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Demographic Analysis of Azalea Neighborhood: Low Diversity and White Majority
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The Azalea neighborhood in Semmes, Alabama, is characterized by Low Diversity with a White Majority comprising 87% of the population as of 2022. The median income in 2022 was $54,116, representing a decrease from its peak in 2019. Azalea is known for its azalea gardens that bloom in spring.
Over the past decade, Azalea has undergone a subtle transition in its racial composition. In 2013, the neighborhood had extremely Low Diversity, with a 97% White Majority. By 2022, while still maintaining a White Majority, the community has shown signs of becoming more diverse. The Black population increased from 1% in 2013 to 10% in 2022, and a small Hispanic population (3%) emerged in 2022.
The median income in Azalea has fluctuated over the past decade. From 2013 to 2019, there was an increase from $58,802 to $68,757. However, 2020 saw a decline to $54,128. While there was a brief recovery in 2021 ($62,817), the median income dropped again in 2022 to $54,116. The period of highest income growth (2017-2019) coincided with the most rapid increase in racial diversity.
The population has remained relatively stable over the decade, fluctuating between about 1,400 and 1,600 residents. This stability in population, combined with the income fluctuations, might indicate changing economic conditions for existing residents rather than significant demographic turnover.
The slow diversification trend in Azalea aligns with broader national patterns of increasing diversity in suburban areas, although at a much slower pace. The economic downturn in 2020 is consistent with national trends related to the COVID-19 pandemic, but the continued economic challenges in 2022 might suggest that Azalea is experiencing a slower recovery compared to national averages.
The persistence of a strong White Majority in Azalea contrasts with many urban areas across the United States that have seen more rapid diversification. This could be due to Azalea's location in a more rural part of Alabama, which typically sees slower demographic changes compared to urban centers.
Azalea remains a predominantly White, Low Diversity community, but shows early signs of gradual diversification. The economic fluctuations over the past decade, particularly the recent downturn, may play a role in shaping future demographic trends in this Alabama neighborhood.
