Malvern, Alabama facts for kids
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Malvern, Alabama
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Location of Malvern in Geneva County, Alabama.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Alabama |
| County | Geneva |
| Area | |
| • Total | 14.03 sq mi (36.33 km2) |
| • Land | 14.02 sq mi (36.31 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.01 km2) |
| Elevation | 282 ft (86 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,536 |
| • Density | 109.55/sq mi (42.30/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
36349
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| Area code(s) | 334 |
| FIPS code | 01-46264 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0152214 |
Malvern is a small town located in Geneva County, Alabama, in the United States. It is considered part of the Dothan, Alabama Metropolitan Statistical Area. In 2010, the town had a population of 1,448 people. By 2020, the population grew to 1,536.
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Where is Malvern Located?
Malvern is found at a specific point on the map: 31.143981 degrees North and 85.523382 degrees West. This helps people find its exact spot in Alabama.
Malvern's Size and Land Area
The U.S. Census Bureau states that Malvern covers a total area of about 14.0 square miles (36.3 square kilometers). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large bodies of water like lakes or rivers within the town limits.
Who Lives in Malvern?
The town of Malvern has seen its population change over many years. It was officially recognized as a town in 1904.
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 173 | — | |
| 1920 | 221 | 27.7% | |
| 1930 | 207 | −6.3% | |
| 1940 | 190 | −8.2% | |
| 1950 | 196 | 3.2% | |
| 1960 | 213 | 8.7% | |
| 1970 | 227 | 6.6% | |
| 1980 | 558 | 145.8% | |
| 1990 | 570 | 2.2% | |
| 2000 | 1,215 | 113.2% | |
| 2010 | 1,448 | 19.2% | |
| 2020 | 1,536 | 6.1% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census 2013 Estimate |
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Malvern's Population in 2010
In 2010, there were 1,448 people living in Malvern. These people lived in 582 different homes, and 428 of these were families. The town had about 103 people per square mile. There were also 647 housing units, which are places where people can live.
Most of the people in Malvern in 2010 were White (91.2%). There were also Black or African American residents (4.8%), Native American residents (0.7%), and Asian residents (0.1%). Some people identified with other races (1.7%) or with two or more races (1.5%). About 4.8% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
- About 22.8% of the population was under 18 years old.
- About 8.8% were between 18 and 24 years old.
- About 24.9% were between 25 and 44 years old.
- About 29.1% were between 45 and 64 years old.
- About 14.4% were 65 years old or older.
The average age in Malvern in 2010 was about 40.3 years.
Malvern's Population in 2020
By the 2020 United States census, Malvern's population had grown to 1,536 people. There were 614 households and 407 families living in the town.
Here's a look at the different groups of people living in Malvern in 2020:
| Race | Number of People | Percentage |
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| White (not Hispanic or Latino) | 1,297 | 84.44% |
| Black or African American (not Hispanic or Latino) | 82 | 5.34% |
| Native American | 7 | 0.46% |
| Asian | 2 | 0.13% |
| Pacific Islander | 2 | 0.13% |
| Other/Mixed (two or more races) | 79 | 5.14% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 67 | 4.36% |
See also
In Spanish: Malvern (Alabama) para niños
