The crime statistics for Kentucky indicate a lower rate of both property and violent crimes compared to national averages. The property crime rate is 1,212 per 100,000 residents, which is 21.6% lower than the national rate of 1,547. Violent crime stands at 198.5 per 100,000, showing a 39% decrease from the national average of 325.3.
Violent crime: 198.5 per 100k vs. national 325.3, down 11% since 2022
Property crime: 1,212 per 100k vs. national 1,547, down 19.5% since 2022
Notable trend: Homicide rate decreased by 63.8% since 2022
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (state-level summarized data for Kentucky).
Schools & Higher Ed
Access to education in the region includes a total of 24 postsecondary institutions, with 23 offering College Scorecard data. Notable options include:
Bellarmine University
Jefferson Community and Technical College
Galen College of Nursing-Louisville
American College of Barbering
ATA College
Source: ArcGIS Postsecondary School Locations (NCES) + College Scorecard (ED).
Weather & Getting Outside
Jefferson County experiences an annual rainfall of about 44.6 inches, spread over 116 rainy days. Snowfall averages just 1.7 inches per year, with around 14 snow days. For outdoor activities, there are several parks and attractions nearby:
Waterfront Park - 4.7 stars (7,229 reviews)
Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory - 4.8 stars (12,581 reviews)
Kentucky Derby Museum - 4.7 stars (5,393 reviews)
Iroquois Park - 4.6 stars (4,734 reviews)
Source: NOAA Climate Data Online, Google Places.
Jobs & the Local Economy
In Jefferson County, the unemployment rate stands at 3.3%, with a labor force of 398,086 people. There are approximately 384,791 employed individuals in the county, indicating a stable job market.
Unemployment rate: 3.3% (December 2025)
Labor force: 398,086
Employed: 384,791
Source: BLS Local Area Unemployment Statistics (LAUS).
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Who regulates Louisville interstate movers?
Louisville moving companies are required to be registered with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) if they perform interstate moves. No matter if it is a moving company or a broker, they should have a valid DOT number. You can look up a mover here.
Agency: United States Department of Transportation Address: 1200 New Jersey Ave, SE, Washington DC 20590 Phone: (855) 368-4200 Website: www.fmcsa.dot.gov
Let's see how many people move within Kentucky versus those who moved from Bluegrass State to another state.
Moved Within KY 30%
Moved out of KY 70%
The statistics show that more people have moved out of Kentucky (interstate moves: 70%) than they have done within the boundaries of the state (intrastate moves: 30%).
Kentucky’s motto “United we stand, divided we fall” should give you a good idea of what you should do next – unite your efforts with a top-rated long-distance mover for a highly successful house move.
Who regulates Kentucky local movers
If you are moving your household goods from your home to a new location within the state of Kentucky, your mover must be licensed by the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet, Division of Motor Carriers (KYTC). Licensed movers are subject to state laws and the Cabinet’s rules and regulations, which protect the consumer. Movers licensed by the KYTC must carry a minimum amount of cargo insurance and file a tariff which contains the rates charged for various moving services and is available to the public.
Agency: Kentucky Transportation Cabinet, Division of Motor Carriers Address: 200 Mero Street, Frankfort, KY 40622 Phone: (502) 564-1257 Website: drive.ky.gov
If you cannot resolve your dispute with the mover, you should contact the KYTC. The Cabinet’s Division of Motor Carriers is engaged to investigate written complaints against motor carriers.
What do people move within Kentucky?
Ever wondered which are the most popular move sizes when people move locally in KY?
Sometimes movers in nearby cities like
New Albany, Georgetown and Ramsey can also handle your move. Here is a list of other cities closest to Louisville, KY sorted by distance:
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