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Demographic Analysis of Northview Hills: A Study of Racial Majority and Economic Growth
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Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Northview Hills, a neighborhood in Tampa, Florida, exhibits characteristics of a "Racial Majority" community with a predominant Black population of 69% in 2022. The area has experienced significant demographic and economic changes over the past decade. Northview Hills has seen population growth from 2,860 in 2010 to 4,662 in 2022, suggesting a rapidly developing urban landscape.
From 2013 to 2022, Northview Hills has maintained its status as a "Racial Majority" community, with the Black population forming the majority. The Black population increased from 58% in 2013 to 69% in 2022. The Hispanic population fluctuated between 17-25%, showing a slight overall decline from 20% in 2013 to 17% in 2022. The White population decreased from 20% in 2013 to 7% in 2022. There has been an increase in the "Two or More Races" category, from 1% in 2013 to 5% in 2022.
The neighborhood has experienced economic growth alongside its demographic changes. Median income rose from $31,752 in 2013 to $41,637 in 2022, an increase of about 31%. The population grew by 57% in the same period, from 2,968 to 4,662.
The growth in median income outpaces typical inflation rates, suggesting real economic improvement in the neighborhood. The population growth of 57% in 9 years is high, potentially indicating that Northview Hills is becoming an attractive area for new residents, particularly within the Black community. The trend of increasing racial homogeneity contrasts with many urban areas across the US that are experiencing increasing diversity.
Northview Hills presents a case of a neighborhood experiencing both demographic consolidation and economic growth. This pattern suggests a strengthening Black community that is seeing improved economic prospects, potentially making the area more attractive to similar demographics. The decrease in other racial groups, particularly White and Hispanic populations, raises questions about the factors driving this demographic shift and its implications for the neighborhood's future development and diversity.
