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Demographic Analysis of Cedar View: A Study of Racial Composition and Income
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Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Cedar View, a neighborhood in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, exhibits a demographic profile categorized as "Low Diversity" as of 2022. The population is 94% white, indicating a strong White Majority. The neighborhood's median income is $94,763 in 2022, suggesting an affluent community. Cedar View is known for its green spaces and well-maintained parks.
Over the past decade, Cedar View has experienced demographic changes. In 2013, the neighborhood had "Low Diversity" with an 85% White Majority. From 2014 to 2020, there was a gradual shift towards "Moderate Diversity," with a decrease in white residents and modest increases in Black and Asian residents.
Between 2020 and 2022, a significant shift occurred, reverting the neighborhood to "Low Diversity." The white population increased from 81% in 2020 to 94% in 2022, while other racial groups declined. This change could be categorized as a reverse "Transitional Community," moving away from diversity.
The median income in Cedar View has fluctuated but remained high. There appears to be a correlation between income levels and racial composition. The highest median income of $116,770 in 2021 coincided with increased racial homogeneity (89% white). Years with slightly more diversity saw relatively lower median incomes, though still above national averages.
Cedar View's population has been declining steadily since 2016, dropping from 553 to 434 in 2022. This population decrease, combined with increasing racial homogeneity and high median income, suggests potential gentrification or exclusionary housing practices.
The demographic trends in Cedar View contrast with national trends of increasing diversity in urban and suburban areas. Cedar View is moving in the opposite direction, possibly due to housing policies, school zoning, or socio-economic barriers to entry.
Cedar View's high median income sets it apart from many areas in North Carolina and the United States. In 2022, North Carolina's median household income was approximately $60,516, significantly lower than Cedar View's $94,763. This economic disparity could contribute to the neighborhood's demographic composition and resistance to diversification.
Cedar View presents a case of a neighborhood that has diverged from national trends towards increased diversity. Its evolution from a moderately diverse community to one of low diversity, combined with high median incomes and declining population, indicates complex socio-economic dynamics. These trends raise questions about housing affordability, community integration, and the long-term sustainability of demographically homogeneous enclaves in diverse urban landscapes.
