8305.8%
$25,000 to $34,9999,7446.4%
$35,000 to $49,99915,37710.1%
$50,000 to $74,99926,03417.1%
$75,000 to $99,99922,07614.5%
$100,000 to $149,99928,47018.7%
$150,000 to $199,99915,22410.0%
$200,000+16,74711.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Louisville

4-person families (25,353 | 16.7%) account for the highest median family income in Louisville with $106,848 per family, while 2-person families (75,989 | 49.9%) have the highest median income of $36,276 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Louisville
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families75,989 (49.9%)$72,551
3-Person Families35,334 (23.2%)$84,076
4-Person Families25,353 (16.7%)$106,848
5-Person Families10,700 (7.0%)$99,793
6-Person Families3,150 (2.1%)$85,962
7+ Person Families1,719 (1.1%)$74,336
Total152,245 (100.0%)$81,196

Family Income by Number of Earners in Louisville

The median family income in Louisville is $81,196, with families comprising 3+ earners (15,773) having the highest median family income of $146,781, while families with no earners (21,178) have the lowest median family income of $44,277, accounting for 10.4% and 13.9% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Louisville
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners21,178 (13.9%)$44,277
1 Earner50,940 (33.5%)$53,244
2 Earners64,354 (42.3%)$107,712
3+ Earners15,773 (10.4%)$146,781
Total152,245 (100.0%)$81,196

Household Income in Louisville

Household Income Brackets in Louisville

With 46,477 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Louisville, accounting for 17.8% of all households. In contrast, only 12,533 households (4.8%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Louisville
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00014,8835.7%
$10,000 to $14,99912,5334.8%
$15,000 to $24,99921,9338.4%
$25,000 to $34,99922,1948.5%
$35,000 to $49,99932,63812.5%
$50,000 to $74,99946,47717.8%
$75,000 to $99,99934,46613.2%
$100,000 to $149,99939,16615.0%
$150,000 to $199,99917,7556.8%
$200,000+19,3227.4%

Household Income by Householder Age in Louisville

The median household income in Louisville is $63,114, with the highest median household income of $75,591 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 93,371 households (35.8%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $38,272, with 11,390 households (4.4%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Louisville
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years11,390 (4.4%)$38,272
25 to 44 Years89,922 (34.4%)$68,361
45 to 64 Years93,371 (35.8%)$75,591
65+ Years66,422 (25.4%)$49,200
Total261,105 (100.0%)$63,114

Poverty in Louisville

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Louisville

With 14.2% poverty level for males and 17.1% for females among the residents of Louisville, 5 year old males and 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 1,068 males (26.3%) and 1,201 females (30.2%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Louisville
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years4,407 (23.0%)4,882 (26.5%)
5 Years1,068 (26.3%)1,201 (30.2%)
6 to 11 Years5,558 (23.6%)4,454 (21.8%)
12 to 14 Years2,432 (21.4%)2,921 (24.3%)
15 Years823 (19.6%)986 (27.0%)
16 and 17 Years1,511 (19.9%)1,383 (17.3%)
18 to 24 Years6,014 (22.3%)6,817 (26.0%)
25 to 34 Years4,769 (10.6%)7,949 (17.3%)
35 to 44 Years3,731 (9.4%)6,573 (16.2%)
45 to 54 Years3,589 (9.7%)5,137 (13.3%)
55 to 64 Years4,645 (11.8%)5,835 (13.7%)
65 to 74 Years2,886 (10.4%)3,052 (9.6%)
75 Years and over1,146 (7.9%)2,557 (11.3%)
Total42,579 (14.2%)53,747 (17.1%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Louisville

According to the poverty statistics in Louisville, males aged 75 years and over and females aged 65 to 74 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 92.1% of males and 90.4% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Louisville
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years14,737 (77.0%)13,562 (73.5%)
5 Years2,991 (73.7%)2,769 (69.8%)
6 to 11 Years17,998 (76.4%)16,017 (78.2%)
12 to 14 Years8,915 (78.6%)9,116 (75.7%)
15 Years3,375 (80.4%)2,669 (73.0%)
16 and 17 Years6,074 (80.1%)6,598 (82.7%)
18 to 24 Years20,938 (77.7%)19,365 (74.0%)
25 to 34 Years40,406 (89.4%)38,043 (82.7%)
35 to 44 Years36,064 (90.6%)34,063 (83.8%)
45 to 54 Years33,287 (90.3%)33,466 (86.7%)
55 to 64 Years34,796 (88.2%)36,884 (86.3%)
65 to 74 Years24,887 (89.6%)28,801 (90.4%)
75 Years and over13,329 (92.1%)20,111 (88.7%)
Total257,797 (85.8%)261,464 (83.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Louisville

