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Demographic Analysis of Carroll - Camden Industrial Area: A Black Majority Neighborhood in Baltimore
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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 Carroll - Camden Industrial Area in Baltimore, Maryland, exhibits a distinct demographic profile as of 2022. The population stands at 1,406 with a median income of $50,141. This neighborhood is classified as a "Black Majority" community, with 62% of residents identifying as Black. The area has experienced notable changes in population and income over the past decade, reflecting the dynamic nature of urban industrial zones and their surrounding communities.
From 2013 to 2022, the neighborhood has maintained its status as a "Black Majority" community. The Black population percentage has decreased slightly from 64% in 2013 to 62% in 2022. The Hispanic population has increased from 4% in 2013 to 9% in 2022. The White population has declined from 31% in 2013 to 21% in 2022. The "Two or More Races" category has grown from 0% in 2013 to 5% in 2022. These changes suggest a trend towards increased diversity within the Black Majority framework.
The median income in the neighborhood has fluctuated significantly. It decreased from $40,500 in 2013 to $28,470 in 2016. Subsequently, there was a substantial recovery and growth phase, reaching $57,367 in 2021. As of 2022, the median income is $50,141, showing a slight decline from the previous year but remaining significantly higher than the 2016 low point.
These economic shifts correlate with the demographic changes. The period of lowest income in 2016 coincided with the highest percentage of Black residents at 68%. The subsequent income recovery aligns with the gradual increase in Hispanic population and the growth of the "Two or More Races" category. The slight income decline from 2021 to 2022 occurred alongside a small increase in the Black population percentage.
The growth in Hispanic population and multiracial residents aligns with national trends of increasing diversity in urban areas. The economic fluctuations may reflect broader economic challenges and recoveries experienced in many industrial urban areas across the United States. The maintenance of a Black Majority despite increasing diversity is characteristic of many historically Black neighborhoods in major cities, where demographic changes occur gradually.
The Carroll - Camden Industrial Area demonstrates a complex interplay of racial demographics and economic factors. While maintaining its status as a Black Majority community, it shows signs of transitioning towards greater diversity. The economic volatility experienced over the past decade, coupled with these demographic shifts, suggests a neighborhood in flux, potentially reflecting broader urban renewal or gentrification processes common in industrial areas of major cities. The community's ability to maintain a stable population despite these changes indicates resilience, but also points to the ongoing challenges of balancing economic growth with community preservation in urban environments.
