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Population Density Fluctuations in Black Acres, Gainesville: 2011-2022
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Demographics
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Population
Population Density
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Demographics
Population
Population Density
Population data for the Black Acres neighborhood in Gainesville, Florida, shows significant fluctuations in density from 2011 to 2022. The highest population was recorded in 2011 with 489 residents and a density of 3,506.7 people per square mile. A decline followed until 2016, reaching 351 residents.
The neighborhood experienced a recovery in 2017, followed by another decrease. In 2020, coinciding with the COVID-19 pandemic, the population dropped to 319 residents. This may indicate the neighborhood's susceptibility to pandemic-related factors.
Data from 2022 shows a population of 431 and a density of 3,090.78 people per square mile, indicating recovery from the 2020 low but remaining below peak levels of the early 2010s. The density suggests a suburban environment with mixed housing types.
Black Acres appears to be a compact neighborhood sensitive to local economic and social factors. The average household size of 2.61 persons, based on national averages, suggests a mix of family units and possible single-occupant households.
The neighborhood's location within Gainesville, known for its large student population due to the University of Florida, may explain some population volatility. Student neighborhoods often experience frequent turnover and are susceptible to events affecting university enrollment or housing policies.
The neighborhood density indicates a lifestyle balancing suburban amenities with proximity to urban services. Residents likely have access to local facilities while being close to the broader offerings of a university town.
Black Acres presents a dynamic demographic profile characteristic of a neighborhood in transition, potentially influenced by its proximity to a major educational institution and urban development trends in Gainesville. The recent population rebound suggests resilience and ongoing attractiveness of the area to residents.