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Louisville show that 4.3% or 4,250 of the total 99,531 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 17.2%, comprising of 82 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 3.0%, which includes 1,828 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Louisville
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children58,694 (97.0%)1,828 (3.0%)
1 or 2 Children29,820 (96.2%)1,182 (3.8%)
3 or 4 Children6,373 (84.6%)1,158 (15.4%)
5 or more Children394 (82.8%)82 (17.2%)
Total95,281 (95.7%)4,250 (4.3%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Louisville

According to the poverty data in Louisville, 11.0% or 1,469 single-father households and 29.4% or 11,559 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 44 households (43.1%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 459 households (86.3%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Louisville
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children624 (9.0%)1,896 (13.0%)
1 or 2 Children647 (11.4%)6,567 (33.5%)
3 or 4 Children154 (24.1%)2,637 (57.0%)
5 or more Children44 (43.1%)459 (86.3%)
Total1,469 (11.0%)11,559 (29.4%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Louisville

The poverty data for Louisville shows that 4,250 of the married-couple family households (4.3%) and 13,028 of the single-parent households (24.7%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 82 households (17.2%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 503 household (79.3%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Louisville
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children1,828 (3.0%)2,520 (11.7%)
1 or 2 Children1,182 (3.8%)7,214 (28.5%)
3 or 4 Children1,158 (15.4%)2,791 (53.0%)
5 or more Children82 (17.2%)503 (79.3%)
Total4,250 (4.3%)13,028 (24.7%)

Employment Characteristics in Louisville

Employment by Class of Employer in Louisville

Among the 308,061 employed individuals in Louisville, private company employees (223,093 | 72.4%), not-for-profit organizations (27,290 | 8.9%), and local government employees (16,638 | 5.4%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Louisville
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees223,09372.4%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)9,1473.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)14,3024.6%
Not-for-profit Organizations27,2908.9%
Local Government Employees16,6385.4%
State Government Employees10,4023.4%
Federal Government Employees6,6402.2%
Unpaid Family Workers5490.2%
Total308,061100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Louisville

According to the labor force statistics for Louisville, out of the total population over 16 years of age (505,633), 65.8% or 332,707 individuals are in the labor force, with 5.3% or 17,633 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 86.0% or 40,205 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 11.4% or 1,728 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Louisville
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years15,154 (47.6%)1,728 (11.4%)
20 to 24 Years33,358 (79.3%)3,036 (9.1%)
25 to 29 Years40,205 (86.0%)2,533 (6.3%)
30 to 34 Years39,086 (86.0%)2,189 (5.6%)
35 to 44 Years69,336 (85.3%)2,981 (4.3%)
45 to 54 Years62,573 (82.2%)2,816 (4.5%)
55 to 59 Years29,955 (73.7%)929 (3.1%)
60 to 64 Years23,697 (56.3%)687 (2.9%)
65 to 74 Years16,458 (27.2%)675 (4.1%)
75 Years and over2,683 (6.9%)129 (4.8%)
Total332,707 (65.8%)17,633 (5.3%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Louisville

According to labor force statistics for Louisville, 79.7% of individuals (264,877) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (332,342) are in the labor force, with 4.6% or 12,184 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 89.2% or 102,971 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 8.2% or 1,433 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Louisville
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School17,471 (56.9%)2,518 (8.2%)
High School Diploma63,386 (73.7%)5,848 (6.8%)
College / Associate Degree81,058 (80.9%)4,910 (4.9%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher102,971 (89.2%)2,655 (2.3%)
Total264,877 (79.7%)15,288 (4.6%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Louisville

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Louisville are Community & Social Service (33,054 | 10.5%), Management (29,066 | 9.2%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (22,441 | 7.1%), Business & Financial (17,345 | 5.5%), and Education Instruction & Library (16,871 | 5.4%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Louisville

