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Demographic Analysis of LaSalle College Park: A Predominantly Black Neighborhood in Detroit
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
LaSalle College Park, a neighborhood in Detroit, Michigan, exhibits characteristics of Low Diversity with a predominant Black Majority. As of 2022, 94% of the population identifies as Black, with minimal representation from other racial groups. The neighborhood has experienced population decline, dropping from 8,378 residents in 2010 to 5,329 in 2022. This decline aligns with broader trends in Detroit. The median income in LaSalle College Park is $31,412 in 2022, reflecting economic challenges faced by many Detroit neighborhoods.
Throughout the analyzed period (2013-2022), LaSalle College Park has consistently maintained its status as a Black Majority neighborhood. The percentage of Black residents has remained above 90% throughout, reaching a peak of 96% in 2016 and settling at 94% in 2022. This stability in racial composition suggests that the neighborhood has not transitioned between diversity categories over the past decade.
There have been subtle shifts within the minority populations. The White population decreased from 4% in 2013 to 3% in 2022. The Hispanic population grew from 1% in 2013 to 2% in 2022. The emergence of a small but consistent Two or More Races category (1%) from 2017 onwards indicates a slight increase in diversity.
The median income in LaSalle College Park has shown a general upward trend, albeit with fluctuations. From 2013 to 2019, there was an increase from $21,090 to $32,966, representing a 56% growth. There was a decline in 2020 to $28,815, likely due to the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. By 2022, the median income had partially recovered to $31,412, but remained below the 2019 peak.
This economic trajectory correlates with the population decline. As the population decreased from 6,472 in 2013 to 5,329 in 2022, the median income generally improved. This could suggest that while some residents may have left the neighborhood, those who remained saw some economic improvement.
The demographic stability of LaSalle College Park contrasts with broader national trends towards increasing diversity. The economic improvements, though modest, are noteworthy given Detroit's economic challenges. However, the median income of $31,412 in 2022 still falls significantly below the national median household income, which was around $70,784 in 2021.
The population decline in LaSalle College Park mirrors Detroit's overall trend of population loss, which has been ongoing since the mid-20th century due to deindustrialization, suburban migration, and economic challenges. The slight population increase from 2020 to 2021 (5,355 to 5,461) could potentially indicate a stabilization or the beginning of a modest recovery, though it's too early to determine if this is a lasting trend.
In conclusion, LaSalle College Park has maintained its status as a Low Diversity, Black Majority neighborhood over the past decade, experiencing subtle demographic shifts and moderate economic improvements. These changes occur within the context of Detroit's broader challenges and recovery efforts, reflecting both the resilience and ongoing struggles of this urban community.
