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Demographic Analysis of Glenham-Belford: A Black Majority Neighborhood in Baltimore
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The neighborhood of Glenham-Belford in Baltimore, Maryland, is classified as a "Black Majority" community based on demographic data from 2022, with 66% of the population identifying as Black. This classification has remained consistent over the past decade, despite some fluctuations. The neighborhood's median income in 2022 was $72,571, reflecting moderate income variations over time. The population size of Glenham-Belford has remained relatively stable, ranging from 6,000 to 7,000 residents, indicating an established community.
From 2013 to 2022, the Black population in Glenham-Belford ranged from 57% to 68%. The percentage decreased from 63% in 2013 to 57% in 2019, then increased to 68% in 2021 before settling at 66% in 2022. The White population, the second-largest group, fluctuated between 28% and 34% over the decade. Small increases were observed in the Hispanic population and those identifying as two or more races.
The median income in Glenham-Belford has shown fluctuations over time. There was a general upward trend from 2013 to 2018, with the median income peaking at $82,516 in 2018. After 2018, a decline was observed, with the median income dropping to $66,932 in 2021 before slightly recovering to $72,571 in 2022. The period of highest income (2017-2018) coincided with the lowest percentage of Black residents and highest percentage of White residents.
The persistent Black majority in Glenham-Belford aligns with Baltimore's overall demographics, as the city is known for its significant African American population. The median income fluctuations, particularly the post-2018 decline, may reflect broader economic trends such as the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on urban areas across the United States. The slight increase in diversity, particularly the growth in the Hispanic population and those identifying as two or more races, is consistent with national trends of increasing diversity in urban areas.
Glenham-Belford has maintained its status as a Black Majority community over the past decade, while experiencing subtle demographic shifts and significant economic fluctuations. These changes reflect both local dynamics and potentially broader urban trends, demonstrating the complex relationship between racial composition and economic factors in shaping neighborhood characteristics.
