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Demographic Analysis of Kingsport, Tennessee: A Study of Racial Composition and Economic Trends
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Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Kingsport, Tennessee, exhibits characteristics of Low Diversity, with a predominantly White population (92% in 2022). The city's median income of $49,841 in 2022 reflects a moderate economic status, slightly below the national median. Despite minimal racial diversity, the city has experienced subtle demographic shifts and economic fluctuations over the past decade.
Kingsport has consistently maintained its status as a Low Diversity community throughout the observed period (2013-2022). The White population has remained stable at 92%, indicating little change in the overall racial composition. However, there are subtle shifts worth noting. The Hispanic population increased from 1% in 2013 to 2% in 2016, maintaining this level through 2022. The population of two or more races grew from 2% in 2013 to 3% in 2022. The Asian population emerged at 1% from 2018 onwards. These changes suggest a slow trend towards slightly increased diversity, though not enough to shift the city out of the Low Diversity category.
The median income in Kingsport has shown overall growth, albeit with some fluctuations. In 2013, the median income was $46,542. It peaked at $51,800 in 2019, before declining slightly to $49,841 in 2022. The overall trend shows a modest increase in median income, with a 7.1% growth from 2013 to 2022. This growth, however, has not been consistent, with a notable decline between 2019 and 2022. Population figures have remained relatively stable, ranging from a low of 72,141 in 2013 to a high of 74,108 in 2022, representing a modest 2.7% growth over the decade.
Kingsport's demographic composition has remained notably stable. This suggests that the city may be experiencing less influx of diverse populations compared to national averages. The modest income growth aligns with broader trends of slow wage increases seen in many parts of the country, particularly in smaller cities.
Based on the observed trends, Kingsport is likely to maintain its Low Diversity status in the near future. However, the slow but steady increase in Hispanic, multiracial, and Asian populations suggests a gradual shift towards slightly more diversity. If these trends continue, Kingsport might eventually transition into a Transitional Community category, albeit at a much slower pace than many other U.S. cities.
Economically, the city may continue to see modest income growth, but the recent decline suggests potential economic challenges. The stability in population indicates that dramatic economic shifts are unlikely unless influenced by external factors such as new industries or regional economic policies.
In conclusion, while Kingsport remains a predominantly White, Low Diversity community, subtle demographic shifts and moderate economic changes hint at a slow evolution towards a slightly more diverse and economically dynamic future. However, significant changes would likely take several more decades at the current pace.
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