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Louisville, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (87.7%), Computers, Engineering & Science (76.1%), and Computers & Mathematics (74.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Technologists (76.8%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (76.3%), and Education Instruction & Library (72.5%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Louisville
OccupationMaleFemale
Management16,726 (57.5%)12,340 (42.5%)
Business & Financial7,465 (43.0%)9,880 (57.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science12,548 (76.1%)3,934 (23.9%)
Computers & Mathematics6,438 (74.8%)2,172 (25.2%)
Architecture & Engineering5,129 (87.7%)717 (12.3%)
Life, Physical & Social Science981 (48.4%)1,045 (51.6%)
Community & Social Service 11,126 (33.7%)21,928 (66.3%)
Education, Arts & Media1,979 (30.4%)4,534 (69.6%)
Legal Services & Support1,679 (41.8%)2,334 (58.2%)
Education Instruction & Library4,636 (27.5%)12,235 (72.5%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment2,832 (50.1%)2,825 (49.9%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating5,317 (23.7%)17,124 (76.3%)
Health Technologists3,550 (23.2%)11,755 (76.8%)
Total (Category)53,182 (44.9%)65,206 (55.1%)
Total (Overall)161,401 (51.4%)152,710 (48.6%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Louisville are Food Preparation & Serving (16,500 | 5.2%), Cleaning & Maintenance (8,929 | 2.8%), Healthcare Support (8,004 | 2.5%), Personal Care & Service (7,778 | 2.5%), and Security & Protection (5,985 | 1.9%).
Services Occupations in Louisville

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Louisville, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (75.6%), Security & Protection (74.9%), and Law Enforcement (73.6%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (84.2%), Personal Care & Service (68.5%), and Food Preparation & Serving (57.9%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Louisville
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support1,269 (15.9%)6,735 (84.2%)
Security & Protection4,482 (74.9%)1,503 (25.1%)
Firefighting & Prevention2,930 (75.6%)947 (24.4%)
Law Enforcement1,552 (73.6%)556 (26.4%)
Food Preparation & Serving6,941 (42.1%)9,559 (57.9%)
Cleaning & Maintenance4,871 (54.5%)4,058 (45.5%)
Personal Care & Service2,453 (31.5%)5,325 (68.5%)
Total (Category)20,016 (42.4%)27,180 (57.6%)
Total (Overall)161,401 (51.4%)152,710 (48.6%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Louisville are Office & Administration (37,159 | 11.8%), and Sales & Related (28,450 | 9.1%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Louisville

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Louisville
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related13,546 (47.6%)14,904 (52.4%)
Office & Administration10,674 (28.7%)26,485 (71.3%)
Total (Category)24,220 (36.9%)41,389 (63.1%)
Total (Overall)161,401 (51.4%)152,710 (48.6%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Louisville are Construction & Extraction (11,695 | 3.7%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (8,250 | 2.6%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (377 | 0.1%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Louisville

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Louisville
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry276 (73.2%)101 (26.8%)
Construction & Extraction11,242 (96.1%)453 (3.9%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair7,895 (95.7%)355 (4.3%)
Total (Category)19,413 (95.5%)909 (4.5%)
Total (Overall)161,401 (51.4%)152,710 (48.6%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Louisville are Production (26,990 | 8.6%), Material Moving (21,787 | 6.9%), and Transportation (13,819 | 4.4%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Louisville

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Louisville
OccupationMaleFemale
Production17,841 (66.1%)9,149 (33.9%)
Transportation11,646 (84.3%)2,173 (15.7%)
Material Moving15,083 (69.2%)6,704 (30.8%)
Total (Category)44,570 (71.2%)18,026 (28.8%)
Total (Overall)161,401 (51.4%)152,710 (48.6%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Louisville

Employment Industries in Louisville

The major employment industries in Louisville include Health Care & Social Assistance (43,465 | 13.8%), Manufacturing (39,023 | 12.4%), Retail Trade (34,778 | 11.1%), Transportation & Warehousing (28,585 | 9.1%), and Educational Services (27,784 | 8.8%).
Employment Industries in Louisville

Employment Industries by Sex in Louisville

The Louisville industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Construction (89.6%), and Manufacturing (68.8%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (77.3%), Educational Services (68.2%), and Enterprise Management (61.9%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Louisville
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting448 (65.3%)238 (34.7%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction34 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction14,584 (89.6%)1,689 (10.4%)
Manufacturing26,846 (68.8%)12,177 (31.2%)
Wholesale Trade5,293 (67.0%)2,601 (33.0%)
Retail Trade18,081 (52.0%)16,697 (48.0%)
Transportation & Warehousing19,476 (68.1%)9,109 (31.9%)
Utilities1,368 (53.1%)1,208 (46.9%)
Information3,119 (58.9%)2,177 (41.1%)
Finance & Insurance7,672 (41.9%)10,645 (58.1%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing2,435 (46.8%)2,764 (53.2%)
Professional & Scientific9,443 (52.8%)8,436 (47.2%)
Enterprise Management187 (38.1%)304 (61.9%)
Administrative & Support8,009 (56.2%)6,233 (43.8%)
Educational Services8,825 (31.8%)18,959 (68.2%)
Health Care & Social Assistance9,853 (22.7%)33,612 (77.3%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation3,438 (60.5%)2,249 (39.6%)
Accommodation & Food Services10,425 (46.7%)11,887 (53.3%)
Public Administration4,999 (57.0%)3,777 (43.0%)
Total161,401 (51.4%)152,710 (48.6%)

