Enterprise-Ozark micropolitan area
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The Enterprise–Ozark Micropolitan Statistical Area, as defined by the United States Census Bureau
, is an area consisting of two counties in southeastern Alabama
, anchored by the cities of Enterprise
and Ozark
. As of the 2000 census
, the μSA had a population of 92,744 (though a July 1, 2009 estimate placed the population at 96,782).
The Enterprise–Ozark Micropolitan Statistical Area is part of the Dothan
–Enterprise–Ozark Combined Statistical Area.
of 2000, there were 92,744 people, 36,299 households, and 26,119 families residing within the μSA. The racial makeup of the μSA was 75.66% White, 19.42% African American, 0.75% Native American, 1.02% Asian, 0.12% Pacific Islander, 1.10% from other races
, and 1.92% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.05% of the population.
The median income for a household in the μSA was $32,831, and the median income for a family was $38,735. Males had a median income of $30,656 versus $20,111 for females. The per capita income
for the μSA was $17,166.
United States Census Bureau
The United States Census Bureau is the government agency that is responsible for the United States Census. It also gathers other national demographic and economic data...
, is an area consisting of two counties in southeastern Alabama
Alabama
Alabama is a state located in the southeastern region of the United States. It is bordered by Tennessee to the north, Georgia to the east, Florida and the Gulf of Mexico to the south, and Mississippi to the west. Alabama ranks 30th in total land area and ranks second in the size of its inland...
, anchored by the cities of Enterprise
Enterprise, Alabama
Enterprise is a city in the southeastern part of Coffee and Dale Counties in the southeastern part of Alabama in the Southern United States. The population was estimated to be 25,909 in the year 2009....
and Ozark
Ozark, Alabama
Ozark is a city in and the county seat of Dale County, Alabama, United States. In 1990 the city population was 12,922. As of the 2000 census, the population of the city was 15,119....
. As of the 2000 census
United States Census, 2000
The Twenty-second United States Census, known as Census 2000 and conducted by the Census Bureau, determined the resident population of the United States on April 1, 2000, to be 281,421,906, an increase of 13.2% over the 248,709,873 persons enumerated during the 1990 Census...
, the μSA had a population of 92,744 (though a July 1, 2009 estimate placed the population at 96,782).
The Enterprise–Ozark Micropolitan Statistical Area is part of the Dothan
Dothan metropolitan area
The Dothan Metropolitan Statistical Area, as defined by the United States Census Bureau, is an area consisting of three counties in southeastern Alabama, anchored by the city of Dothan...
–Enterprise–Ozark Combined Statistical Area.
Places with more than 20,000 inhabitants
- EnterpriseEnterprise, AlabamaEnterprise is a city in the southeastern part of Coffee and Dale Counties in the southeastern part of Alabama in the Southern United States. The population was estimated to be 25,909 in the year 2009....
(Principal city) - DothanDothan, AlabamaDothan is a city located in the southeastern corner of the US state of Alabama, situated approximately west of the Georgia state line and north of Florida. It is the seat of Houston County, with portions extending into nearby Dale County and Henry County...
(partial)
Places with 1,000 to 10,000 inhabitants
- DalevilleDaleville, AlabamaDaleville is a city in Dale County, Alabama, United States. At the 2000 census the population was 4,653. It is part of the Enterprise–Ozark Micropolitan Statistical Area. The city's nickname is "Gateway to Fort Rucker", as this U.S. Army post is located just north of town...
- ElbaElba, AlabamaElba is a city in Coffee County, Alabama. At the time of the 2000 U.S. census, its population was 4,185.Elba is the official county seat of Coffee County, though Coffee County has two County Courthouses, with the other one being located in the town of Enterprise...
- Fort RuckerFort RuckerFort Rucker is a U.S. Army post located mostly in Dale County, Alabama, United States. It was named for a Civil War officer, Confederate General Edmund Rucker. The post is the primary flight training base for Army Aviation and is home to the United States Army Aviation Center of Excellence and...
