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Demographic Analysis of Bagley, Detroit: A Predominantly Black Neighborhood (2013-2022)
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Bagley, a neighborhood in Detroit, Michigan, exhibits a demographic profile characterized as Low Diversity, with a predominant Black population of 90% as of 2022. This community has experienced subtle shifts in its racial composition over the past decade, alongside fluctuations in median income. Bagley is known for its well-preserved examples of early 20th-century residential architecture, particularly bungalows and Tudor Revival homes.
Throughout the analyzed period (2013-2022), Bagley has consistently maintained a Low Diversity classification, with the Black population remaining the overwhelming majority. The Black population has seen a slight decrease from 97% in 2013 to 90% in 2022. There has been a small but noticeable increase in the White population, from 1% in 2013 to 4% in 2022. A small Asian community has emerged, growing from 0% in 2013 to 2% in 2022. There have been minor fluctuations in other racial categories, but they remain relatively small.
The median income in Bagley has shown some volatility over the years. From 2013 to 2016, there was a significant decline from $40,527 to $35,021. From 2016 to 2022, the trend reversed, with median income steadily increasing to $43,173 by 2022. This U-shaped trend in income coincides with the gradual diversification of the neighborhood. Population figures have remained relatively stable, fluctuating between about 17,500 and 18,300 residents throughout the period.
The trends observed in Bagley reflect broader patterns seen in many urban neighborhoods across the United States, particularly in cities with historically high Black populations like Detroit. The gradual increase in diversity, albeit small, aligns with national trends of increasing racial diversity in urban areas. However, the pace of change in Bagley appears slower than in many other urban neighborhoods, maintaining its character as a predominantly Black community.
The economic recovery seen in Bagley since 2016 mirrors improvements in the broader Detroit economy, which has seen gradual revitalization efforts in recent years. However, the median income in Bagley remains below the national average, reflecting ongoing economic challenges in many Detroit neighborhoods.
In conclusion, while Bagley has maintained its status as a Low Diversity, predominantly Black neighborhood over the past decade, subtle shifts towards increased diversity and economic improvement are evident. These changes, though gradual, may signal the beginning of a longer-term trend towards greater diversity and economic development in this historic Detroit neighborhood.
