Excel, Alabama
Excel, Alabama | ||
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FIPS code 01-24880 | | |
| GNIS feature ID | 0151765 | |
Excel is a town in
Excel is the birthplace of former University of Alabama and Dallas Cowboys linebacker Lee Roy Jordan. Excel High School (3A) provides education for children in and around the town of Excel.
Excel incorporated in February 1948.[3]
History
The first settlers arrived in Excel around 1875. Around the turn of the century, Excel was connected by rail, allowing for economic expansion through the shipping of lumber and farm products. The rail line ceased operation in 1935, and Excel's growth slowed by 1937.[4]
Geography
Excel is located at 31°25′38″N 87°20′26″W / 31.42722°N 87.34056°W (31.427308, -87.340587).[5]
According to the
Demographics
| Census | Pop. | Note | %± |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1950 | 316 | — | |
| 1960 | 313 | −0.9% | |
| 1970 | 422 | 34.8% | |
| 1980 | 385 | −8.8% | |
| 1990 | 571 | 48.3% | |
| 2000 | 582 | 1.9% | |
| 2010 | 723 | 24.2% | |
| 2020 | 557 | −23.0% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census[6] 2013 Estimate[7] | |||
As of the
There were 270 households, out of which 41.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 59.6% were headed by married couples living together, 12.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 24.1% were non-families. 21.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.4% were someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.68, and the average family size was 3.11.[8]
In the town, the population was spread out, with 28.5% under the age of 18, 6.8% from 18 to 24, 30.0% from 25 to 44, 20.4% from 45 to 64, and 14.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 32.9 years. For every 100 females, there were 91.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 91.5 males.[8]
For the period 2007–2011, the estimated median annual income for a household in the town was $34,667, and the median income for a family was $39,167. Male full-time workers had a median income of $40,000 versus $36,250 for females. The
References
- ^ "2020 U.S. Gazetteer Files". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved October 29, 2021.
- ^ Monroville Monroe Country Chamber of Commerce https://www.monroecountyal.com/county-officials.html.
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- ^ Kelly, Riley; Kaetz, James P. "Excel". Encyclopedia of Alabama. Alabama Humanities Foundation. Retrieved November 3, 2020.
- ^ "US Gazetteer files: 2010, 2000, and 1990". United States Census Bureau. February 12, 2011. Retrieved April 23, 2011.
- ^ "U.S. Decennial Census". Census.gov. Retrieved June 6, 2013.
- ^ "Annual Estimates of the Resident Population: April 1, 2010 to July 1, 2013". Archived from the original on May 22, 2014. Retrieved June 3, 2014.
- ^ a b c "Profile of General Population and Housing Characteristics: 2010 Demographic Profile Data (DP-1): Excel town, Alabama". U.S. Census Bureau, American Factfinder. Archived from the original on February 12, 2020. Retrieved February 1, 2013.
- ^ "Selected Economic Characteristics: 2007-2011 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (DP03): Excel town, Alabama". U.S. Census Bureau, American Factfinder. Archived from the original on February 12, 2020. Retrieved February 1, 2013.
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