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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Dixie Hills, a neighborhood in Atlanta, Georgia, is characterized as a "Low Diversity" community with a strong "Racial Majority" of Black residents. As of 2022, the neighborhood has a population of 1,877 and a median income of $34,145. Dixie Hills has historically been a predominantly African American neighborhood, with roots tracing back to the Civil Rights Movement era.
Over the past decade, Dixie Hills has maintained its status as a "Low Diversity" community with a "Black Majority." From 2013 to 2018, the Black population comprised 98-99% of the neighborhood. From 2019 onwards, there has been a slight shift towards becoming a "Transitional Community," with a gradual decrease in the Black population percentage and an increase in Hispanic and White residents.
The Black population decreased from 96% in 2019 to 87% in 2022. The Hispanic population increased from 0% in 2018 to 11% in 2022. The White population increased from 0% in 2019 to 2% in 2022. This transition indicates a trend towards increasing diversity in the neighborhood.
The median income in Dixie Hills has fluctuated over the years, showing an overall increasing trend from 2013 to 2022, despite some recent dips. In 2013, the median income was $26,181. It peaked at $33,952 in 2016 before recent years, dropped to its lowest in recent years at $25,088 in 2021, and reached its current peak of $34,145 in 2022.
The economic trends correlate with the demographic shifts. As the neighborhood began to diversify slightly from 2019 onwards, there was initially a decline in median income. However, the most recent data for 2022 shows a significant increase in median income, coinciding with the continued diversification of the neighborhood.
The gradual diversification of Dixie Hills aligns with broader trends seen in many urban areas across the United States, where historically segregated neighborhoods are experiencing demographic changes. The pace of change in Dixie Hills appears to be slower compared to national averages, maintaining its status as a predominantly Black neighborhood.
The median income of $34,145 in 2022 is significantly below the national median household income of approximately $70,784 (as of 2021). This disparity highlights the economic challenges faced by the neighborhood, despite recent improvements.
The slight increase in Hispanic population mirrors broader demographic shifts seen in many Southern cities, where Hispanic communities are growing. However, the rate of change in Dixie Hills is more pronounced than in many other areas.
Dixie Hills remains a predominantly Black neighborhood with "Low Diversity," but shows early signs of transitioning towards a more diverse community. This demographic shift, coupled with recent economic improvements, suggests a neighborhood in the early stages of change. The persistent income gap compared to national averages indicates ongoing socioeconomic challenges that warrant attention and targeted community development efforts.