(census-designated placeCensus-designated placeA census-designated place is a concentration of population identified by the United States Census Bureau for statistical purposes. CDPs are delineated for each decennial census as the statistical counterparts of incorporated places such as cities, towns and villages...
) - Level PlainsLevel Plains, AlabamaLevel Plains is a town in Dale County, Alabama, United States. At the 2000 census the population was 1,544.Mayor Tyrus L. Waters is the seventh mayor to serve since the town was incorporated on April 30, 1965....
- Midland CityMidland City, AlabamaMidland City is a town in Dale County, Alabama, United States. At the 2000 census the population was 1,703. This town is the location of Dothan Regional Airport. It is part of the Enterprise–Ozark Micropolitan Statistical Area.-Geography:...
- New BrocktonNew Brockton, AlabamaNew Brockton is a town in Coffee County, Alabama, United States. At the 2000 census the population was 1,250. The community was named for Huey E. Brock, settler.New Brockton is part of the Enterprise–Ozark Micropolitan Statistical Area.-Geography:...
- NewtonNewton, AlabamaNewton is a town in Dale County, Alabama, United States. At the 2000 census its population was 1,708. Once the county seat of Dale County, Newton lost this distinction to nearby Ozark in 1870, and is now a small farming community. The city currently forms a part of the Enterprise-Ozark...
Places with less than 1,000 inhabitants
- AritonAriton, AlabamaAriton is a town in Dale County, Alabama, United States. At the 2000 census the population was 772. According to the 2005 U.S. Census estimates, the town had a population of 755. Ariton is part of the Enterprise–Ozark Micropolitan Statistical Area....
- ClayhatcheeClayhatchee, AlabamaClayhatchee is a town in Dale County, Alabama, United States. At the 2000 census the population was 501. It is part of the Enterprise–Ozark Micropolitan Statistical Area.-Geography:Clayhatchee is located at ....
- GrimesGrimes, AlabamaGrimes is a town in Dale County, Alabama, United States. At the 2000 census the population was 459. It is part of the Enterprise–Ozark Micropolitan Statistical Area.-Geography:Grimes is located at .According to the U.S...
- KinstonKinston, AlabamaKinston is a town in Coffee County, Alabama, United States. At the 2000 census the population was 602. It is part of the Enterprise–Ozark Micropolitan Statistical Area.-Geography:Kinston is located at .According to the U.S...
- Napier FieldNapier Field, AlabamaNapier Field is a town in Dale County, Alabama, United States. At the 2000 census the population was 404. It is part of the Enterprise–Ozark Micropolitan Statistical Area. The town was originally constructed as a military air base during the Second World War, and its airport currently serves...
- PinckardPinckard, AlabamaPinckard is a town in Dale County, Alabama, United States. At the 2000 census the population was 667. It is part of the Enterprise–Ozark Micropolitan Statistical Area.-Geography:Pinckard is located at .According to the U.S...
Demographics
As of the censusCensus
A census is the procedure of systematically acquiring and recording information about the members of a given population. It is a regularly occurring and official count of a particular population. The term is used mostly in connection with national population and housing censuses; other common...
of 2000, there were 92,744 people, 36,299 households, and 26,119 families residing within the μSA. The racial makeup of the μSA was 75.66% White, 19.42% African American, 0.75% Native American, 1.02% Asian, 0.12% Pacific Islander, 1.10% from other races
Race (United States Census)
Race and ethnicity in the United States Census, as defined by the Federal Office of Management and Budget and the United States Census Bureau, are self-identification data items in which residents choose the race or races with which they most closely identify, and indicate whether or not they are...
, and 1.92% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.05% of the population.
The median income for a household in the μSA was $32,831, and the median income for a family was $38,735. Males had a median income of $30,656 versus $20,111 for females. The per capita income
Per capita income
Per capita income or income per person is a measure of mean income within an economic aggregate, such as a country or city. It is calculated by taking a measure of all sources of income in the aggregate and dividing it by the total population...
for the μSA was $17,166.