Updated Feb 18, 2026
KEY STATS
624K
Population
172 km2
Area
438 Mbps
Internet
142m
Elevation
Eastern Time Zone
Timezone
LOU (9km)
Airport
OVERVIEW
Bourbon distilleries line Louisville's Whiskey Row, where the spirit of Kentucky's bluegrass heritage meets lively festivals like the Kentucky Derby. Digital nomads appreciate the city's reliable high-speed internet, affordable co-working spaces, and mild four-season climate that keeps outdoor patios buzzing year-round. Dive into its creative scene, from farm-to-table dining to thriving indie music venues.
QUICK FACTS
Country
Kentucky
Region
Northern America
Population
624K
Timezone
Eastern Time Zone
Elevation
142 m
Airport
LOU
GPS
38.25, -85.76
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Tech
438 Mbps average download — faster than most capital cities worldwide
Travel
LOU airport just 9 km from the city center
A mid-sized city of 624,444 people
INFRASTRUCTURE
9,710 total POIs 56.6 per km²
Above avg per capita
Average
Below avg
Food & Drink
Restaurants
471
Cafes
116
Bars
142
Fast Food
430
Shopping
Supermarkets
51
Convenience
115
Shopping Malls
34
Healthcare
Hospitals
25
Clinics
92
Pharmacies
37
Education
Schools
227
Universities
48
Libraries
26
Recreation
Parks
317
Playgrounds
277
Sports
324
Cinemas
9
Museums
23
Theatres
26
Transport
Bus Stops
1,693
Train Stations
1
Fuel Stations
147
Services
Banks
130
ATMs
37
Post Offices
30
Police
13
Fire Stations
33
Source: DropThe Database | dropthe.org
INTERNET SPEED
438 Mbps
Download
279 Mbps
Upload
21ms
Latency
27,935
Tests
6,876
Devices
2025-Q4
Last updated
CLIMATE
Best time to visit: May - Sep
4°
J
5°
F
9°
M
14°
A
19°
M
23°
J
25°
J
23°
A
19°
S
14°
O
9°
N
5°
D
18-28 C ideal
Warm/Cool
Extreme
Year avg: 14.2 C Range: 3.8 - 24.5 C Rain: 1,230 mm/year Sunshine: 3,191 h/year
CITY SCORES
96.7
Nomad Index
B
Livability
37.5
Culture
57.5
Overall
AIRPORT
LOU
Bowman Field
9 km from center
Very close — ~14 min ride
FUN FACTS
By land area, it is the country's 24th-largest city; however, by population density, it is the 265th most dense city.
Louisville is the historical county seat and, since 2003, the nominal seat of Jefferson County, on the Indiana state line.
The consolidated government is officially called the Louisville/Jefferson County Metro Government, commonly known as Louisville Metro.
The Louisville metropolitan area, which includes 12 surrounding counties in Kentucky and Southern Indiana, has 1.39 million residents and is the 43rd-largest metropolitan area in the U.S.
Named after King Louis XVI of France, Louisville was founded in 1778 by George Rogers Clark, making it one of the oldest cities west of the Appalachians.
EXTERNAL LINKS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Louisville known for?
Bourbon distilleries line Louisville's Whiskey Row, where the spirit of Kentucky's bluegrass heritage meets lively festivals like the Kentucky Derby. Digital nomads appreciate the city's reliable high-speed internet, affordable co-working spaces, and mild four-season climate that keeps outdoor patios buzzing year-round. Dive into its creative scene, from farm-to-table dining to thriving indie music venues.
How fast is the internet in Louisville?
Louisville has an average download speed of 438 Mbps and upload speed of 279 Mbps, based on Ookla speed test data.
What is the weather like in Louisville?
Louisville has an average year-round temperature of approximately 14.2 degrees Celsius.
What airport serves Louisville?
Louisville is served by LOU (Bowman Field), approximately 9 km from the city center.
What is the population of Louisville?
The population of Louisville is approximately 624K.
What infrastructure does Louisville have?
Louisville has 9,710 mapped points of interest, including 471 restaurants, 25 hospitals, 227 schools.
What country is Louisville in?
Louisville is located in Kentucky.
