Russellville Road Self Storage
For saleUnder contract5521 Russellville Road, Bowling Green, KY 42101
Bowling Green, KY
Bowling Green is a historic city in south-central Kentucky and the county seat of Warren County, positioned near the Barren River and major routes linking Louisville, Nashville, Owensboro, and Lexington. Founded in 1798, it is Kentucky’s third-largest city and anchors the state’s fourth-largest metropolitan area. The city is renowned as the home of Western Kentucky University, the National Corvette Museum, and General Motors’ Bowling Green Assembly Plant, where Chevrolet Corvettes have been built since 1981. Its heritage also includes Civil War history, a preserved rail legacy, and a growing modern manufacturing economy.
Recreational Delights
Bowling Green offers an extensive network of parks and outdoor amenities through its Parks and Recreation Department, which manages approximately 895 acres of public land. The Barren River waterfront and Riverwalk Park provide scenic settings for walking, cycling, and leisure, while planned riverfront areas have been associated with white-water sports, mountain biking, pump-track riding, and rock climbing. Weldon Peete Park and Mitch McConnell Park extend recreational opportunities along the river. Russell Sims Aquatic Center and the Warren County Aquatics Facility serve swimmers and families, while community centers provide basketball, volleyball, racquetball, walking trails, playgrounds, and picnic areas. The city’s regional location also makes it convenient for drives through the rolling landscapes of south-central Kentucky. Beech Bend, associated with local recreation and the Camping World story, adds amusement and motorsports-oriented appeal to the area. Seasonal weather supports varied outdoor activity, although summers are warm and humid and winters can bring occasional snow.
Culinary Scene
Bowling Green’s culinary identity reflects south-central Kentucky’s traditional Southern and regional fare, with restaurants and gathering places concentrated around downtown, Fountain Square, the historic business district, and areas near Western Kentucky University. Downtown redevelopment, including Fountain Square Market and the Riverwalk area, has strengthened the city center as a destination for casual dining, coffee, desserts, and community events. The university contributes a youthful and diverse dining culture, while the broader metropolitan area supports familiar Kentucky comfort food, barbecue, burgers, breakfast restaurants, and locally oriented eateries. Bowling Green’s internationally diverse population also adds variety to the food scene. The city has the ninth-largest Bosnian population in the United States, creating opportunities for Balkan and Bosnian culinary influences alongside American, Mexican, Asian, and other international offerings. Its location between Louisville and Nashville further exposes residents and visitors to broader regional dining trends while retaining a relaxed, accessible small-city atmosphere.
Demographics
- The supplied demographic profile lists 186,959 residents, while the 2020 city census recorded 72,294 and the metropolitan area recorded 179,639, reflecting Bowling Green’s role as a regional population center.
- The median age is 35.4, younger than the U.S. median of 38.9, influenced by Western Kentucky University and the city’s substantial student and young-adult population.
- Median household income is $63,328, below the U.S. figure of $80,734. Bowling Green also has a notable Bosnian community, ranked ninth-largest among U.S. cities.
Population
186,959
Growth 2.06%
Households
73,344
Growth 2.47%
Median Age
35.4
US Median Age 38.9
Median Household Income
$63,328
US Median Household Income $80,734
Radius Metrics Highlights in 3-mile radius
21,810
Total population
28%
5 year population growth projection
20,000 - 60,000
Vehicles per day on Russellville Road
8,297
Total households
$31,372
Per capita income
| 1 Mile | 3 Miles | 5 Miles | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 1,661 | 21,810 | 68,802 |
| 5 year projected total population | 5,878 | 28,014 | 87,757 |
| Total households | 523 | 8,297 | 26,224 |
| Current Median Household Income | $52,529 | $67,732 | $62,828 |
| 5 year projected median household income | $37,025 | $76,085 | $77,441 |
| Current Per Capita Income | $29,967 | $31,372 | $29,856 |
| 5 year projected per capita income | $24,605 | $35,895 | $36,038 |
| Median home value | $243,379 | $244,339 | $211,460 |
Sports
Baseball
Bowling Green Hot Rods
Football
Western Kentucky University Hilltoppers
Basketball
Western Kentucky University Hilltoppers
Volleyball
Western Kentucky University Hilltoppers
Education
Western Kentucky University
Southcentral Kentucky Community and Technical College
Carol Martin Gatton Academy of Mathematics and Science in Kentucky
Bowling Green Independent School District and Warren County Public Schools
Entertainment
National Corvette Museum
Southern Kentucky Performing Arts Center
Historic Railpark and Train Museum at the L&N Depot
Kentucky Museum and Library
Quality of Life
Bowling Green combines a relatively youthful population, accessible parks, university resources, cultural attractions, and strong transportation connections through Interstates 65 and 165. Housing and everyday life retain a regional-city character, while manufacturing and education provide economic stability. Residents also benefit from museums, sports, aquatic facilities, and downtown revitalization, though incomes trail national medians and the city remains vulnerable to severe weather, including the destructive tornadoes of 2021.
2022 Population by age
6%
0-4 Years
20%
5-19 Years
10%
20-24 Years
26%
25-44 Years
23%
45-64 Years
15%
65+ Years
Employers
5%
Unemployment rate
Employment sectors
Manufacturing
19.15%
Health Care and Social Assistance
13.29%
Retail Trade
13%
Educational Services
10.46%
Accommodation and Food Services
9.51%
Construction
6.69%
Transportation and Warehousing
5.39%
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
4.56%
Administrative and Support and Waste Management Services
4.19%
Finance and Insurance
3.64%
Public Administration
2.54%
Other
7.58%