Hoover, Alabama | |
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 Riverchase Galleria | |
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 Location of Hoover in Jefferson County and Shelby County, Alabama | |
| Coordinates:33°23′11″N86°48′18″W / 33.38639°N 86.80500°W /33.38639; -86.80500 | |
| Country | United States |
| State | Alabama |
| Counties | Jefferson,Shelby |
| Settled | 1853[1] |
| Founded | 1954[2] |
| Incorporated | April 28, 1967 |
| Incorporated | May 18, 1967[3] |
| Named after | William H. Hoover |
| Area | |
• City | 50.326 sq mi (130.344 km2) |
| • Land | 49.354 sq mi (127.827 km2) |
| • Water | 0.972 sq mi (2.518 km2) |
| Elevation | 495 ft (151 m) |
| Population | |
• City | 92,606 |
• Estimate (2022)[7] | 92,435 |
| • Rank | US: 367th AL:6th |
| • Density | 1,874/sq mi (723.5/km2) |
| • Urban | 774,956 (US:58th) |
| • Urban density | 1,522/sq mi (587.5/km2) |
| • Metro | 1,181,196 (US:47th) |
| • Metro density | 248.8/sq mi (96.07/km2) |
| • Combined | 1,362,731 (US:43rd) |
| • Combined density | 200.3/sq mi (77.35/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−5 (CDT) |
| ZIP Codes | 35022, 35080, 35124, 35142, 35216, 35222, 35226, 35236, 35242, 35244 |
| Area codes | 205 and 659 |
| FIPS code | 01-35896 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2404725[5] |
| Website | hooveralabama.gov |
Hoover is a city inJefferson andShelby counties in north centralAlabama, United States. Hoover is the largest suburban city in Alabama and the sixth largest city in Alabama. The population was 92,606 at the2020 census.[6] Hoover is part of theBirmingham, ALMetropolitan Statistical Area and is also included in the Birmingham-Cullman-Talladega, ALCombined Statistical Area.[8] Hoover's territory is along thefoothills of theAppalachian Mountains.
TheBirmingham BaronsMinor League Baseball team, which traces its history to 1885, played its home games at the 10,800-seatHoover Metropolitan Stadium from 1988 through 2013, when it moved toRegions Field in the Parkside District of Birmingham.
This suburban area near the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains had been known as the Green Valley community since the 1930s; it was mostly a bedroom or residential community into the late 1970s and early 1980s. The City of Hoover was incorporated in 1967, named for William H. Hoover (1890–1979), a local insurance company owner.[9]
On September 8, 1980, the city annexed the Riverchase business and residential community,[10] gaining large office buildings, employers, and workers to increase the city's tax base. When InterstateI-459 was opened, a major interchange with InterstateI-65 was constructed within the borders of Hoover, improving access.
In 1986 theRiverchase Galleria multi-use complex opened; it has significantly increased the tax revenue for the city. It has also attracted new residents and businesses to the area. The city has grown extremely fast, aided by its annexations of territory as well as new developments. The city has expanded its facilities, and now operates a Municipal Center, Library, and Public Safety Center. The city expects to continue to increase in population, which has risen significantly since 2008. It numbered 92,606 as of the 2020 census.
According to theUnited States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 50.326 square miles (130.34 km2), of which 49.354 square miles (127.83 km2) is land and 0.972 square miles (2.52 km2), is water.[4]
Many major highways pass through the city limits, includingI-65,I-459, andU.S. Route 31. Via I-65 or US-31, downtown Birmingham is 11 mi (18 km) north, andMontgomery is 82 mi (132 km) south. Via I-459,Atlanta, GA is 152 mi (245 km) east, andTuscaloosa is 53 mi (85 km) west.
The municipal government has operated under the Mayor-Council form of government since incorporation. The Mayor and City Council are elected on a non-partisan basis to concurrent four-year terms of office, which begin on first Monday in November of election year. Policy-making and legislative authority is vested in the City Council, which consists of seven "at-large" elected members (prior to 2004, the council consisted of five at-large members.) (Candidates for at-large elections must gain a majority of voters)
The city council is responsible for considering local resolutions and ordinances, adopting an annual budget, and appointing members to local boards and committees. The Mayor is responsible for carrying out and enforcing the city's policies and ordinances.
| Current Mayor | ||
|---|---|---|
| Nicholas Derzis | ||
| Current City Council Membership | ||
| Council Place | Representative | Position |
| 1 | Robin Schultz | Councilor |
| 2 | Gene Smith | Councilor |
| 3 | Ashley Lovell | Councilor |
| 4 | Khristi Driver | Council President Pro-Tem |
| 5 | Derrick Murphy | Councilor |
| 6 | Casey Middlebrooks | Council President |
| 7 | Steve McClinton | Councilor |
TheRiverchase Galleria shopping-hotel-office complex generates tax revenues for the city; it is also the location of numerous retail, hotel, and office workers. The Riverchase Office Park, and other office parks and buildings throughout Hoover, house many large corporations. Major shopping centers in the city include Riverchase Galleria on US 31, Patton Creek on SR 150, and Village at Lee Branch on US 280. TheCentral Business District is intersected byUS 31,SR 150, andUS 280.I-65 andI-459 intersect in the city.
