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Demographic Analysis of Sayre Street District: A Predominantly Black Neighborhood in Transition
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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 Sayre Street District in Montgomery, Alabama, currently exhibits a "Low Diversity" demographic profile, with a strong Black majority of 72% in 2022. This neighborhood has experienced significant economic growth over the past decade, with median income rising from $19,545 in 2013 to $30,057 in 2022. The area is known for its historical significance in the Civil Rights movement of the 1950s and 1960s.
The Sayre Street District has consistently maintained a "Low Diversity" categorization throughout the analyzed period (2013-2022), with the Black population consistently representing over 75% of residents. The Black population percentage has decreased from 84% in 2013 to 72% in 2022, indicating a gradual diversification. The White population has remained relatively stable, fluctuating between 11-15% throughout the decade. The most notable change is the increase in the "Two or More Races" category, rising from 0% in 2013 to 13% in 2022.
The neighborhood has experienced significant economic growth. Median income has increased by 53.8% from 2013 to 2022, rising from $19,545 to $30,057. Despite the economic growth, the population has shown a slight overall decline, from 660 in 2013 to 718 in 2022, with fluctuations in between. The increase in median income coincides with the gradual diversification of the neighborhood, particularly the growth in the "Two or More Races" category.
The 53.8% increase in median income over a decade is significant and likely outpaces national averages, suggesting rapid economic development in the area. Despite economic changes, the neighborhood has maintained its predominantly Black population, which is notable given trends of gentrification often associated with rapid income growth in urban areas. The gradual increase in diversity, particularly in the "Two or More Races" category, aligns with national trends of increasing multiracial populations in the United States.
The Sayre Street District presents a case of economic growth within a historically Black neighborhood. While still categorized as "Low Diversity," the area shows early signs of transitioning towards greater diversity. This change, coupled with significant income growth, suggests a neighborhood in transition, balancing economic development with preservation of its historical demographic character. The coming years will be crucial in determining whether this area will continue its trajectory towards "Moderate Diversity" or maintain its current demographic profile.
