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Population Growth and Density Changes in Uplands Neighborhood, Baltimore (2010-2022)
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Demographics
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Population
Population Density
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Demographics
Population
Population Density
The Uplands neighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland, experienced significant population growth from 2010 to 2022. The population increased from 519 to 1,223 residents during this period. The growth was not consistent, with fluctuations in the early 2010s before a steady increase began in 2014.
Population density in Uplands reached 6,138.08 people per square mile in 2022. This density categorizes Uplands as a Light Urban Neighborhood, characterized by low to mid-rise apartments and developed infrastructure. The increase in density suggests changes in the neighborhood's housing landscape.
Based on the national average household size of 2.61 persons, an estimated 469 housing units accommodated the 2022 population. This housing configuration indicates a compact urban layout in Uplands.
The population growth in Uplands may indicate urban revitalization efforts or increased attractiveness to new residents. Factors contributing to this growth could include improved public transportation, new amenities, or diverse housing options.
Uplands has been an area of interest for urban planners. The neighborhood was part of a redevelopment project to transform former public housing sites into mixed-income communities. This context explains the rapid population increase and density changes observed in the data.
The demographic shift in Uplands suggests a neighborhood in transition towards a more urban character. Residents likely experience benefits of urban living, such as walkability and proximity to city services, along with challenges of rapid population growth.
Monitoring the effects of population growth on neighborhood character, community cohesion, and quality of life will be important as Uplands continues to evolve. The data indicates a dynamic urban environment that may continue to see demographic and environmental changes in the future.
