Fairdale, Louisville facts for kids
Fairdale is a community located in southern Jefferson County, Kentucky, United States. It used to be a special area called a "census-designated place," which means it was a specific spot where the government counted people. In 2003, Fairdale became part of the big city of Louisville when Louisville and Jefferson County joined together. Now, Fairdale is a neighborhood within Louisville. Its ZIP Code is 40118.
Fairdale is also protected by the Fairdale Fire Protection District, which helps keep the community and nearby areas safe, including the large Jefferson Memorial Forest.
Where is Fairdale?
Fairdale is located in the southern part of Jefferson County. You can find it at these map coordinates: 38°06′18″N 85°45′32″W / 38.1051°N 85.7589°W.
The area of Fairdale is about 14.84 square kilometers (or 5.73 square miles). All of this area is land.
Fairdale's Weather
The weather in Fairdale has hot and humid summers. Winters are usually mild, meaning not too cold. This type of weather is called a "humid subtropical climate."
People of Fairdale
Fairdale has been home to many people over the years. Here's how the population has changed:
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2000 7,658 |
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In the year 2000, there were 7,658 people living in Fairdale. These people lived in 2,948 homes, and 2,154 of those were families.
Many different people live in Fairdale. In 2000, most residents were White, but there were also people from Black or African American, Native American, Asian, and other backgrounds. Some residents were also of Hispanic or Latino heritage.
About 36 out of every 100 homes had children under 18 living there. The community has a mix of ages, with a good number of young people, adults, and seniors. The average age in Fairdale in 2000 was 33 years old.
Education
Fairdale has a lending library where you can borrow books and other materials. It's a branch of the Louisville Free Public Library.
