Louisville, KY
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 237,363 |
| Crime: | High |
| Cost of Living: | Low |
| Health Care: | Limited |
| Housing Price: | High |
| Income: | Low |
Geography
Louisville is in northern Kentucky, just across the Ohio River from Indiana
Cultural Attractions
There are several interesting museums in town, including the Muhammad Ali Center, which commemorates the career of the Louisville native.
Recreation
Louisville has thousands of acres of public parks, including some designed by landscape architect Frederick Law Olmstead. Of course, Kentucky is also known as horse country. The Kentucky Derby Museum at Churchill Downs in Louisville commemorates the history of horse racing.
Historical
Founded in 1778, Louisville is named for France's King Louis XVI.
Economy
Louisville is home to major corporations such as Yum! Brands (the parent company of Taco Bell and KFC). In addition, the city is a major hub for UPS shipping.
| Population [details] | 237,363 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 66.7% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 740.35 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 27.10% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 39.67 °F/20.5 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 87.58 °F/64.18 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 45.73 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 218 |
| Cost of living [details] | 92.9 |
| State sales tax | 6.00% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | Indianapolis (105.55 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | LOUISVILLE INTERNATIONAL-STANDIFORD FIELD (4.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Sporting events |
| Cultural activities | Charitable activities and contributions, Concerts, Cultural and art events, Family/Arts events, Gourmet food, Movie theaters, Museums, Religious activities, Wineries |
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