Bishop Rayford Hankins Memorial Park Community Splash Pad Development Plan
Demographics Summary The 2022 population estimates from the American Community Survey reveal significant characteristics of Burgaw’s population. Of note is that people between the ages of 18 and 64 make up most of the population at 60.8%, followed by 65 years and over at 20.9%, and under 18 years of age at 18.3%. The largest racial segment of the population identifies as White (52.2%) and the next highest is the Black population at 35.6%. Housing and Education 2022 American Community Survey data indicates that 58.5% of Burgaw residents are homeowners, with the other 41.5% of residents occupying their place of residence as renters. The median value of owner-occupied housing units in Burgaw in 2022 was $194,100. 82% of adult residents of Burgaw were a high school graduate or higher and 20.8% graduated from a four-year university with a bachelor's degree or higher. Population Projections to the 2022 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the population of Burgaw was 3,207 individuals. Based on the 2022 projections of 3,207, there has been a 3.07% growth rate over four years, putting the estimated 2024 population at around 3,520. Using this rate of growth for future population size estimates can help when planning on meeting a growing demand for recreational services. The population projections for Burgaw have been compiled in the table below. There have been both times of rapid growth and a slight decline in Burgaw’s population since the year 2010; however, the population has been growing at a steady rate with an improved national economy. Burgaw population estimates (in ten-year increments) can be seen below.
Year
Population Estimate
2020 2030 2040 2050
3,207 4,047 4,073 4,099
A population growth occurred from 2010 to 2019 with Burgaw residents. This was primarily due to Burgaw’s location concerning the thriving City of Wilmington and the amenities offered by the Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA) in terms of housing, schools, hospitals, churches, employment, entertainment, etc. The population and growth rates of the Town should be re- evaluated in future years and adjustments should be made to Plan Recommendations, as necessary.
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