Napier Field, Alabama facts for kids
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Napier Field, Alabama
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Napier Field, Alabama
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Location of Napier Field in Dale County, Alabama.
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| Country | United States | |
| State | Alabama | |
| County | Dale | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 0.26 sq mi (0.66 km2) | |
| • Land | 0.26 sq mi (0.66 km2) | |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) | |
| Elevation | 374 ft (114 m) | |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 409 | |
| • Density | 1,597.66/sq mi (617.36/km2) | |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) | |
| FIPS code | 01-53256 | |
| GNIS feature ID | 0123635 | |
| Website | http://www.napierfield.com | |
Napier Field is a small town located in Dale County, Alabama. In 2020, about 409 people lived there. It is part of the larger Ozark area, which includes nearby towns and communities.
This town has a unique history because it started as a military air base during World War II. Today, Napier Field is right next to the Dothan Regional Airport. Even though the airport itself is within the city limits of Dothan, the homes and other buildings next to it make up the official town of Napier Field.
Where is Napier Field?
Napier Field is located in southeastern Alabama. You can find it at coordinates 31°18′55″N 85°27′16″W / 31.31528°N 85.45444°W.
Size of the Town
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the town covers a total area of about 0.3 square miles (0.66 square kilometers). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within the town limits.
Who Lives in Napier Field?
The number of people living in Napier Field has changed over the years. Here's a quick look at the population from different census reports:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1970 | 572 | — | |
| 1980 | 493 | −13.8% | |
| 1990 | 462 | −6.3% | |
| 2000 | 404 | −12.6% | |
| 2010 | 354 | −12.4% | |
| 2020 | 409 | 15.5% | |
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Community Life
In 2000, there were 404 people living in Napier Field, making up 183 households. About 24% of these households had children under 18 living with them. The average household had about 2.21 people.
The population was spread out across different age groups. About 21% of the people were under 18 years old, and 16.3% were 65 years or older. The average age in the town was 39 years.
