Anchorage Kentucky Map
Anchorage, Kentucky — interactive Google street map, satellite and terrain views, Street View, live National Weather Service conditions and 7-day forecasts, real-time local and world news, and an editorial description of Anchorage, Jefferson County.
Interactive Map of Anchorage, Kentucky
| City | Anchorage |
| State | Kentucky (KY) |
| County | Jefferson |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Eastern Time (America/New_York) |
| Latitude | 38.266737 |
| Longitude | -85.533016 |
| Population | 2,506 |
| Density | 315.9 /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
About Anchorage, Kentucky
Anchorage is a locality in Jefferson County, Kentucky, United States. It has a population of approximately 2,506. The population density is 315.9 people per km². Anchorage is located at 38.2667°N, 85.5330°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 40223.
Anchorage, a place of quiet dignity, unfolds across a landscape shaped by the gentle breath of the Ohio River Valley. It lies 5.3 miles north-north-east of Jeffersontown, KY (from Jeffersontown, KY: bearing 19°T), and is situated 5.8 miles east-north-east of St. Matthews. Rolling hills, cloaked in a vibrant green that deepens to an almost indigo hue in the twilight, cradle the community. Mature oaks and maples, their branches reaching like ancient arms, cast dappled patterns on the winding lanes where well-kept homes sit back from the road, their porches often adorned with the soft glow of evening lamps. The air here carries the faint, sweet scent of honeysuckle after a summer rain, a subtle perfume that clings to the humid air. Creeks, mere whispers of water in the drier months, swell with life after a downpour, their banks lined with ferns and mosses, their murmur a constant, low hum beneath the chatter of birds. The history of Anchorage is intrinsically linked to the fertile soil and the proximity of waterways that once facilitated trade and travel, though its character today speaks more of cultivated tranquility than boisterous commerce. Once part of larger agricultural estates, it evolved into a sought-after residential enclave, attracting those who valued its serene environment and its connection to the broader Louisville metropolitan area. While no grand factories define its skyline, a quiet hum of local entrepreneurship exists, supporting the needs of its residents and contributing to a sense of self-sufficiency. The community’s distinctive charm lies in its preservation of architectural heritage and its commitment to maintaining a high quality of life, fostering a palpable sense of belonging that resonates with every resident and visitor who discovers its enduring appeal.
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About This Anchorage Map Page
This page provides an interactive Google map of Anchorage, Kentucky with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Anchorage and Jefferson County. Coordinates and population data are also included.
Location data for Anchorage is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity, not name matching alone — ensuring the correct Anchorage is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states.
| Page generated | June 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. Location verified by proximity — not name matching alone. |