Education in Louisville

School Enrollment in Louisville

The most common levels of schooling among the 144,342 students in Louisville are middle school (32,057 | 22.2%), high school (31,088 | 21.5%), and college / undergraduate (29,155 | 20.2%).
School Enrollment in Louisville
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool7,5425.2%
Kindergarten7,0804.9%
Elementary School27,48719.0%
Middle School32,05722.2%
High School31,08821.5%
College / Undergraduate29,15520.2%
Graduate / Professional9,9336.9%
Total144,342100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Louisville

Out of a total of 144,342 students who are enrolled in schools in Louisville, 33,632 (23.3%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 110,710 (76.7%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 2,729 (49.8% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 31,835 (82.4% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Louisville
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds2,745 (50.1%)2,729 (49.8%)
5 to 9 Year Old26,949 (79.7%)6,859 (20.3%)
10 to 14 Year Olds31,835 (82.4%)6,791 (17.6%)
15 to 17 Year Olds17,656 (79.0%)4,682 (21.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds7,034 (70.3%)2,979 (29.7%)
20 to 24 Year Olds12,289 (75.9%)3,906 (24.1%)
25 to 34 Year Olds7,331 (68.6%)3,349 (31.4%)
35 Years and over4,837 (67.1%)2,371 (32.9%)
Total110,710 (76.7%)33,632 (23.3%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Louisville

Business (29,707 | 19.5%), science & technology (16,975 | 11.1%), education (14,957 | 9.8%), social sciences (11,020 | 7.2%), and arts & humanities (10,478 | 6.9%) are the most common fields of study among 152,760 individuals in Louisville who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Louisville
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics6,3204.1%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural7,8525.1%
Physical & Health Sciences5,1003.3%
Psychology8,9935.9%
Social Sciences11,0207.2%
Engineering9,4686.2%
Multidisciplinary Studies9950.6%
Science & Technology16,97511.1%
Business29,70719.5%
Education14,9579.8%
Literature & Languages7,5555.0%
Liberal Arts & History8,4935.6%
Visual & Performing Arts6,3554.2%
Communications8,4925.6%
Arts & Humanities10,4786.9%
Total152,760100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Louisville

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Louisville

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Louisville are males with 2 vehicles (70,406, accounting for 44.7%) and females with 2 vehicles (60,143, making up 47.9%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Louisville
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle5,499 (3.5%)5,867 (4.0%)
1 Vehicle34,933 (22.2%)43,849 (29.8%)
2 Vehicles70,406 (44.7%)60,143 (40.9%)
3 Vehicles30,293 (19.2%)25,038 (17.0%)
4 Vehicles11,754 (7.5%)8,886 (6.0%)
5 or more Vehicles4,767 (3.0%)3,288 (2.2%)
Total157,652 (100.0%)147,071 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Louisville

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Louisville are 20 to 24 minutes (61,378 commuters, 22.2%), 15 to 19 minutes (51,153 commuters, 18.5%), and 30 to 34 minutes (37,272 commuters, 13.5%).
Commute Time in Louisville
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes4,7751.7%
5 to 9 Minutes22,7708.2%
10 to 14 Minutes36,98813.4%
15 to 19 Minutes51,15318.5%
20 to 24 Minutes61,37822.2%
25 to 29 Minutes27,98310.1%
30 to 34 Minutes37,27213.5%
35 to 39 Minutes8,0532.9%
40 to 44 Minutes6,9642.5%
45 to 59 Minutes10,1673.7%
60 to 89 Minutes5,4992.0%
90 or more Minutes3,8651.4%

