Louisville, KY Housing Market & City Data

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Average City Rating
617,638
Population Estimate
$158,645
Median Home Value
94.0%
Employment Rate
29.9%
Bachelor's Degree+

Louisville City Reviews

Real experiences from people who call Louisville home.

5.0
(6 Reviews)

Kate Wetherby

Louisville is a growing and flourishing city with small town feels with each area of Louisville, but offers a ton of family and entertainment options for all. Derby, Thunder over Louisville, the many top rated restaurants and shopping are some of the best reasons. Louisville Floyds Forks park systems are great for hiking, kids water parks, and kayaking. Also, Cherokee park and the children's museum and science center, zoo offer a multitude of activities year round.

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Kristy Thompson

I was born and raised in Louisville. My favorite time of year is during the Kentucky Derby Festival that happens for 2 weeks before the Kentucky Derby and ends on Derby Day. Thunder over Louisville is the largest fireworks show in North America and there's always a top notch air show beforehand. Every day has events, from the parade to the Great Steamboat Race, it's a wonderful time to be in Louisville, Kentucky!

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Jennifer Leche

FIND A NEW YOU IN LOU. Visit our city virtually or in person to discover one of the countless reasons to plant your feet in Louisville, the River City. Below are some of the fun that our city offers - what makes you want to visit this border town between the north and south is entirely up to you! Golf Courses- plenty of courses including Valhalla Hotels in Louisville - why not try an air BNB to discover our unique hospitality Eat & Drink - more restaurants per capita than any city in the nation Louisville Bats Baseball - sit in the stands or lounge in the grass in the outfield Louisville Zoo - discover our unique Zoo or the caverns below for adventure for all ages Muhammad Ali Center - the GOAT heavy weight champion's center focused on human rights Public Art - you can find unique art all over our city, in the parks, in the architecture, on the streets Kentucky Derby - the first Saturday in May isn't the only day we celebrate - it's all month long Urban Bourbon Trail - from Downtown to Bardstown, the finish of our bourbon is outstanding Moving to Louisville is one of the best decisions you'll make. The next best decision is to call me to help you find the home of your dreams!

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Jessica Barkley

If you want all of the amenities of a big city but within 30 minutes of countryside & forests, Louisville should be your next home. We're the Possibility City because anyone can make it here. I'm a Louisville native & would love to show you around!

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Michael Higdon

"It's a big small town"! As a native Louisvillian of 50 years I've heard that over 100 times from friends, locals, business associates and even clients that have lived here for a period of time. From the local food (it's all fantastic) to the thriving bourbon industry...you'll never have a hard time pleasing your taste buds. For those looking to purchase a home in this fine town, the housing market has a wide variety and something for everyone. The traditional and flare of the Highlands to the suburb areas of Anchorage and Lake Forest. There is so much to take in and offer. Let me be your guide!

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Emily LaPlante

Louisville is home! It is family. There is an overwhelming support for one another. Louisville likes to throw parties!! We love community!! The entertainment the city offers is bar none. Food and shopping are excellent. We have award winning chefs and 5 star quality restaurants. The real estate market is affordable and the properties are beautiful! Make Louisville your home and make me your Agent!

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Housing & Demographic Overview

Key insights about the community

Data as of October 2026

HOUSING DATA (October 2026)

Median Price per SqFt$171
Median Listing Price$278,750
Median Days on Market39
Active Listings2432
New Listings1036
Total Listings (Active + Pending)3387
Avg Listing Price$338,820
Avg Listing Price Change MoM-1%
Avg Listing Price Change YoY1%

HOUSEHOLD OVERVIEW

Family Size3.13
Family Dual Income51.9
Median Household Income$53,436
Median Individual Income$29,935
Home Ownership60.1%
Home Value$158,645
Median Rent$846
Rent Burden31.0%
Poverty15.9%

EDUCATION, GENDER & MARITAL STATUS

EDUCATION

  • No Highschool Degree or GED10.4%
  • Highschool Education28.6%
  • Some College31.0%
  • Bachelors Degree17.9%
  • Graduate Degree12.0%
  • Total College or Above29.9%
  • Stem Degree40.7%

GENDER BREAKDOWN

  • Male48.5%
  • Female51.5%

MARITAL STATUS

  • Married42.1%
  • Divorced15.5%
  • Never Married36.3%
  • Widowed6.1%

CITY DATA & AGE BREAKDOWN

CITY DATA

CityLouisville
State IDKY
Population617,638

AGE BREAKDOWN

Age Group% of Population
Under 1825.0%
19–2914.5%
30–3913.2%
40–4912.5%
Age Group% of Population
50–5913.4%
60–6911.6%
70–796.0%
80+3.8%

WORKFORCE, ETHNICITY & OTHER

WORKFORCE

Labor Force Participation65.2%
Unemployment Rate6.0%
Disabled14.8%

ETHNICITY

White69.9%
Black23.6%
Asian2.7%
Native American0.2%
Pacific Islander0.1%
Other1.0%
Multiple2.6%

OTHER

Hispanic5.6%
Limited English2.8%
Health Uninsured5.4%
Veteran7.7%

Local Discussions

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  4. Is it better to buy or rent a home in Louisville, KY?

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  5. What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Louisville, KY?

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  6. How much income do you need to buy a house in Louisville, KY?

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  7. How much are property taxes on a home in Louisville, KY?

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  8. What are the best neighborhoods in Louisville, KY for first-time home buyers?

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  9. What is it like to live in Louisville, KY?

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