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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Park City, a neighborhood in Knoxville, Tennessee, exhibits a Black Majority, with the Black population comprising 74% of residents as of 2022. This predominantly African American community has maintained its demographic composition over the past decade while experiencing modest economic growth. Park City is known for its historical significance in Knoxville's African American heritage, with roots tracing back to the post-Civil War era when it developed as a center for Black businesses and culture.
Throughout the analyzed period (2013-2022), Park City has consistently maintained its status as a Black Majority community. The percentage of Black residents has remained relatively stable, fluctuating between 71% and 77%. This stability suggests a strong, established African American community with deep local ties.
There have been subtle shifts in other racial groups. The White population has shown a slight increase from 17% in 2013 to 17% in 2022, with some fluctuations in between. The Hispanic population has grown from 3% in 2013 to 5% in 2022, indicating a gradual increase in diversity. The percentage of residents identifying as two or more races has remained steady at around 3-4%.
Park City has experienced economic growth over the past decade. Median income has risen from $18,867 in 2013 to $24,231 in 2022, representing a 28.4% increase. The most substantial growth occurred between 2020 and 2021, with median income increasing from $25,220 to $27,656. Despite this growth, Park City's median income remains below the national average, indicating ongoing economic challenges.
The population has fluctuated over the years, peaking at 6,444 in 2015 and declining to 5,564 in 2022. This population decrease, coupled with income growth, might suggest gentrification pressures or changing neighborhood dynamics.
The stability of the Black majority in Park City contrasts with many urban areas experiencing rapid gentrification and demographic shifts. The gradual increase in Hispanic population aligns with national trends of growing Hispanic communities in various urban areas. The economic growth, while significant for the neighborhood, still leaves Park City with a median income below national averages, highlighting persistent economic disparities often faced by predominantly Black communities.
Park City represents a stable Black Majority community showing signs of slow diversification and economic improvement. While maintaining its core demographic character, the neighborhood is experiencing gradual changes that may reshape its socio-economic landscape in the coming years. The challenge for Park City will be to leverage its economic growth to benefit long-term residents while managing potential pressures of gentrification and maintaining its cultural heritage.