Commute Time by Sex in Louisville

The most common commute times in Louisville are 20 to 24 minutes (33,305 commuters, 23.0%) for males and 20 to 24 minutes (28,073 commuters, 21.3%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Louisville
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes2,606 (1.8%)2,169 (1.6%)
5 to 9 Minutes11,255 (7.8%)11,515 (8.7%)
10 to 14 Minutes17,529 (12.1%)19,459 (14.7%)
15 to 19 Minutes26,353 (18.2%)24,800 (18.8%)
20 to 24 Minutes33,305 (23.0%)28,073 (21.3%)
25 to 29 Minutes14,389 (9.9%)13,594 (10.3%)
30 to 34 Minutes20,133 (13.9%)17,139 (13.0%)
35 to 39 Minutes4,068 (2.8%)3,985 (3.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes3,930 (2.7%)3,034 (2.3%)
45 to 59 Minutes5,763 (4.0%)4,404 (3.3%)
60 to 89 Minutes3,209 (2.2%)2,290 (1.7%)
90 or more Minutes2,445 (1.7%)1,420 (1.1%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Louisville

The most frequent times of departure to work in Louisville are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (22,953, 15.8%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (23,171, 17.6%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Louisville
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM6,676 (4.6%)4,619 (3.5%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM7,346 (5.1%)3,489 (2.6%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM7,297 (5.0%)4,822 (3.7%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM10,788 (7.4%)8,450 (6.4%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM11,831 (8.2%)10,445 (7.9%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM22,953 (15.8%)23,171 (17.6%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM14,687 (10.1%)15,322 (11.6%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM12,945 (8.9%)15,918 (12.1%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM6,694 (4.6%)9,884 (7.5%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM8,560 (5.9%)8,838 (6.7%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM4,981 (3.4%)3,982 (3.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM2,862 (2.0%)1,668 (1.3%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM11,061 (7.6%)9,288 (7.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM16,304 (11.3%)11,986 (9.1%)
Total144,985 (100.0%)131,882 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Louisville

Occupancy by Ownership in Louisville

Of the total 261,105 dwellings in Louisville, owner-occupied units account for 157,735 (60.4%), while renter-occupied units make up 103,370 (39.6%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Louisville
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units157,73560.4%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units103,37039.6%
Total Occupied Housing Units261,105100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Louisville

Occupancy by Household Size in Louisville
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household89,03234.1%
2-Person Household86,67433.2%
3-Person Household39,51415.1%
4+ Person Household45,88517.6%
Total Housing Units261,105100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Louisville

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Louisville
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household44,025 (49.4%)45,007 (50.5%)
2-Person Household58,517 (67.5%)28,157 (32.5%)
3-Person Household25,221 (63.8%)14,293 (36.2%)
4+ Person Household29,972 (65.3%)15,913 (34.7%)
Total Housing Units157,735 (60.4%)103,370 (39.6%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Louisville

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Louisville
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School9,152 (42.4%)12,435 (57.6%)
High School Diploma35,822 (54.5%)29,865 (45.5%)
College/Associate Degree47,685 (58.0%)34,591 (42.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher65,076 (71.1%)26,479 (28.9%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Louisville

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Louisville
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years56,17221.5%
35 to 44 Years45,14017.3%
45 to 54 Years43,92916.8%
55 to 64 Years49,44218.9%
65 to 74 Years39,85715.3%
75 to 84 Years19,3097.4%
85 Years and Over7,2562.8%
Total261,105100.0%

Housing Finances in Louisville

Median Income by Occupancy in Louisville

Median Income by Occupancy in Louisville
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied157,735 (60.4%)$82,649
Renter-Occupied103,370 (39.6%)$39,899
Average261,105 (100.0%)$63,114

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Louisville

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Louisville
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0002,742 (1.7%)5,788 (5.6%)
$5,000 to $9,9991,519 (1.0%)4,726 (4.6%)
$10,000 to $14,9993,311 (2.1%)9,111 (8.8%)
$15,000 to $19,9994,280 (2.7%)6,471 (6.3%)
$20,000 to $24,9994,272 (2.7%)6,879 (6.7%)
$25,000 to $34,9999,861 (6.2%)12,348 (11.9%)
$35,000 to $49,99917,067 (10.8%)15,604 (15.1%)
$50,000 to $74,99928,095 (17.8%)18,446 (17.8%)
$75,000 to $99,99923,318 (14.8%)11,069 (10.7%)
$100,000 to $149,99930,192 (19.1%)8,899 (8.6%)
$150,000 or more33,078 (21.0%)4,029 (3.9%)
Total157,735 (100.0%)103,370 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Louisville

