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Demographic Analysis of Semmes, Alabama: A Study of Racial Composition from 2013 to 2022
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Semmes, Alabama, as of 2022, is classified as a "Low Diversity" community with a White Majority. The city has a population of 26,747 and a median income of $59,632, indicating a moderate-sized suburban area with a middle-class economic profile. These current demographics are the result of gradual changes over the past decade.
Over the past ten years, Semmes has maintained its status as a White Majority community, but has shown a trend towards increased diversity. The percentage of white residents has decreased from 80% in 2013 to 73% in 2022. This change indicates a slow transition away from the "Low Diversity" category.
The most notable change has been in the Black population, which increased from 13% in 2013 to 21% in 2022. This growth suggests a trend towards a "Moderate Diversity" classification, although the city has not yet reached that threshold. Other minority groups have shown minimal changes, with slight increases in Hispanic and Two or More Races categories, and a small emergence of an Asian population by 2022.
The median income in Semmes has fluctuated over the decade, with an overall upward trend. Starting at $56,181 in 2013, it reached a peak of $66,891 in 2021 before settling at $59,632 in 2022. This general increase in median income correlates with the gradual diversification of the population. The population has grown steadily from 23,883 in 2013 to 26,747 in 2022, a 12% increase over the decade.
The trends observed in Semmes align with broader patterns seen in many suburban areas across the United States. The gradual diversification of previously homogeneous communities is a common trend, often driven by factors such as suburban expansion, changing work patterns, and evolving housing preferences.
Based on the observed trends, it is likely that Semmes will continue its gradual transition towards greater diversity. If current trends persist, the city may transition from "Low Diversity" to "Moderate Diversity" within the next 5-10 years. The white population may fall below 70%, while the Black population could approach or exceed 25%.
Economically, the fluctuations in median income suggest some volatility, but the overall trend is positive. Continued economic growth could further drive demographic changes by attracting a more diverse workforce.
Semmes appears to be in a slow but steady transition from a "Low Diversity" community with a strong White Majority towards a more diverse demographic profile. This transition, coupled with economic growth and population increase, suggests a community in flux, potentially moving towards a "Transitional Community" status in the coming years. These changes are likely to have significant impacts on local culture, politics, and community dynamics.
