Beechmont Kentucky Map

About Beechmont, Kentucky

Beechmont is a locality in Jefferson County, Kentucky, United States. Beechmont is located at 38.1817°N, 85.7622°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 42323.

Beechmont unfolds across a landscape shaped by the gentle, rolling hills of Jefferson County, where mature trees, their leaves catching the afternoon sun in shifting patterns, cast long shadows across winding lanes. It lies 5.0 miles south of Louisville, KY (from Louisville, KY: bearing 182°T), and is situated 6.8 miles south-south-west of Jeffersonville. The terrain here is a subtle dance of elevation, not dramatic but persistent, suggesting a place that has settled comfortably into its contours. A quiet hum of suburban life permeates the air, a blend of children's laughter echoing from hidden backyards and the distant, low thrum of traffic on arterial roads, a testament to Beechmont's enduring appeal as a haven. The air itself, especially in the humid embrace of summer evenings, carries a faint, sweet scent of mown grass and blooming honeysuckle, a perfume unique to these well-kept neighborhoods. This particular stretch of Kentucky has a history intertwined with the growth of Louisville, serving as a desirable residential area that blossomed in the mid-20th century. While not a hub of heavy industry, Beechmont’s local economy has long been supported by its proximity to the larger city, providing a base for professionals and families who appreciate its leafy streets and established character. The neighborhood’s charm lies in its blend of architectural styles, from modest mid-century ranches to more stately homes, each telling a story of generations who have called Beechmont home. The presence of older, established parks, with their sturdy oaks and shaded picnic areas, speaks to a community that values green spaces and simple pleasures, a quiet tradition that continues to define the rhythm of life in Beechmont.

About This Beechmont Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Beechmont, Kentucky — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 38.181737, -85.762184. 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 Beechmont and Jefferson County.

Detailed location data for Beechmont includes the ZIP code (40214), telephone area code (502, 270), county seat of Jefferson County (Louisville), and school district assignment (Muhlenberg County School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Beechmont is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.