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Louisville
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3004,946 (3.1%)5,225 (5.1%)
$300 to $49919,008 (12.0%)4,862 (4.7%)
$500 to $79928,169 (17.9%)16,793 (16.3%)
$800 to $99915,234 (9.7%)21,709 (21.0%)
$1,000 to $1,49941,939 (26.6%)37,480 (36.3%)
$1,500 to $1,99923,578 (14.9%)10,616 (10.3%)
$2,000 to $2,49910,814 (6.9%)1,904 (1.8%)
$2,500 to $2,9996,567 (4.2%)424 (0.4%)
$3,000 or more7,480 (4.7%)770 (0.7%)
Total157,735 (100.0%)103,370 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Louisville

Housing Structures in Louisville

Housing Structures in Louisville
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached170,56865.3%
Single Unit, Attached10,3934.0%
2 Unit Apartments5,8322.2%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments20,2557.8%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments17,8926.9%
10 or more Apartments32,37312.4%
Mobile Home / Other3,7921.5%
Total261,105100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Louisville

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Louisville
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached140,692 (82.5%)29,876 (17.5%)
Single Unit, Attached6,845 (65.9%)3,548 (34.1%)
2 Unit Apartments693 (11.9%)5,139 (88.1%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments1,903 (9.4%)18,352 (90.6%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments2,299 (12.9%)15,593 (87.2%)
10 or more Apartments2,775 (8.6%)29,598 (91.4%)
Mobile Home / Other2,528 (66.7%)1,264 (33.3%)
Total157,735 (60.4%)103,370 (39.6%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Louisville

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Louisville
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room154 (0.1%)4,295 (4.2%)
2 or 3 Rooms2,743 (1.7%)25,042 (24.2%)
4 or 5 Rooms45,882 (29.1%)51,763 (50.1%)
6 or 7 Rooms59,146 (37.5%)17,942 (17.4%)
8 or more Rooms49,810 (31.6%)4,328 (4.2%)
Total157,735 (100.0%)103,370 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Louisville

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Louisville
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas113,946 (72.2%)44,388 (42.9%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas2,022 (1.3%)1,274 (1.2%)
Electricity40,305 (25.6%)56,099 (54.3%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene300 (0.2%)246 (0.2%)
Coal or Coke15 (0.0%)2 (0.0%)
All other Fuels806 (0.5%)642 (0.6%)
No Fuel Used341 (0.2%)719 (0.7%)
Total157,735 (100.0%)103,370 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Louisville

Household Vehicle Usage in Louisville
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle5,216 (3.3%)20,808 (20.1%)
1 Vehicle45,665 (28.9%)52,116 (50.4%)
2 Vehicles70,065 (44.4%)23,610 (22.8%)
3 or more Vehicles36,789 (23.3%)6,836 (6.6%)
Total157,735 (100.0%)103,370 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Louisville

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Louisville

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units54,819102,916
Median Property Value$189,600$213,400
Median Household Income$60,238$25,707
Monthly Housing Costs$544$7,324
Real Estate Taxes$1,559$2,557

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Louisville

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Louisville
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0004,591 (8.4%)2,659 (2.6%)
$50,000 to $99,9996,190 (11.3%)6,774 (6.6%)
$100,000 to $299,99930,105 (54.9%)63,541 (61.7%)
$300,000 to $499,9999,644 (17.6%)20,811 (20.2%)
$500,000 to $749,9992,842 (5.2%)6,456 (6.3%)
$750,000 to $999,999451 (0.8%)1,642 (1.6%)
$1,000,000 or more996 (1.8%)1,033 (1.0%)
Total54,819 (100.0%)102,916 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Louisville

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Louisville
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0002,294 (4.2%)2,079 (2.0%)
$10,000 to $24,9997,024 (12.8%)1,967 (1.9%)
$25,000 to $34,9995,256 (9.6%)4,839 (4.7%)
$35,000 to $49,9998,041 (14.7%)4,605 (4.5%)
$50,000 to $74,99910,676 (19.5%)9,026 (8.8%)
$75,000 to $99,9997,015 (12.8%)17,419 (16.9%)
$100,000 to $149,9997,142 (13.0%)16,303 (15.8%)
$150,000 or more7,371 (13.5%)23,050 (22.4%)
Total54,819 (100.0%)102,916 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Louisville

