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Demographic Analysis of Piedmont Park: A Predominantly Black Neighborhood in Winston-Salem
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Piedmont Park, a neighborhood in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, exhibits a "Low Diversity" demographic profile with a Black Majority of 81% as of 2022. The area has experienced economic fluctuations over the past decade, with a current median income of $22,278. This neighborhood is near Winston-Salem State University, a historically Black university, which may influence its demographic composition.
Throughout the analyzed period (2013-2022), Piedmont Park has maintained a "Low Diversity" categorization with a Black Majority. The Black population has remained dominant, fluctuating between 69% and 82%. The Hispanic population increased from 11% in 2013 to 22% in 2020, before declining to 12% in 2022. The White population decreased from 12% in 2013 to 6% in 2022. By 2022, 1% of residents identified as two or more races.
The neighborhood has experienced economic fluctuations correlating with these demographic shifts. Median income rose from $11,370 in 2013 to $22,278 in 2022. There was a sharp drop in median income to $13,179 in 2021, coinciding with a significant population decrease. The population has been unstable, ranging from 567 in 2016 to 278 in 2021, before partially recovering to 387 in 2022.
The continued Black Majority status of Piedmont Park reflects patterns of racial segregation often seen in urban areas across the United States, particularly in the South. Despite the increase in median income, the 2022 figure of $22,278 remains below the national median household income, highlighting economic challenges in this community. The neighborhood's proximity to Winston-Salem State University likely contributes to its stable Black Majority status.
In conclusion, Piedmont Park has maintained a consistent demographic profile over the past decade, while experiencing economic improvements and population volatility. The community's trajectory suggests an interplay between racial composition, economic factors, and possibly external influences such as the nearby university and broader urban trends.
