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Demographic Analysis of Hyatt Park: A Predominantly Black Neighborhood in Columbia, South Carolina
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Hyatt Park, a neighborhood in Columbia, South Carolina, is categorized as a "Racial Majority" community with a predominant Black population. As of 2022, 79% of residents identify as Black, classifying Hyatt Park as a "Low Diversity" area. The neighborhood's median income of $35,819 in 2022 is below the national average. Hyatt Park is known for its historic significance, with several buildings listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Over the past decade, Hyatt Park has maintained its status as a "Racial Majority" community with a Black majority. The Black population percentage increased from 78% in 2013 to a peak of 82% in 2021, before decreasing to 79% in 2022. The White population decreased from 17% in 2013 to 14% in 2018-2020, before rising to 19% in 2022. The Hispanic population ranged from 1% to 5% over the decade. These shifts suggest a slight trend towards increased diversity in recent years, though the neighborhood remains in the "Low Diversity" category.
The economic landscape of Hyatt Park has shown volatility over the past decade. Median income decreased from $36,596 in 2013 to $31,851 in 2018. There was a recovery from 2018 to 2020, with median income rising to $36,685. Since 2020, there has been a slight decline to $35,819 in 2022. These economic fluctuations correlate with demographic shifts. The period of lowest median income coincided with the highest percentage of Black residents and lowest percentage of White residents.
Hyatt Park's demographic and economic trends reflect broader patterns observed in many urban areas across the United States. These include the persistence of racial segregation in urban neighborhoods, economic challenges in predominantly minority neighborhoods, and recent trends towards slight increases in diversity. However, Hyatt Park's changes are relatively modest compared to more dramatic demographic shifts seen in rapidly gentrifying urban areas in larger cities.
The neighborhood's strong Black majority has remained stable, suggesting a resilient community identity despite economic fluctuations. While Hyatt Park has maintained its status as a "Racial Majority" and "Low Diversity" community over the past decade, recent trends suggest a potential for gradual diversification. The economic challenges faced by the neighborhood, as reflected in median income figures, underscore the need for targeted economic development initiatives to support this historic community's residents and preserve its cultural heritage.
