Graymoor-Devondale, Kentucky facts for kids
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Graymoor-Devondale, Kentucky
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Location of Graymoor-Devondale in Jefferson County, Kentucky
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 Graymoor-Devondale, Kentucky
Location in Kentucky
Graymoor-Devondale, Kentucky
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kentucky |
| County | Jefferson |
| Named for | two predecessor cities |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.74 sq mi (1.91 km2) |
| • Land | 0.74 sq mi (1.91 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 591 ft (180 m) |
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| • Total | 2,853 |
| • Density | 3,871.10/sq mi (1,494.04/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP Code |
40222
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| FIPS code | 21-32523 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2403731 |
Graymoor-Devondale is a city in Jefferson County, Kentucky, United States. It is known as a "home rule-class city," which means it has the power to manage its own local affairs. This city was formed when two older cities, Graymoor and Devondale, decided to join together. In 2020, the city had a population of 2,853 people.
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Where is Graymoor-Devondale?
Graymoor-Devondale is located in the northeastern part of Jefferson County. It shares borders with several other communities. To the southeast, you'll find Lyndon. To the south is St. Matthews. On its western side is Windy Hills.
The city is also bordered by Crossgate to the northwest and Bancroft to the north. The larger area of Louisville/Jefferson County surrounds it from the northwest, north, and northeast.
How big is the city?
The western edge of Graymoor-Devondale is next to Interstate 264. You can get into the city from Exit 21 (Westport Road) or Exit 22 (U.S. Route 42). The center of Downtown Louisville is about 8 miles (13 km) to the west.
According to the United States Census Bureau, Graymoor-Devondale covers a total area of about 0.74 square miles (1.9 square kilometers). Almost all of this area is land, with only a tiny amount of water.
A Look at Graymoor-Devondale's Past
The city of Graymoor-Devondale was created when two separate cities, Devondale and Graymoor, merged. Both of these original cities were named after local farms.
How Devondale Started
Devondale became an official city around 1958. It was named after a farm in the area.
How Graymoor Started
Graymoor was also named after a local farm. This farm, in turn, got its name from a monastery called the Society of the Atonement in Garrison, New York. Graymoor officially became a city on November 17, 1959. It also included a nearby neighborhood called Woodstock.
The Cities Join Together
Graymoor and Devondale decided to merge on November 6, 1985. They officially became one city on November 23, 1987. This merger was important because it allowed the new city to become a "4th-class city" in 1992. This status gave them more control over how land was used and developed, especially around the Westport Road and Herr Lane intersection.
Who Lives in Graymoor-Devondale?
Understanding the population of a city helps us learn about the people who live there.
Population Changes Over Time
The number of people living in Graymoor-Devondale has stayed fairly steady over the years:
- 1990: 2,911 people
- 2000: 2,925 people
- 2010: 2,870 people
- 2020: 2,853 people
A Snapshot of the Community
In 2000, there were 2,925 people living in Graymoor-Devondale. There were 1,134 households, which are groups of people living together in one home. Out of these, 742 were families.
The city had 1,157 housing units, like houses or apartments. Most of the people living in the city were White (about 90%). There were also African American (about 5%), Asian (about 2.4%), Native American, and other groups. About 1.7% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
Households and Families
About 27.6% of households had children under 18 living with them. More than half (53.3%) were married couples. About 9.7% of households were led by a single mother. Many households (31.2%) were made up of people living alone.
The average household had 2.28 people, and the average family had 2.86 people.
Age Groups
The population of Graymoor-Devondale includes people of all ages:
- About 19.8% were under 18 years old.
- About 5.3% were between 18 and 24 years old.
- About 23.0% were between 25 and 44 years old.
- About 21.6% were between 45 and 64 years old.
- About 30.4% were 65 years or older.
The median age in the city was 46 years old. This means half the people were younger than 46, and half were older.
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Location of Graymoor-Devondale in Jefferson County, Kentucky
