Meadow Vale, Kentucky facts for kids
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Meadow Vale, Kentucky
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Location of Meadow Vale in Jefferson County, Kentucky
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 Meadow Vale, Kentucky
Location in Kentucky
Meadow Vale, Kentucky
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kentucky |
| County | Jefferson |
| Incorporated | 1967 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.22 sq mi (0.57 km2) |
| • Land | 0.22 sq mi (0.57 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 659 ft (201 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 730 |
| • Density | 3,333.33/sq mi (1,288.95/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP Code |
40242
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| FIPS code | 21-51258 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2405057 |
Meadow Vale is a small city located in Jefferson County, Kentucky, in the United States. It is known as a "home rule-class city," which means it has its own local government to make decisions for its residents. In 2020, about 730 people lived in Meadow Vale.
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History of Meadow Vale
The area where Meadow Vale now stands was once covered by farms growing wheat and hay. In 1963, a new neighborhood called the Meadow Vale subdivision was built there. Just four years later, in 1967, Meadow Vale officially became a city. By December of that same year, it grew even larger by adding about 100 more homes.
Geography and Location
Meadow Vale is found in the northeastern part of Jefferson County. It shares borders with other nearby communities. To the northwest is Rolling Hills, and to the southwest is Meadowbrook Farm. All other sides of Meadow Vale are surrounded by the larger area of Louisville/Jefferson County.
Nearby Attractions
The center of Downtown Louisville is about 11 miles (18 km) southwest of Meadow Vale. A popular place nearby is E.P. "Tom" Sawyer Park, which is located just east of the city. A major road, Hurstbourne Parkway, was extended through Meadow Vale in 1994, making it easier to travel around the area.
Land Area
According to the United States Census Bureau, Meadow Vale covers a total area of about 0.22 square miles (0.57 square kilometers). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large bodies of water like lakes or rivers within the city limits.
Population and People
Meadow Vale is a small community with a steady population. Here's how the number of people living in the city has changed over the years:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1970 | 1,231 | — | |
| 1980 | 1,008 | −18.1% | |
| 1990 | 798 | −20.8% | |
| 2000 | 765 | −4.1% | |
| 2010 | 736 | −3.8% | |
| 2020 | 730 | −0.8% | |
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In 2000, there were 765 people living in Meadow Vale, making up 284 households. Many of these households (about 74%) were married couples living together. About 34% of households had children under 18 living with them. The average household had about 2.7 people.
The people living in Meadow Vale represent different age groups. In 2000, about 22.5% of the population was under 18 years old. About 16% of the residents were 65 years old or older. The average age of people in Meadow Vale was 44 years.
Economy and Shopping
Meadow Vale has a shopping center that serves the community. The Westport Plaza shopping center first opened in 1977. It originally had large stores like Kmart and A&P, which was a supermarket.
Local Businesses
Over the years, other businesses have been part of Westport Plaza. Today, Kroger is a main store there. The first location of El Nopal, a popular Mexican restaurant chain in the Kentuckiana area, was also in Westport Plaza. Another well-known restaurant was the Hungry Pelican, a seafood place that operated for many decades. It was famous for its large 150-gallon aquarium.
See also
In Spanish: Meadow Vale (Kentucky) para niños
