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City	Jeffersontown
State	Kentucky (KY)
County	Jefferson County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Eastern Time (America/New_York)

Latitude	38.205547
Longitude	-85.569661
Population	28,474
Density	1062.9 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	40299
Area Code	502
County Seat	Louisville
School District	Jefferson County School District

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About Jeffersontown, Kentucky

Jeffersontown is a locality in Jefferson County, Kentucky, United States. It has a population of 28,474. The population density is 1062.9 people per km². Jeffersontown is located at 38.2055°N, 85.5697°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. Jeffersontown is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 40299.

Jeffersontown occupies a landscape defined by the quiet persistence of the Chenoweth Run, which meanders through the terrain with a steady, unhurried purpose. It lies 4.8 miles south-southeast of Lyndon, KY (from Lyndon, KY: bearing 155°T), and is situated 5.2 miles southeast of St. Matthews. Matthews. The earth here holds the deep, cool moisture of the interior, supporting a verdant sprawl that stretches toward the distant, hazy silhouette of the Appalachian Mountains on the far horizon. Residents often find respite at the Jeffersontown Community Center, a central hub where the community gathers against a backdrop of limestone-rich soil and soft, expansive skies. Tucker Lake lies only two miles away, offering a tranquil mirror for the changing Kentucky light as it shifts from the pale gold of morning to the bruised purples of dusk. Beyond the immediate reach of the suburbs, the Jefferson County Memorial Forest provides a dense, wooded refuge that anchors the regional character in the wilder roots of the land.

Early settlers carved a life out of this fertile ground, recognizing the potential of the area’s favorable position for trade and agricultural expansion. Through the passage of decades, the local economy shifted from agrarian foundations to a diverse network of commerce, light manufacturing, and professional services that sustain the modern vitality of Jeffersontown. The industrious spirit of the region is reflected in the well-tended businesses and office parks that now share space with legacy architecture, bridging the gap between old-world labor and contemporary enterprise. This economic evolution has ensured that the streets remain busy with the steady hum of daily commerce. The legacy of these industrious pioneers remains visible in the thoughtful way the town continues to organize its growth around the core of its original settlement.

Cultural life in Jeffersontown is defined by an enduring sense of neighborly connection, punctuated by seasonal events that bring the populace together under the wide, open sky. The town celebrates its identity through gatherings that honor local traditions, fostering a social climate that feels both grounded and welcoming to the traveler. While the region is modest in its claims, it maintains a distinct personality shaped by the interplay of limestone bedrock and the steady rhythms of the Upper South. Notable individuals such as the acclaimed author Sue Grafton have drawn inspiration from this specific corner of Kentucky, infusing their work with the authentic textures of the local environment. Jeffersontown remains a place where the pace of life reflects the steady, flowing nature of the surrounding landscape, providing a quiet consistency in a rapidly changing world.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Skyview Park (Local Park) — 0.3 mi, 109° E
Gaslight Lamp (Public Artwork) — 0.9 mi, 153° SE
Confederate Martyrs Monument (Monument) — 1.0 mi, 177° S
Veterans Memorial Park (Local Park) — 1.2 mi, 140° SE
Tri Ân Monument (Monument) — 1.4 mi, 143° SE
Blackacre State Nature Preserve (State Conservation Area) — 1.6 mi, 111° E
Party Center (Attraction) — 2.7 mi, 009° N
Bingo City (Attraction) — 3.0 mi, 260° W
Village 8 (Cinema) — 3.9 mi, 299° NW
Parklands of Floyds Fork (Local Conservation Area) — 4.5 mi, 118° SE
E.P. Tom Sawyer State Park (State Park) — 4.8 mi, 004° N
Woodlawn Race Course (Monument) — 5.2 mi, 321° NW
Garden Gateway Overlook - Beckley Creek Park (Viewpoint) — 6.0 mi, 069° E
Colonel Sanders Museum (Museum) — 6.8 mi, 266° W
Gorilla Sanctuary (Attraction) — 7.2 mi, 271° W
Pygmy Hippo Area (Attraction) — 7.2 mi, 271° W
Petting Zoo Area (Zoo / Wildlife Park) — 7.2 mi, 270° W
Louisville zoo (Zoo / Wildlife Park) — 7.4 mi, 270° W
Wyatt Center for the Arts (Theatre) — 7.4 mi, 278° W
Norton Fine Arts Center (Arts Centre) — 7.4 mi, 278° W
Butterfly Garden (Nature Reserve) — 7.4 mi, 271° W
Walden theater (Theatre) — 7.5 mi, 295° NW
Wolf Pen Branch Mill (Historic Ruins) — 8.6 mi, 351° N
Charlestown State Park (State Park) — 11.6 mi, 341° N

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