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Demographic Analysis of Geiger Street Neighborhood: Racial Diversity and Economic Trends
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Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The Geiger Street neighborhood in Covington, Georgia, is classified as a "Moderate Diversity" community with a "Black Plurality" as of 2022. The neighborhood has a population of 2,529 and a median income of $38,170. This area has undergone significant demographic changes over the past decade.
In 2013, the neighborhood had a "Black Plurality" with 47% of the population identifying as Black. The community has alternated between "Black Plurality" and "Moderate Diversity" categories over the years. In 2017, there was a temporary shift to a "White Majority" (57%), but this quickly returned to a more diverse composition in subsequent years.
The Asian population has shown fluctuations, increasing from 1% in 2013 to 11% in 2022. The Hispanic population has remained relatively stable at 5-6% throughout the decade, with a brief increase to 10% in 2016.
The median income in the neighborhood has generally increased, rising from $29,656 in 2013 to $38,170 in 2022. This growth has not been consistent. There was a significant increase to $46,666 in 2019, followed by a sharp decline to $38,170 in 2020. Periods of higher diversity appear to correlate with higher median incomes.
The population of the neighborhood has fluctuated over the decade, reaching a low of 1,890 in 2017 and increasing to 2,529 by 2022. This population recovery aligns with the return to a more diverse racial composition.
The demographic shifts in the Geiger Street neighborhood reflect broader trends seen in many urban and suburban areas across the United States. The increasing diversity, particularly the growth in the Asian population, mirrors national trends. The economic fluctuations, especially the decline in median income from 2019 to 2020, likely reflect the nationwide economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
The Geiger Street neighborhood has demonstrated a dynamic demographic profile over the past decade, transitioning between various diversity categories while experiencing both economic growth and challenges. These changes reflect the area's adaptability to broader socio-economic trends and suggest a community in transition.
