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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Oberbeck Farm, a neighborhood in Charlotte, North Carolina, exhibits characteristics of Low Diversity. The white population comprises 84% of residents in 2022. The area has maintained a stable demographic composition over the past decade, with a slight trend towards increased diversity. Economically, the neighborhood has experienced growth, with median income rising from $88,518 in 2013 to $95,305 in 2022. Oberbeck Farm is known for its historical agricultural roots, which may contribute to its demographic profile within Charlotte.
Throughout the analyzed period (2013-2022), Oberbeck Farm has consistently fallen under the Low Diversity category, with the white population maintaining a significant majority. The white population decreased from 86% in 2013 to 84% in 2022, while the black population increased from 7% to 11%. The Hispanic population doubled from 2% to 4% between 2013 and 2021, although it slightly decreased to 3% in 2022. The Asian population remained relatively stable, fluctuating between 1-3% throughout the decade. These changes suggest a gradual trend towards increased racial representation.
The neighborhood has experienced overall economic growth, with some fluctuations. Median income increased by about 7.7% from 2013 to 2022, rising from $88,518 to $95,305. A notable spike occurred in 2021, with median income reaching $110,662, before returning to previous levels in 2022. Population has remained relatively stable, growing slightly from 623 in 2013 to 657 in 2022. The economic growth appears to have occurred alongside the subtle increases in diversity.
Oberbeck Farm's demographic composition contrasts with national trends towards increasing diversity in urban areas. Its maintenance of a strong white majority suggests it may be a more traditional or established neighborhood within Charlotte. The neighborhood's median income ($95,305 in 2022) is significantly higher than the national median household income (which was around $70,784 in 2021), indicating that Oberbeck Farm is a relatively affluent area. The gradual increase in diversity aligns with broader national trends of increasing racial diversity in suburban and urban areas across the United States.
Oberbeck Farm remains a predominantly white, affluent neighborhood, but shows signs of gradual diversification. This trend, coupled with steady economic growth, suggests a community that is slowly evolving while maintaining its desirability and economic stability. The coming years may see this neighborhood continue its transition towards greater diversity, potentially shifting from Low Diversity to Moderate Diversity if current trends persist.