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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The Northridge neighborhood in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, is classified as a "Black Majority" community based on demographic data. As of 2022, the Black population comprises 71% of the neighborhood. The median income in Northridge was $49,227 in 2022. The area is notable for the former Northridge Mall, which closed in 2003 and has been subject to redevelopment discussions.
Over the past decade, Northridge has maintained its status as a "Black Majority" community. From 2013 to 2016, the Black population percentage decreased from 67% to 60%, while the White population remained around 22-24%. From 2017 onwards, the Black population percentage increased, reaching 79% in 2020 before settling at 71% in 2022. The Asian population increased from 1% in 2013 to 9% in 2022, indicating potential demographic diversification.
The median income in Northridge has fluctuated significantly. From 2013 to 2016, it ranged between $24,000 and $30,000. In 2017, it spiked to $50,777. Post-2017, income levels remained higher than pre-2017 levels but continued to fluctuate, dropping to $27,970 in 2021 before rising to $49,227 in 2022. The population has declined from 2,205 in 2013 to 1,358 in 2022.
The persistent Black majority in Northridge reflects Milwaukee's status as one of the most segregated cities in the United States. The increasing Asian population aligns with a national trend of growing Asian communities in urban areas. The economic volatility in Northridge, particularly the sharp increase in median income in 2017 followed by fluctuations, may indicate broader economic changes or targeted development initiatives. This pattern differs from national trends, which generally showed more steady income growth over the same period.
The overall population decline in Northridge contrasts with many urban areas that have experienced population growth over the past decade. This suggests that local factors, possibly related to the closure of Northridge Mall and subsequent lack of economic anchors, may be influencing residential patterns in the neighborhood.
Northridge maintains its character as a Black Majority community, but subtle demographic shifts and significant economic fluctuations indicate a neighborhood in transition. The interplay between these demographic and economic changes, along with potential redevelopment efforts, will likely continue to shape the future of this Milwaukee neighborhood.
