Barbourmeade Kentucky Map
Barbourmeade, 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 Barbourmeade, Jefferson County.
Interactive Map of Barbourmeade, Kentucky
| City | Barbourmeade |
| State | Kentucky (KY) |
| County | Jefferson |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Eastern Time (America/New_York) |
| Latitude | 38.297292 |
| Longitude | -85.603294 |
| Population | 1,247 |
| Density | 1180.3 /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
About Barbourmeade, Kentucky
Barbourmeade is a locality in Jefferson County, Kentucky, United States. It has a population of approximately 1,247. The population density is 1180.3 people per km². Barbourmeade is located at 38.2973°N, 85.6033°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 40242.
Barbourmeade unfolds across a landscape of gentle swells and shallow valleys, a verdant quilt stitched by meandering creeks and bordered by the hushed, ancient woods of Jefferson County. It lies 7.4 miles east of Jeffersonville, IN (from Jeffersonville, IN: bearing 79°T), and is situated 9.0 miles east-north-east of Louisville. The air here, especially after a summer rain, carries the earthy scent of damp soil and the faint sweetness of honeysuckle, a perfume that clings to the winding lanes and well-tended lawns. Oak and maple trees, their branches heavy with years, cast dappled shadows that shift and play across the quiet streets, lending a timeless quality to the afternoon light. The houses, a mix of sturdy brick and welcoming clapboard, seem to settle into the land, their porches often adorned with potted ferns and wicker chairs, inviting a moment of repose. The story of Barbourmeade is one woven from threads of agrarian roots and a quiet pursuit of community. Historically, this land was part of the broader agricultural tapestry of Kentucky, with the fertile soil supporting farms that fed the growing region. Today, while remnants of that agricultural past can still be glimpsed in the wider expanse of Jefferson County, Barbourmeade itself thrives on a more contemporary blend of residential life and a measured pace that allows for a deep appreciation of its surroundings. The local economy, while not defined by a single dominant industry, benefits from the proximity to larger urban centers, allowing its residents to engage in a diverse range of professions while enjoying the tranquility of their distinct locality. Its character is one of unpretentious charm, a place where the rhythm of daily life is marked by the rustle of leaves and the distant chime of school bells, rather than the clamor of commerce.
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About This Barbourmeade Map Page
This page provides an interactive Google map of Barbourmeade, 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 Barbourmeade and Jefferson County. Coordinates and population data are also included.
Location data for Barbourmeade 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 Barbourmeade 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. |
