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Demographic Trends in Terminal Island, Los Angeles: Population Fluctuations from 2010 to 2022
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Demographics
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Population
Population Density
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Demographics
Population
Population Density
Terminal Island, a neighborhood in Los Angeles, California, has experienced significant population changes from 2010 to 2022. This study examines the demographic trends observed during this period.
The population of Terminal Island increased from 549 residents in 2010 to 728 in 2020, representing a growth of 32.6%. The population density rose from 133.77 to 177.38 people per square mile during this time.
Following 2020, the population decreased to 562 residents by 2022, nearly returning to 2010 levels. This decline of 22.8% from the 2020 peak is notable.
The current population density of Terminal Island is 136.93 people per square mile, indicating a sparsely populated area within the Los Angeles metropolitan region. This low density suggests a mix of industrial or port-related land use and residential areas.
Terminal Island is an artificial island in Los Angeles Harbor, primarily serving as a container port and federal correctional facility. These factors influence its demographic composition and population dynamics.
The federal prison on the island may contribute to population fluctuations. The island's role in maritime commerce may affect residential patterns, with housing potentially linked to port-related employment.
Based on the estimated 215 housing units for the 2022 population, Terminal Island is not a typical residential neighborhood. The community is likely composed of workers related to port operations and the correctional facility, and their families.
Terminal Island presents a case study of a specialized urban area with distinctive population trends. The recent population decline following a decade of growth warrants examination of local economic, industrial, and policy changes that may have influenced this demographic shift.
