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Demographic Analysis of Betmar LaVilla: A Predominantly Black Neighborhood in Atlanta
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Betmar LaVilla, a neighborhood in Atlanta, Georgia, exhibits a demographic profile characterized as "Low Diversity" with a strong Black majority. As of 2022, the Black population constitutes 84% of the neighborhood, with a median income of $30,278. This area holds historical significance in Atlanta's African American community.
Over the past decade, Betmar LaVilla has maintained its status as a "Low Diversity" neighborhood with a strong Black majority. However, subtle shifts in the racial composition have occurred. The Black population has experienced a gradual decrease from 93% in 2017 to 84% in 2022. Concurrently, there has been a noticeable increase in the Hispanic population (from 1% in 2017 to 3% in 2022) and those identifying as two or more races (from 0% in 2017 to 7% in 2022). These changes suggest that Betmar LaVilla may be entering a phase as a "Transitional Community," with increasing diversity at a slow pace.
The neighborhood has experienced significant fluctuations in median income over the past decade. From 2013 to 2018, there was a steady increase in median income from $18,798 to $25,973. The period from 2019 to 2022 saw more dramatic changes, with a peak of $37,774 in 2021 before dropping to $30,278 in 2022. Despite fluctuations, the general trend shows an improvement in median income over the decade. Population trends have been relatively stable, with minor fluctuations between 400-500 residents throughout the period.
The median income in Betmar LaVilla ($30,278 in 2022) is likely below both the Atlanta and national averages, indicating persistent economic challenges. The neighborhood has maintained its predominantly Black character despite broader trends of gentrification in many urban areas across the U.S. The gradual increase in Hispanic and multiracial populations aligns with national trends of increasing diversity, though at a slower pace than many urban areas.
Betmar LaVilla represents a historically Black neighborhood that is showing early signs of demographic transition and economic improvement. While it remains a "Low Diversity" area, the subtle shifts in racial composition and the overall positive trend in median income suggest a neighborhood in the early stages of change. These trends may have implications for community cohesion, local services, and future development initiatives in the area.
