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Population Trends in Carpenter-Ridgeway Neighborhood, Madison, Wisconsin: 2010-2022
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Demographics
DATA
Population
Population Density
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Demographics
Population
Population Density
This study examines population data for the Carpenter-Ridgeway neighborhood in Madison, Wisconsin from 2010 to 2022. The data reveals significant fluctuations in population over the observed period.
The neighborhood experienced substantial growth from 2010 to 2018. The population increased from 738 residents in 2010 to 1,549 in 2018, representing a growth of over 100%. This indicates rapid development in the area during this time frame.
Post-2018, the neighborhood underwent a population decline. By 2022, the population decreased to 1,241 residents, a reduction of approximately 20% from the 2018 peak. This suggests a shift in local dynamics.
The population density in 2022 was approximately 1,221 people per square mile. This density is consistent with characteristics of a light suburban neighborhood, typically featuring a mix of single-family homes and potentially some townhouses.
Given Madison's reputation for strong educational institutions and a growing tech sector, Carpenter-Ridgeway likely attracts a diverse demographic including families, young professionals, and potentially students or university staff.
The population changes suggest significant development in the early 2010s, followed by a potential stabilization phase or shift in housing preferences or local economic conditions.
Applying the U.S. average household size of 2.61 persons to Carpenter-Ridgeway's 2022 population suggests approximately 475 housing units in the neighborhood.
In conclusion, Carpenter-Ridgeway demonstrates characteristics of a dynamic suburban neighborhood that has experienced both rapid growth and recent contraction between 2010 and 2022. Its current density and estimated housing stock indicate a suburban environment that likely provides a balance between urban amenities and spacious living.
