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Middletown, KY

Middletown is an independent, home rule-class city in Jefferson County, Kentucky, United States, and a suburb of Louisville. The population was 7,218 at the 2010 census. The city is also home to the main campus of the largest church in the state (and one of the country's largest Protestant churches), the Southeast Christian Church.

The City of Middletown was originally incorporated in 1797 by the Jefferson County Court on 500 acres of land lying on a branch of the forks of Beargrass Creek that originally belonged to Jacob Meyers and Culberth Harrison. Though there is no recorded explanation why the city was named Middletown, it is commonly believed that that name was chosen because the town was in the "middle" of the two older cities of Louisville which was founded June 24, 1778, and Shelbyville, which was founded December 20, 1792. In 1871 the Kentucky General Assembly amended the original charter to increase Middletown's boundaries.

After failing to hold elections and collect taxes after 1919, Circuit Judge McCauley Smith dissolved the city's charter on July 26, 1960, and Middletown lost its 163-year-old city status. The city's charter was restored as a sixth-class city on August 7, 1976, with a commission form of government. On July 15, 1982, this was upgraded to the status of a fourth-class city.

Middletown is located in northeast Jefferson County, Kentucky near Louisville, Kentucky.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 5.10 square miles (13.2 km2), of which 5.04 square miles (13.1 km2) is land and 0.061 square miles (0.16 km2) (1.20%) is water.

As of the census of 2010, there were 7,218 people, 3,292 households, and 1,966 families living in the city. The population density was 1,414.9 inhabitants per square mile (546.3/km2). There were 3,547 housing units at an average density of 695.3 per square mile (268.5/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 87.1% White (85.1% non-Hispanic), 7.1% African American, 0.11% Native American or Alaska Native, 2.8% Asian, 0.07% Pacific Islander, 0.87% from other races, and 1.9% from two or more races. Hispanics or Latinos of any race were 3.2% of the population.

Middletown focuses on health and wellness. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs the Middletown Parks and Recreation Department offers. These spaces provide opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, jogging, sports, and picnicking. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include Planet Fitness, Crunch Fitness, and Orangetheory Gym. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Middletown, such as Berrytown Park and Crosby Park. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

Top sites in Middletown, KY are Xscape Theatres Blankenbaker 16, Malibu Jack's Louisville, Louisville Mega Cavern, and Breakout Games - Louisville.

Population: 9,630 (2023). ZIP codes: 40243, 40253. Area code(s): 502. Area: 5.10 square miles (13.2 km2). Elevation: 705 ft.

FAQs

Is Middletown KY a good place to live?

Middletown is in Jefferson County and is one of the best places to live in Kentucky. Living in Middletown offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Middletown, there are a lot of parks.

What are the demographics of Middletown, Kentucky?

Middletown, KY is home to a population of 9.59k people, of which 97.9% are citizens. As of 2022, 7.5% of Middletown, KY residents were born outside of the country (720 people). In 2022, there were 9.94 times more White (Non-Hispanic) residents (7.74k people) in Middletown, KY than any other race or ethnicity. There were 779 Black or African American (Non-Hispanic) and 660 Asian (Non-Hispanic) residents, the second and third most common ethnic groups.

What is the history of Middletown KY?

The City of Middletown was originally incorporated in 1797 by the Jefferson County Court on 500 acres of land lying on a branch of the forks of Beargrass Creek that originally belonged to Jacob Meyers and Culberth Harrison. Though there is no recorded explanation why the city was named Middletown, it is commonly believed that that name was chosen because the town was in the "middle" of the two older cities of Louisville which was founded June 24, 1778, and Shelbyville, which was founded December 20, 1792. In 1871 the Kentucky General Assembly amended the original charter to increase Middletown's boundaries.

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City of Middletown 

Planet Fitness

Crunch Fitness 

Orangetheory Gym

Berrytown Park 

Crosby Park

Xscape Theatres Blankenbaker 16 

Malibu Jack's Louisville

Louisville Mega Cavern 

Breakout Games - Louisville

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