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Demographic Analysis of Fountain Park: A Predominantly Black Neighborhood in St. Louis
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Fountain Park, a neighborhood in St. Louis, Missouri, is classified as a "Low Diversity" community with a "Black Majority." As of 2022, the neighborhood has 900 residents, with 87% identifying as Black. The median income in 2022 was $24,209, which is below the national average. Fountain Park features a central park with a historic fountain.
Over the past decade, Fountain Park has maintained its status as a "Black Majority" neighborhood. In 2013, the neighborhood was 100% Black. From 2014 to 2022, the Black population percentage decreased from 98% to 87%. The White population increased from 0% in 2013 to 8% in 2022. The percentage of residents identifying as two or more races increased from 0% in 2013 to 4% in 2022. Fountain Park remains categorized as "Low Diversity" due to the Black population exceeding 75%.
The economic landscape of Fountain Park has changed over the past decade. Median income increased from $17,471 in 2013 to $24,209 in 2022, a 38.6% increase. There was a spike in median income to $45,575 in 2021, followed by a decline in 2022. Despite the overall increase, the median income remains below national averages.
The gradual increase in income correlates with the slight increase in diversity, suggesting new residents may be contributing to economic improvements. Population trends show a decline from 1,893 residents in 2010 to 900 in 2022, a decrease of over 52%.
The demographic trends in Fountain Park reflect broader national patterns of slow increases in diversity in historically segregated neighborhoods. The pace of change in Fountain Park appears to be slower than national averages. The persistent low diversity and economic challenges are common in many urban neighborhoods with a history of racial segregation and disinvestment.
The economic improvements have not kept pace with national income growth rates, suggesting that Fountain Park continues to face economic disparities compared to more affluent areas of St. Louis and the nation.
Fountain Park shows signs of gradual demographic and economic changes but remains a predominantly Black, low-diversity neighborhood facing significant economic challenges. The slow pace of change suggests that targeted community development efforts may be necessary to address persistent disparities and promote more rapid improvements in diversity and economic well-being.
