College environment and suburban style in central Kentucky
Home to roughly 12,000 residents in central Kentucky, Campbellsville is a city balancing Christian college living with small-town charm in the Bluegrass. The campus of Campbellsville University sits in the heart of town and undeniably influences daily life. It’s one of the largest employers, and residents participate in annual traditions off and on campus, including one of the Commonwealth’s largest Fourth of July celebrations each summer and the fall homecoming festivities. Meanwhile, mature suburban neighborhoods bring the area an established vibe that appeals to graduates and families alike as they put down stakes to work at large area employers, including Amazon, Taylor Regional Hospital, Taylor County School District and Teleperformance.
Campbellsville University is a private Baptist university with about 12,000 students located in downtown Campbellsville.
Taylor Regional Hospital in Campbellsville is a 90-bed facility.
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Varied homes from the 1950s to today
Most of Campbellsville’s homes were established from the 1950s into the 21st century, giving the area a blend of styles. Ranch-style properties, custom builds on open lots and modern-day New Traditional homes are the primary options in town, with duplexes and townhomes being rare. Campbellsville’s median home value of about $192,000 sits below the national median of about $405,000 and Kentucky’s median of about $271,000.
Homes for sale in Campbellsville have an average home price of $265,445.
On average, homes in Campbellsville sell after 72 days on the market.
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Baptist higher education at Campbellsville University
Campbellsville University is a private Baptist university with about 12,000 students, just a few blocks from downtown Campbellsville. Students can enroll in classes from 13 schools on campus, and there are more than 100 bachelor’s and associate degree programs for undergraduate students.
The Campbellsville Independent School District serves students within the city limits. This district includes four schools covering pre-kindergarten through 12th grade and earns a B-minus grade on Niche. Kids outside the city limits generally attend the Taylor County School District, which gets a B grade and includes five schools.
The Campbellsville Independent School District (CISD) earns a B-minus grade on Niche.
Campbellsville University offers more than 100 bachelor’s and associate degree programs for undergraduate students.
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Lady Tigers softball games at Veterans Memorial Park
Green spaces in Campbellsville include three city-maintained parks. Miller Park has spaces for par-3 golf, baseball, softball and pickleball across 65 acres. About 2 miles southwest, the university’s Lady Tigers softball team plays its home games at Veterans Memorial Park, which also has a splash pad for kids to cool off in the summer. Amenities at Campbellsville Country Club include a public golf course and restaurant, while the clubhouse features a members-only pool and lounge.
Campbellsville generally experiences warm summers, reaching an average high of 88 degrees Fahrenheit each July. Winters are chilly with occasional snowfall; the city’s lows generally reach the early 20s each January.
The Campbellsville University’s Lady Tigers softball team plays its home games at Veterans Memorial Park.
Miller Park has spaces for par-3 golf, baseball, softball and pickleball across 65 acres.
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Southern eats in downtown Campbellsville
Many of Campbellsville’s reliable shopping stops, including big box stores such as Kroger, Walmart and Lowe’s, are on the west side of town along Hodgenville Road. Campbellsville Peddlers Mall is a prime choice for antique hunting in town.
In downtown Campbellsville, Brothers Restaurant serves innovative barbecue selections inspired by traditional North Carolina, Texas and Western Kentucky styles. Columbia Avenue is home to the last standing Druther’s Restaurant, a counter-serve restaurant with homestyle Southern fare that, at its peak, had more than 200 locations across the country. Fast food options like Lee’s Famous Chicken, Cook Out and Dunkin’ are available along Route 68.
Residents of Campbellsville pick up groceries and home goods at Kroger.
In downtown Campbellsville, Brothers Restaurant serves innovative barbecue selections inspired by traditional North Carolina.
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A week of Fourth of July festivities each summer
Rather than one night of fireworks, the Fourth of July in Campbellsville is a week-long celebration featuring hot air balloons, live performances, a parade and a 5K road race. From spring to fall, Graveyard Relics Car Club hosts the monthly Cruisin’ on Main car show, featuring classic cars and motorcycles alongside food trucks and offerings from local vendors. The university’s annual homecoming festivities happen each October, with current students, alumni and staff participating in an annual parade, reunions and the traditional Campbellsville Tigers football game. For year-round outings in town, bars such as Oak & Match and East First serve cocktails and craft brews with distinctive atmospheres, while The Alley is an all-ages favorite for bowling and eats.
Connected to the Bluegrass via Kentucky Route 55
Multiple routes converge in Campbellsville and connect to the rest of the Commonwealth. Kentucky Route 55 and Route 68 merge together, heading to Lexington roughly 82 miles northeast. State Highway 210 on the southwest side, known locally as Hodgenville Road, makes Louisville an 86-mile trip north. With regular traffic, both cities are within a 2-hour drive. These are also the most convenient commercial airports, with Louisville International Airport and Blue Grass Airport in Lexington providing multiple flights daily. Taylor County Airport serves private aircraft on the northeast side of town. Taylor Regional Hospital is on Old Lebanon Road near the city's north end and provides 24-hour emergency care.
Crime
According to FBI data, violent crime rates in Campbellsville have generally stayed below the national rate and near state rates over the last decade, while property crime rates have fallen significantly from 2018 to 2023.
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