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Louisville
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x17,202 (31.4%)95,628 (92.9%)
2.0x to 2.9x10,557 (19.3%)41,531 (40.4%)
3.0x to 3.9x7,462 (13.6%)28,491 (27.7%)
4.0x or more18,910 (34.5%)12,647 (12.3%)
Total54,819 (100.0%)102,916 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Louisville

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Louisville
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8009,502 (17.3%)460 (0.4%)
$800 to $1,49915,533 (28.3%)10,337 (10.0%)
$800 to $1,49926,738 (48.8%)26,989 (26.2%)
Total54,819 (100.0%)102,916 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Louisville

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Louisville

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Louisville
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years45,328 (97.3%)1,256 (2.7%)
6 to 18 Years96,275 (96.3%)3,715 (3.7%)
19 to 25 Years55,773 (91.3%)5,344 (8.7%)
26 to 34 Years70,679 (88.3%)9,348 (11.7%)
35 to 44 Years73,331 (91.5%)6,768 (8.5%)
45 to 54 Years70,528 (93.5%)4,936 (6.5%)
55 to 64 Years78,742 (95.8%)3,418 (4.2%)
65 to 74 Years59,545 (99.9%)81 (0.1%)
75 Years and older37,067 (99.8%)76 (0.2%)
Total587,268 (94.4%)34,942 (5.6%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Louisville

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Louisville
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born45,328 (97.3%)1,256 (2.7%)
Foreign Born, Citizen96,275 (96.3%)3,715 (3.7%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen55,773 (91.3%)5,344 (8.7%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Louisville

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Louisville
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00082,493 (92.9%)6,287 (7.1%)
$25,000 to $49,999100,806 (91.4%)9,487 (8.6%)
$50,000 to $74,99995,933 (93.3%)6,894 (6.7%)
$75,000 to $99,99981,050 (94.4%)4,802 (5.6%)
$100,000 and over220,101 (96.9%)6,952 (3.1%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Louisville

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Louisville
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 625,133 (53.9%)23,029 (49.4%)
6 to 18 Years46,625 (46.6%)55,210 (55.2%)
19 to 25 Years15,446 (25.3%)41,884 (68.5%)
25 to 34 Years19,448 (24.3%)53,706 (67.1%)
35 to 44 Years19,635 (24.5%)56,322 (70.3%)
45 to 54 Years17,611 (23.3%)56,399 (74.7%)
55 to 64 Years24,306 (29.6%)59,833 (72.8%)
65 to 74 Years56,774 (95.2%)36,700 (61.6%)
75 Years and over36,821 (99.1%)24,590 (66.2%)
Total261,799 (42.1%)407,673 (65.5%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Louisville

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Louisville
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years128 (0.6%)24 (0.1%)
5 to 17 Years4,593 (8.9%)2,782 (5.7%)
18 to 34 Years6,336 (8.5%)6,900 (9.2%)
35 to 64 Years16,867 (14.6%)19,253 (15.8%)
65 to 74 Years7,476 (26.9%)8,962 (28.1%)
75 Years and over6,658 (46.0%)11,203 (49.4%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Louisville

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Louisville: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years111 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years320 (0.6%)333 (0.7%)
18 to 34 Years594 (0.8%)728 (1.0%)
35 to 64 Years3,965 (3.4%)2,249 (1.8%)
65 to 74 Years2,668 (9.6%)1,871 (5.9%)
75 Years and over3,741 (25.8%)3,515 (15.5%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Louisville: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years17 (0.1%)24 (0.1%)
5 to 17 Years632 (1.2%)691 (1.4%)
18 to 34 Years926 (1.3%)1,130 (1.5%)
35 to 64 Years3,461 (3.0%)3,811 (3.1%)
65 to 74 Years1,028 (3.7%)1,375 (4.3%)
75 Years and over1,401 (9.7%)1,684 (7.4%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Louisville: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years3,861 (7.5%)2,103 (4.3%)
18 to 34 Years4,236 (5.7%)4,678 (6.3%)
35 to 64 Years7,130 (6.2%)8,519 (7.0%)
65 to 74 Years1,585 (5.7%)1,905 (6.0%)
75 Years and over1,584 (10.9%)2,933 (12.9%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Louisville: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years566 (1.1%)498 (1.0%)
18 to 34 Years956 (1.3%)1,323 (1.8%)
35 to 64 Years8,472 (7.3%)11,759 (9.6%)
65 to 74 Years4,613 (16.6%)6,318 (19.8%)
75 Years and over4,187 (28.9%)8,154 (36.0%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Louisville: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years864 (1.7%)712 (1.5%)
18 to 34 Years1,046 (1.4%)845 (1.1%)
35 to 64 Years3,112 (2.7%)4,477 (3.7%)
65 to 74 Years1,292 (4.6%)2,052 (6.4%)
75 Years and over1,579 (10.9%)2,960 (13.1%)

