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Summerville, Mobile: A Decade of Population Changes and Density Shifts (2010-2022)
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Demographics
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Population
Population Density
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Demographics
Population
Population Density
The Summerville neighborhood in Mobile, Alabama, experienced significant population changes from 2010 to 2022. In 2010, the population reached 871 residents with a density of 2,460 people per square mile. By 2022, the population decreased to 474, resulting in a density of 1,339 people per square mile.
This demographic shift indicates a transition from a denser suburban area to a less populated suburban environment. The current population density suggests a neighborhood composed of single-family homes and potentially some townhouses, with infrastructure supporting local amenities.
The population decline, particularly pronounced between 2010 and 2015, may be attributed to factors such as economic conditions, housing preference changes, or urban renewal projects in other parts of Mobile.
A brief population increase occurred between 2015 and 2018, with numbers rising to 611 residents. This temporary growth may have resulted from local development initiatives or improved economic prospects. However, the subsequent decline indicates these factors were not sustained long-term.
The estimated 181 housing units for the 2022 population, based on the national average household size, suggests a neighborhood maintaining a suburban character focused on family living. Residents likely have access to urban conveniences while enjoying a less congested living environment.
Summerville's location within Mobile may offer residents proximity to urban amenities while providing a less densely populated living space. The neighborhood's demographics indicate a community in transition, potentially adapting to broader economic and social changes affecting many American cities.
As Summerville continues to evolve, local policymakers and community leaders may need to address challenges and opportunities presented by these population changes to maintain the neighborhood's viability and attractiveness to current and potential residents.
