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Demographic Analysis of Eastgate: A Low Diversity Neighborhood in Roanoke, Virginia
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Eastgate, a neighborhood in Roanoke, Virginia, exhibits a demographic profile categorized as "Low Diversity" based on established terminology. As of 2022, the neighborhood has a White majority comprising 87% of the population, with a median income of $66,902. Eastgate has maintained this low diversity status over the past decade, despite minor changes in its racial composition and economic indicators. The neighborhood has a relatively stable population of approximately 2,500 residents, indicating an established community with limited urban growth or decline.
From 2013 to 2022, Eastgate consistently remained in the "Low Diversity" category, with the White population exceeding 75% throughout this period. The White population percentage decreased slightly from 85% in 2013 to 87% in 2022, with a peak of 95% from 2017 to 2019. The Black population decreased from 11% in 2013 to 4% in 2022. There was a small increase in Asian and Hispanic populations, both rising from 0% to 2% and 3% respectively over the decade. The emergence of a "Two or More Races" category (4% in 2022) indicates a trend towards slightly increased diversity.
The median income in Eastgate has fluctuated over the years. It peaked in 2013 at $68,721 before decreasing to $53,349 in 2014. There was a general upward trend from 2014 to 2019, reaching $65,618. A decrease occurred in 2020 ($57,577), potentially due to the COVID-19 pandemic. By 2022, the median income had recovered to $66,902, nearly reaching its 2013 peak.
These economic trends appear to correlate loosely with demographic shifts. The period of highest income (2013) coincided with the highest percentage of Black residents (11%), while the subsequent decrease in Black population corresponded with an initial drop in median income. The gradual increase in diversity from 2017 onwards generally aligns with a recovering and then increasing median income.
Eastgate's persistent "Low Diversity" status contrasts with national trends towards increasing diversity in many urban and suburban areas. The neighborhood's median income of $66,902 in 2022 is above the national median household income (which was around $70,784 in 2021), suggesting a relatively affluent community. The slight increase in diversity over the decade, while modest, aligns with broader national trends of increasing racial and ethnic diversity in many communities.
In conclusion, while Eastgate remains a predominantly White, low-diversity neighborhood, subtle shifts in its demographic makeup and economic indicators suggest a slow trend towards increased diversity and economic growth. These changes, though gradual, may have implications for local community dynamics, housing markets, and public services in the coming years.