Technology Access in Louisville

Computing Device Access in Louisville

Computing Device Access in Louisville
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop194,91474.7%
Smartphone228,69387.6%
Tablet154,78859.3%
No Computing Device18,2677.0%
Total261,105100.0%

Internet Access in Louisville

Internet Access in Louisville
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet4230.2%
Broadband Home187,16871.7%
Cellular Data Only38,09714.6%
Satellite Internet13,6825.2%
No Internet29,50511.3%
Total261,105100.0%

Louisville Summary

Louisville, Kentucky is the largest city in the state and the county seat of Jefferson County. It is located on the Ohio River in north-central Kentucky, and is the principal city of the Louisville metropolitan area. Louisville is the home of the Kentucky Derby, the world’s most famous horse race, and the Louisville Slugger baseball bat.

History

Louisville was founded in 1778 by George Rogers Clark and named after King Louis XVI of France. It was the first city in Kentucky to be incorporated, and it quickly became a major port city. Louisville was a major center of the slave trade in the early 19th century, and it was the site of the first public library in the state.
The city was a major center of the Civil War, and it was the site of the Battle of Perryville in 1862. After the war, Louisville became a major industrial center, and it was the home of the Louisville and Nashville Railroad. The city was also the site of the first Kentucky Derby in 1875.

Geography

Louisville is located in north-central Kentucky, on the Ohio River. It is situated on a broad plain, with the Ohio River to the north and the Kentucky River to the south. The city is surrounded by rolling hills and is located in the Bluegrass region of the state.
The climate in Louisville is humid subtropical, with hot, humid summers and mild winters. The average annual temperature is around 60°F (15°C). The city receives an average of 44 inches (112 cm) of precipitation per year.

Economy

Louisville’s economy is largely based on manufacturing, healthcare, and logistics. The city is home to several major corporations, including Brown-Forman, Humana, and Yum! Brands. Louisville is also a major center for the automotive industry, with several major auto manufacturers having plants in the city.
The city is also home to several major universities, including the University of Louisville, Bellarmine University, and Spalding University. Louisville is also home to several major hospitals, including the University of Louisville Hospital and Norton Healthcare.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, Louisville had a population of 741,096. The city is racially diverse, with the largest racial groups being white (63.2%), African American (25.2%), and Hispanic or Latino (7.2%). The median household income in Louisville is $45,837, and the median home value is $133,400.
Louisville is home to several major religions, including Christianity, Judaism, and Islam. The city is also home to several major cultural institutions, including the Louisville Ballet, the Louisville Orchestra, and the Kentucky Opera.
Louisville is a major tourist destination, with attractions such as the Kentucky Derby, the Louisville Slugger Museum, and the Louisville Zoo. The city is also home to several major sports teams, including the Louisville Bats (minor league baseball), the Louisville Cardinals (NCAA Division I basketball), and the Louisville City FC (soccer).

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Louisville?
Total Population of Louisville is 629,176.
What is the Total Male Population of Louisville?
Total Male Population of Louisville is 307,201.
What is the Total Female Population of Louisville?
Total Female Population of Louisville is 321,975.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Louisville?
There are 95.41 Males per 100 Females in Louisville.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Louisville?
There are 104.81 Females per 100 Males in Louisville.
What is the Median Population Age in Louisville?
Median Population Age in Louisville is 37.9 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Louisville
Average Family Size in Louisville is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Louisville
Average Household Size in Louisville is 2.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Louisville?
Per Capita income in Louisville is $37,588.
What is the Median Family Income in Louisville?
Median Family Income in Louisville is $81,196.
What is the Median Household income in Louisville?
Median Household Income in Louisville is $63,114.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Louisville?
Income or Wage Gap in Louisville is 22.5%.
Women in Louisville earn 77.5 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Louisville?
Family Income Deficit in Louisville is $11,003.
Families that are below poverty line in Louisville earn $11,003 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Louisville?
Inequality or Gini Index in Louisville is 0.48.
How Large is the Labor Force in Louisville?
There are 332,707 People in the Labor Forcein in Louisville.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Louisville?
65.8% of People are in the Labor Force in Louisville.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Louisville?
Unemployment Rate in Louisville is 5.3%.