According to the City's 2022 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report,[11] the largest employers in the city are:
| # | Employer | # of Employees |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Regions Bank | 2,644 |
| 2 | Hoover City Schools | 1,869 |
| 3 | Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama | 1,711 |
| 4 | AT&T of Alabama | 1,170 |
| 5 | Walmart andSam's Club | 950 |
| 6 | Publix | 868 |
| 7 | McLeod Software | 700 |
| 8 | City of Hoover | 667 |
| 9 | SS&C Health | 438 |
| 10 | Doster Construction | 184 |
| Hoover | |
|---|---|
| Crime rates* (2022) | |
| Violent crimes | |
| Homicide | 2 |
| Rape | 18 |
| Robbery | 13 |
| Aggravated assault | 59 |
| Total violent crime | 92 |
| Property crimes | |
| Burglary | 115 |
| Larceny-theft | 1,304 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 80 |
| Arson | 1 |
| Total property crime | 1,500 |
Notes *Number of reported crimes per 100,000 population. 2022 population: 92,435 Source:2022 FBI UCR Data | |
Hoover Fire Department is a full-time career department operating from 11 fire stations throughout the city. The city has one battalion. There are nine engine companies, two quints, one ladder truck, five ALS rescue/ambulances, and two battalion chief cars. All engine companies are staffed with a minimum of three people, with at least two being firefighter/paramedics. All engines are classified ALS (Advanced Life Support). The department also operates one heavy rescue truck, and one hazmat unit. Hoover Fire Department holds a Class 1 ISO rating. In 2016, the department responded to over 10,000 calls.
Hoover operates its own enhanced911 emergency call center, which has 24 operator positions, 5 Emergency Communication Supervisors, 2 Emergency Communication Managers, 1 Director, and is staffed 24/7.[citation needed][12]
Hoover provides traffic, severe weather, disaster information, and details on special events on low-power AM radio (1610 kHz).[13]
| Census | Pop. | Note | %± |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1970 | 688 | — | |
| 1980 | 18,996 | 2,661.0% | |
| 1990 | 39,788 | 109.5% | |
| 2000 | 62,742 | 57.7% | |
| 2010 | 81,619 | 30.1% | |
| 2020 | 92,606 | 13.5% | |
| 2022 (est.) | 92,435 | [7] | −0.2% |
| U.S. Decennial Census[14] 2020 Census[6] | |||
| Race / Ethnicity(NH = Non-Hispanic) | Pop 2000[15] | Pop 2010[16] | Pop 2020[17] | % 2000 | % 2010 | % 2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White alone (NH) | 53,616 | 59,254 | 62,841 | 85.45% | 72.60% | 67.86% |
| Black or African American alone (NH) | 4,230 | 12,008 | 15,513 | 6.74% | 14.71% | 16.75% |
| Native American orAlaska Native alone (NH) | 76 | 143 | 114 | 0.12% | 0.18% | 0.12% |
| Asian alone (NH) | 1,811 | 4,120 | 5,913 | 2.89% | 5.05% | 6.39% |
| Pacific Islander alone (NH) | 16 | 16 | 17 | 0.03% | 0.02% | 0.02% |
| Some Other Race alone (NH) | 51 | 123 | 333 | 0.08% | 0.15% | 0.36% |
| Mixed Race or Multi-Racial (NH) | 562 | 1,040 | 3,171 | 0.90% | 1.27% | 3.42% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2,380 | 4,915 | 4,704 | 3.79% | 6.02% | 5.08% |
| Total | 62,742 | 81,619 | 92,606 | 100.00% | 100.00% | 100.00% |
As of the2020 census, there were 92,606 people, 36,799 households, and 25,337 families residing in the city.[18] Thepopulation density was 1,926.6 inhabitants per square mile (744/km2) There were 39,008 housing units.
As of the2010 census, there were 81,619 people in 32,478 households, including 22,476 families, in the city. The population density was 1,870.3 inhabitants per square mile (722.1/km2). There were 35,474 housing units at an average density of 812.9 per square mile (313.9/km2). Theracial makeup of the city was 75.1% White, 14.8% Black, 0.2% Native American, 5.1% Asian, 0.0% Pacific Islander, 3.2% from other races, and 1.5% from two or more races. 6.0% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.
Of the 32,478 households 33.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 56.1% were married couples living together, 10.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 30.8% were non-families. 25.8% of households were one person and 7.6% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 2.50 and the average family size was 3.02.
The age distribution was 25.0% under the age of 18, 7.8% from 18 to 24, 28.7% from 25 to 44, 26.6% from 45 to 64, and 12.0% 65 or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females, there were 92.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 92.4 males.
