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

Latitude	38.263001
Longitude	-85.587871
Population	11,008
Density	1180.3 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Codes	40222, 40242
Area Code	502
County Seat	Louisville
School District	Jefferson County School District

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About Lyndon, Kentucky

Lyndon is a locality in Jefferson County, Kentucky, United States. It has a population of 11,008. The population density is 1180.3 people per km². Lyndon is located at 38.2630°N, 85.5879°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. Lyndon is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 40222, 40242.

Lyndon occupies a quiet expanse of land defined by the steady, persistent presence of the Middle Fork Beargrass Creek. It lies 2.1 miles east-northeast of St. Matthews, KY (from St. Matthews, KY: bearing 64°T), and is situated 8.6 miles east of Louisville. The landscape around Lyndon consists of gentle, inland terrain where the soil holds the deep, mineral character of the regional limestone. Residents often watch the light settle over the open fields at dusk, casting long, soft shadows across the grass. While the distant Appalachian Mountains remain a hazy suggestion on the far eastern horizon, the immediate surroundings provide a sense of grounded permanence. For those seeking a moment of stillness, the local Romara Place offers a small, quiet respite from the hum of the surrounding roads.

Lyndon grew from the agricultural rhythms of the nineteenth century, eventually evolving into a residential enclave that maintains a distinct, independent identity. The local economy shifted over time from traditional farming to a diverse mix of professional services and small-scale enterprise. Many people here rely on the proximity of larger commerce centers, yet they maintain a focus on their own neighborhood stability. The architecture reflects this transition, blending older, sturdy structures with the clean lines of modern suburban development. Life in Lyndon follows a predictable, measured cadence that prioritizes the comfort of home and the reliability of local business.

Cultural life in Lyndon centers on a shared appreciation for a stable, slow-moving pace that defines the Kentucky experience. The community values its local institutions, which serve as the primary anchors for social interaction and civic pride. While the area does not host massive, world-renowned spectacles, it provides a quiet backdrop for the private lives of its residents. Notably, the area has served as a place of residence for figures like the prominent journalist Diane Sawyer, whose career began in the broader regional landscape. Even with such connections, Lyndon remains focused on its own daily routines, ensuring that the character of the place remains firmly rooted in its own quiet, steady soil.

Nearby Outdoor Places

A.B. Sawyer (Local Park) — 0.3 mi, 108° E
A.B. Sawyer Greenway (Local Park) — 0.6 mi, 111° E
E.P. Tom Sawyer State Park (State Park) — 1.5 mi, 059° NE
Party Center (Attraction) — 1.9 mi, 133° SE
Woodlawn Race Course (Monument) — 2.3 mi, 271° W
Village 8 (Cinema) — 3.2 mi, 230° SW
Wolf Pen Corridor (Monument) — 4.1 mi, 013° N
Gallapalooza Horse Statue (Public Artwork) — 4.2 mi, 049° NE
Wolf Pen Branch Mill (Historic Ruins) — 4.5 mi, 356° N
Little Stonehenge (Monument) — 4.6 mi, 014° N
Bingo City (Attraction) — 4.9 mi, 203° SW
Blackacre State Nature Preserve (State Conservation Area) — 5.1 mi, 150° SE
Six Mile Island State Nature Preserve (State Conservation Area) — 5.3 mi, 312° NW
Walden theater (Theatre) — 5.8 mi, 263° W
WaterWorks Museum (Museum) — 6.3 mi, 281° W
Bingham Park (Attraction) — 6.6 mi, 268° W
Market Street line sign (Attraction) — 6.8 mi, 266° W
Garden Gateway Overlook - Beckley Creek Park (Viewpoint) — 6.8 mi, 106° E
Museum of the American Printing House for the Blind (Museum) — 6.9 mi, 267° W
Wyatt Center for the Arts (Theatre) — 7.0 mi, 245° SW
Norton Fine Arts Center (Arts Centre) — 7.0 mi, 245° SW
Colonel Sanders Museum (Museum) — 7.3 mi, 233° SW
Petting Zoo Area (Zoo / Wildlife Park) — 7.4 mi, 238° SW
Charlestown State Park (State Park) — 7.5 mi, 338° N
Hoosier National Forest (National Forest) — 40.7 mi, 285° W · 204k acres

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