The Hispanic population grew from 3% to 5% between 2013 and 2022. The percentage of residents identifying as two or more races increased from 1% to 4%. These changes indicate a trend towards increased diversity, albeit gradually.

The median income in the Seventh Ward improved over the decade, rising from $22,227 in 2013 to $27,925 in 2022, an increase of about 25.6%. This economic growth correlates with the demographic shifts, suggesting a possible link between increasing diversity and improving economic conditions.

Despite this improvement, the median income remains low compared to national averages. The most substantial increase in median income occurred between 2019 and 2020, rising from $23,617 to $27,624.

The demographic changes in the Seventh Ward reflect broader trends seen in many urban areas across the United States, where historically Black neighborhoods are experiencing gradual diversification and gentrification. The increase in the White population percentage and rising median incomes are often indicators of such processes.

The rate of change in the Seventh Ward appears slower than in some other rapidly gentrifying urban areas. The economic improvements, while notable, still leave the Seventh Ward below the median household income for New Orleans as a whole and significantly below the national median.

The Seventh Ward of New Orleans is undergoing a gradual transition from a highly homogeneous Black community towards a more diverse neighborhood, though it remains predominantly Black. This demographic shift is accompanied by modest economic improvements, but the area still faces economic disparities compared to city and national averages.