Median Age
40 Years
Largest Age Group
40-49 Years
Approximately 13% of Residents
Under 20
24%
Over 65
18%
Elizabethtown
Elizabethtown, KY Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,026
Population
32,361
Renter Mix
48% Rent
History and beauty blend in Elizabethtown
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Elizabethtown offers small-town appeal with convenient amenities that appeal to renters seeking a balanced lifestyle. Known locally as "E-town," this Kentucky community of over 31,000 residents provides housing options ranging from apartment communities to rental properties near the downtown square. Located along Interstate 65, just 45 minutes south of Louisville, Elizabethtown combines peaceful living with easy access to metropolitan areas.
The downtown area showcases the community's heritage, anchored by the historic Brown-Pusey House, a preserved landmark from the Civil War era. Residents enjoy Freeman Lake Park's walking trails and water activities, while the Buffalo Lake Trail system offers additional outdoor recreation. The area is served by Elizabethtown Independent Schools and Elizabethtown Community and Technical College. The city's historical significance includes connections to President Abraham Lincoln's family - his father Thomas Lincoln and stepmother Sarah Bush Johnston were residents, and his sister Sarah was born here in 1807. Today, Elizabethtown maintains international connections through its sister city relationship with Koori, Japan.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$56,881
Average: $75,264
Education
7,549
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
15,814
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Elizabethtown has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
48%
Non-Renters
52%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
18%
Other Education
82%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Elizabethtown, KY is $536 for a studio, $1,024 for one bedroom, $1,195 for two bedrooms, and $1,569 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Elizabethtown has increased by 1.8% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,024/month
755 Sq Ft
House
$1,751/month
1,550 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,378/month
913 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Elizabethtown, KY is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40
/ 100
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Schools
Lincoln Trail Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
684 Students
Helmwood Heights Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
467 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
584 Students
New Highland Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
531 Students
G C Burkhead Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
636 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
780 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
524 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
571 Students
Public
Grades K-12
210 Students
Public
Grades K-12
34 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
748 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
833 Students
Public
Grades K-12
210 Students
Public
Grades K-12
34 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
8 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Freeman Lake Park
- American Legion Park
- Elizabethtown Nature Park
- Dawley Park
Military Bases
Airports
- Louisville Muhammad Ali International
Colleges
Top Apartments in Elizabethtown
Houses for Rent in Elizabethtown
Property Management Companies in Elizabethtown, KY
Flaherty & Collins, Inc
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LDG Development
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PMR Companies
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47
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21
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1 Community in Elizabethtown
Southcreek Management Company
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23
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15
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1 Community in Elizabethtown
Denton Floyd Real Estate Group
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9
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1 Community in Elizabethtown
Winterwood Property Management
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.