Calvin Beale

Calvin Beale was a prominent American demographer known for his work in rural population studies and the demographic trends affecting rural America. He served as a researcher with the U.S. Department of Agriculture and was a key figure in studying how demographic shifts impact rural communities, particularly issues related to aging populations, migration, and economic change. In his analyses, Beale often highlighted the differences between urban and rural population trends and emphasized the importance of understanding rural dynamics for policy-making and resource allocation.