Shoal Creek, Alabama facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Shoal Creek, Alabama
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Location of Shoal Creek in Shelby County, Alabama.
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 Shoal Creek, Alabama
Location in Alabama
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| Country | United States | |
| State | Alabama | |
| County | Shelby | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 5.31 sq mi (13.74 km2) | |
| • Land | 5.04 sq mi (13.06 km2) | |
| • Water | 0.26 sq mi (0.68 km2) | |
| Elevation | 801 ft (244 m) | |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 1,668 | |
| • Density | 330.89/sq mi (127.76/km2) | |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) | |
| Area code(s) | 205, 659 | |
| GNIS feature ID | 2582699 | |
Shoal Creek is a special kind of neighborhood in Shelby County, Alabama, United States. It's a private community, which means it has its own security and is often gated.
In 2010, about 274 people lived there. By 2020, the population grew to 1,668 people. Shoal Creek is known for having many nice features for its residents. One of the most famous places there is the Shoal Creek Golf and Country Club. This club even hosted a big golf event, the U.S. Women's Open Golf Championship, in 2018.
Shoal Creek is part of the larger Birmingham area. It's located about 15 miles (24 kilometers) southeast of downtown Birmingham.
Understanding Shoal Creek's Population
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| 2020 | 1,668 | — | |
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When we talk about demographics, we are looking at information about the people who live in a place. This includes things like how many people there are and how that number changes over time.
The U.S. Census is a count of everyone living in the United States. It happens every ten years. This helps us understand how communities like Shoal Creek are growing or changing.
See also
In Spanish: Shoal Creek (Alabama) para niños
