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Louisville, KY vs Madisonville, KY
Louisville, KY vs Madisonville, KY: What the data shows
Louisville, KY is in Louisville, KY while Madisonville, KY is in Madisonville, KY — both in the same state. On home prices, Madisonville, KY is the more affordable option at $143,100 median — $146,000 less than Louisville, KY's $289,100. WYLT rates Louisville, KY as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing — and Madisonville, KY as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing.
Madisonville, KY has the stronger safety profile of the two. Louisville, KY has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. Madisonville, KY has Low violent crime and Low property crime. On environmental risk, Louisville, KY has Low flood risk and Madisonville, KY has Low flood risk.
Louisville, KY is the more walkable neighborhood. Louisville, KY scores 40/100 (mostly car-dependent) versus Madisonville, KY's 15/100 (car-dependent). For families weighing school quality, Madisonville, KY has the higher school rating — Louisville, KY rates 6.7/10 and Madisonville, KY rates 7/10.
| Category | Louisville, KY | Madisonville, KY |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Verdict | Think twice | Think twice |
| Median Price | $289K | $143K ✓ Lower price |
| Median Rent | $1K | $844 ✓ Lower rent |
| Median Income | $65K ✓ Higher income | $54K |
| Price Volatility | Low | Low |
| Getting Around | ||
| Walk Score | 40/100 ✓ More walkable | 15/100 |
| Transit Score | 10/100 ✓ Better transit | Minimal transit |
| Bike Score | 57/100 ✓ More bikeable | N/A |
| Commute | N/A | N/A |
| Safety & Environment | ||
| Safety Grade | D+ | A ✓ Safer |
| Violent Crime | Moderate | Low ✓ Lower risk |
| Property Crime | Moderate | Low ✓ Lower risk |
| Flood Risk | Low | Low |
| Air Quality | Moderate | Moderate |
| Community | ||
| Schools | 6.7/10 | 7/10 ✓ Better schools |
| Best for | Young ProfessionalsFirst‑time HomebuyersStudents | affordable housing seekerssmall‑town familiesremote workers who can work from home |
Bottom line
Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.
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