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Examining the Relationship between COVID-19 Mobility and Eviction Rates in Philadelphia

Authors:
Regina Ruane
Les Sztandera

Keywords: COVID-19, eviction, mobility

Abstract:
The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on public health, the economy, and social norms. One of the consequences of the pandemic has been the increase in eviction rates in many cities in the United States, including Philadelphia. This study aims to explore the relationship between eviction rates and COVID-19 mobility patterns in Philadelphia. We analyzed eviction data from the city of Philadelphia and mobility data from Google's COVID-19 Community Mobility Reports. Our findings suggest that there is a statistically significant relationship between eviction rates and mobility patterns. Specifically, we found that areas with high eviction rates also had a higher level of mobility, which could potentially increase the spread of the virus. Our results highlight the importance of considering the impact of socioeconomic factors on the transmission of COVID-19.

Pages: 21 to 24

Copyright: Copyright (c) IARIA, 2023

Publication date: March 13, 2023

Published in: conference

ISSN: 2308-4383

ISBN: 978-1-68558-058-2

Location: Barcelona, Spain

Dates: from March 13, 2023 to March 17, 2023