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Demographic Analysis of Capitol District: A Low Diversity, Black Majority Neighborhood in Montgomery, Alabama
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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 Capitol District of Montgomery, Alabama, is classified as a "Low Diversity" neighborhood with a "Black Majority" of 78% as of 2022. This area, which includes the Alabama State Capitol, has undergone significant demographic and economic changes over the last decade. In 2022, the neighborhood had a median income of $23,641 and a population of 529.
The Capitol District has maintained its status as a "Black Majority" area throughout the analyzed period. From 2013 to 2018, the Black majority strengthened, increasing from 78% to 86%. From 2018 to 2022, there was a slight diversification trend, with the Black population percentage decreasing from 86% to 78%. The White population fluctuated, decreasing from 19% in 2013 to 12% in 2017, then increasing to 18% by 2022. A small Hispanic population emerged, growing from 1% in 2013 to 2% in 2022.
The economic trajectory of the Capitol District shows a generally positive trend with fluctuations. Median income increased from $15,578 in 2013 to $24,092 in 2017, a 54.7% increase. After 2017, incomes became more volatile, dropping to $17,657 in 2018 before recovering to $23,641 by 2022. Despite income fluctuations, the population grew modestly from 447 in 2013 to 529 in 2022.
The Capitol District's demographic and economic trends reflect broader patterns seen in many urban areas across the Southern United States. The maintenance of a strong Black majority is consistent with historical patterns of racial segregation in many Southern cities. The median income, while showing improvement, remains below national averages. The income and slight demographic shifts post-2017 might indicate urban renewal efforts or changing perceptions of inner-city living. The gradual increase in Hispanic population and the slight rebound in White population percentage align with broader trends of increasing diversity in urban cores across the U.S., albeit at a slower pace in this neighborhood.
In conclusion, the Capitol District remains a "Low Diversity" area with a strong "Black Majority." Subtle shifts in demographics and notable changes in economic conditions over the past decade suggest a neighborhood in slow transition. These changes may indicate the early stages of broader urban demographic shifts and economic development efforts in Montgomery's historic core.