The median household income was $72,960 and the median family income was $94,066. Males had a median income of $65,023 versus $44,525 for females. The per capita income for the city was $39,141. About 3.4% of families and 5.6% of the population were below thepoverty line, including 6.6% of those under age 18 and 3.5% of those age 65 or over.
As of the2000 census, there were 62,742 people in 25,191 households, including 17,406 families, in the city. The population density was 1,454.6 inhabitants per square mile (561.6/km2). There were 27,150 housing units at an average density of 629.4 per square mile (243.0/km2). Theracial makeup of the city was 87.66% White, 6.77% Black, 0.16% Native American, 2.89% Asian, 0.03% Pacific Islander, 1.40% from other races, and 1.09% from two or more races. 3.79% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.
Of the 25,191 households 33.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 59.4% were married couples living together, 7.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 30.9% were non-families. 25.9% of households were one person and 6.3% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 2.47 and the average family size was 3.00.
The age distribution was 24.8% under the age of 18, 7.9% from 18 to 24, 32.6% from 25 to 44, 23.8% from 45 to 64, and 10.9% 65 or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 95.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 91.5 males.
According to a 2007 estimate, The median household income was $75,365, and the median family income was $89,513. Males had a median income of $55,660 versus $34,836 for females. The per capita income for the city was $33,361. About 2.1% of families and 3.4% of the population were below thepoverty line, including 2.7% of those under age 18 and 3.9% of those age 65 or over.
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Hoover is served by two interstate highways,65 and459, with a major interchange near the center of the city. Majorarterial roads includeU.S. Route 31 as a north–south route through the middle of the city,U.S. Route 280 in the eastern portion of the city,Route 150 as an east–west road connecting the city center to the western side, and Valleydale Road connecting Route 31 and Route 280.Hoover is also served by theBirmingham-Jefferson County Transit Authority.
Hoover is served byHoover City Schools. It has ten elementary schools, three middle schools, and two high schools,Spain Park High School andHoover High School. Both schools have ranked high for excellent academics, being rated close to the top five hundred schools in the country. During the 2022–2023 school year, some 2,841 students enrolled in Hoover High School,[20] 1,503 in Spain Park High School,[21] with a total of 13,557 students in the Hoover City School system.[22] Spain Park received theNational Blue Ribbon Award in 2008.[23]
Berry Middle School, which served as the city's first high school before the present Hoover High was constructed, was closed after the 2005–2006 academic year. Students were moved to a new Berry Middle School constructed near the site of Spain Park High School. A poll of residents in 2007 favored selling the school, possibly to the independent Shades Mountain Christian School.[24] Simmons Middle School and Bumpus Middle School are the city's other middle schools.
Given the population expansion, the city built Riverchase Elementary to relieve overcrowding of some schools. The student population bubble is advancing in the system, and in the 2011–2012 academic year, Bumpus Middle School and its students were relocated to the former freshman center of Hoover High School. The former Bumpus site became Brock's Gap Intermediate School in 2011. The former Berry site became the current Bumpus Middle School in 2011. Brock's Gap served 5th and 6th graders until 2018 when Hoover Rezoning went into effect. They now serve 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders. Bumpus Middle School served only 7th and 8th graders until 2018 because of Hoover Rezoning. They now serve 6th, 7th, and 8th graders.
The Shelby-Hoover campus of theJefferson State Community College is inShelby County, is in Hoover, near Spain Park High School.[25][26] Faulkner University has a campus on Valleydale Road; The University of Alabama in Birmingham (UAB) in downtown Birmingham is only 8–10 miles away, and features the premier medical school of Alabama.
The Birmingham Supplementary School Inc. (BSS, バーミングハム日本語補習校Bāminguhamu Nihongo Hoshūkō), apart-time Japanese school, holds its classes at the Shelby-Hoover campus. Its office is at theHonda Manufacturing of Alabama, LLC facility in unincorporatedTalladega County, nearLincoln. The school opened on September 1, 2001.[27]
Hoover has one television station,WBMA, branded as ABC 33/40, with its studio within the Hoover city limits. The metro area has TV broadcasting stations that serve theBirmingham-Anniston-Tuscaloosa Designated Market Area(DMA), as defined byNielsen Media Research.Charter Communications,Bright House Networks, andAT&TU-verse providecable television service to specific communities in Hoover.DirecTV andDish Network providedirect broadcast satellite television, including both local and national channels.
No radio stations operate from Hoover, although residents are served by numerous stations from the Birmingham market. (WERC-FM is licensed to Hoover but its studio is located in Birmingham.)
Two newspapers serve Hoover: theOver the Mountain Journal newspaper, published twice monthly and delivered for free to select neighborhoods in Hoover and nearby communities; and theHoover Sun, published monthly and mailed for free to roughly 24,000 homes and businesses in Hoover.
Enjoy Hoover, a 6x/year magazine, is distributed freely at hundreds of locations throughout the city, editorially focused on dining, entertainment, shopping, and healthy living in Hoover.
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