Woodlawn Park, Kentucky facts for kids
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Woodlawn Park, Kentucky
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Location of Woodlawn Park in Jefferson County, Kentucky
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 Woodlawn Park, Kentucky
Location in Kentucky
Woodlawn Park, Kentucky
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States | ||
| State | Kentucky | ||
| County | Jefferson | ||
| Area | |||
| • Total | 0.24 sq mi (0.63 km2) | ||
| • Land | 0.24 sq mi (0.63 km2) | ||
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) | ||
| Elevation | 541 ft (165 m) | ||
| Population
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| • Total | 947 | ||
| • Density | 3,913.22/sq mi (1,509.34/km2) | ||
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) | ||
| ZIP Code |
40207
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| FIPS code | 21-84576 | ||
| GNIS feature ID | 2405786 | ||
Woodlawn Park is a small city in Jefferson County, Kentucky, United States. It is known as a "home rule-class city." This means it has the power to manage its own local government and laws. In 2020, about 947 people lived there.
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Discovering Woodlawn Park's Past
Woodlawn Park has an interesting history connected to horse racing.
The Famous Woodlawn Race Course
The area where Woodlawn Park now stands was once home to the Woodlawn Race Course. This race track opened in 1859. It quickly became very famous across the country.
However, the race course closed after the Civil War. This was a big war in the United States from 1861 to 1865.
The Story of the Woodlawn Vase
A well-known horse breeder named R. A. Alexander played a key role. He bought the land for the National Racing Association. He even hired Tiffany's, a famous jewelry company, to design a special trophy.
This trophy was called the Woodlawn Vase. It was used in 1861 and 1862. During the Civil War, the vase was buried to keep it safe. Today, the original Woodlawn Vase is the winner's trophy at the Preakness Stakes. This is one of the biggest horse races in the U.S. A copy of the vase is given to the winner each year.
When Woodlawn Park Became a City
Woodlawn Park officially became an incorporated city on March 10, 1955. This means it gained its own local government.
Where is Woodlawn Park Located?
Woodlawn Park is in the northeastern part of Jefferson County. It is surrounded by other communities.
Neighboring Cities and Towns
- To the north, you'll find Windy Hills.
- To the west is St. Matthews.
- To the south, it borders Beechwood Village.
- To the east, it touches the larger combined area of Louisville and Jefferson County.
Major Roads Nearby
Interstate 264, a major highway, runs just east of Woodlawn Park. This makes it easy to travel to and from the city.
How Big is Woodlawn Park?
According to the United States Census Bureau, Woodlawn Park covers a total area of about 0.24 square miles (0.63 square kilometers). All of this area is land, with no water.
Who Lives in Woodlawn Park?
The city's population has changed over the years.
Population Changes Over Time
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1960 | 1,137 | — | |
| 1970 | 1,237 | 8.8% | |
| 1980 | 1,052 | −15.0% | |
| 1990 | 1,099 | 4.5% | |
| 2000 | 1,033 | −6.0% | |
| 2010 | 942 | −8.8% | |
| 2020 | 947 | 0.5% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
In 2000, there were 1,033 people living in Woodlawn Park. By 2010, the population had decreased slightly to 942. However, it grew a little to 947 people by 2020.
A Look at the Community (2000 Census)
In 2000, there were 428 households in the city. A household is a group of people living together. Out of these, 312 were families.
Most of the people living in Woodlawn Park were White (97.58%). There were also small percentages of African American (0.97%) and Asian (0.77%) residents. About 0.68% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
Families and Age Groups
- About 29.7% of households had children under 18 living with them.
- Most households (60.7%) were married couples living together.
- The average household had 2.41 people.
- The average family had 2.89 people.
The population had a mix of ages:
- 22.0% were under 18 years old.
- 31.6% were between 25 and 44 years old.
- 18.1% were 65 years or older.
The median age in the city was 40 years.
Understanding Income in Woodlawn Park
In 2000, the median income for a household was $55,000 per year. For families, the median income was $61,016. The "median" means half of the households earned more, and half earned less.
The per capita income for the city was $27,446. This is the average income per person. A very small number of families (1.3%) and people (1.6%) lived below the poverty line.
See also
In Spanish: Woodlawn Park (Kentucky) para niños
