Exploring the Spatial Relationship between Potholes and Socioeconomic and Demographic Characteristics in Tucson, AZ
Presentation Time: Mon, 05/01/2023 - 13:00
Keywords: Tucson, infrastructure, demographics, socioeconomics
Potholes pose a significant threat to individuals, communities, and the economy, as they can cause accidents and damage to vehicles and bicycles, resulting in costly repairs. This study investigates the spatial relationship between pothole reports in Tucson, AZ, and the socioeconomic and demographic characteristics of the area. Using data collected from January 2019 to December 2022 and divided by census tracts, the study employs linear regression to analyze the relationship between the dependent variable, potholes, and the socioeconomics and demographics of the Tucson census tracts. The findings reveal that areas with higher percentages of minorities, lower median incomes, and lower levels of educational attainment have more reported potholes. These results are significant as they can inform future allocation of city funding for infrastructure management.
