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Demographic Analysis of Northside/Cherokee Neighborhood: Persistent White Majority and Economic Growth
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The Northside/Cherokee neighborhood in Chattanooga, Tennessee, is characterized by low diversity with a significant White majority of 87% in 2022. The neighborhood's population was 5,652 in 2022, with a median income of $62,090. The area has experienced steady population growth over the past decade.
From 2013 to 2022, the Northside/Cherokee neighborhood maintained its status as a White majority area. The White population fluctuated slightly, from 87% in 2013 to 89% in 2021, then returned to 87% in 2022. The Black population decreased from 10% in 2013 to 5% in 2022. Hispanic and Two or More Races categories showed slight increases from 0% to 1% and 1% to 4% respectively. Despite these minor shifts, the neighborhood remained in the Low Diversity category throughout the decade.
The median income in Northside/Cherokee showed an upward trend, increasing from $50,800 in 2013 to $62,090 in 2022, representing a 22% increase over the decade. This income growth correlates with the maintenance of the White majority status. The population increased from 4,013 in 2013 to 5,652 in 2022, a growth of about 41%.
The trends in Northside/Cherokee align with broader patterns seen in many urban areas across the United States. The combination of rising incomes, population growth, and maintenance of a White majority could indicate gentrification processes. Despite remaining predominantly White, the small increases in Hispanic and multiracial populations reflect national trends of increasing diversity, albeit at a slower pace in this neighborhood. The income growth in Northside/Cherokee outpaces the national average, which saw about a 15% increase in median household income from 2013 to 2022.
Northside/Cherokee has remained a Low Diversity, White majority area over the past decade while experiencing significant economic growth and population increase. These trends suggest a neighborhood that is becoming increasingly affluent and potentially more attractive to new residents, while maintaining its existing demographic character. The challenge for local policymakers may be to balance this growth with efforts to maintain affordability and promote inclusivity for a wider range of residents.
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