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Demographic Analysis of Southeast Marble: A White Majority 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
Southeast Marble, a neighborhood in East Lansing, Michigan, is characterized as a "Low Diversity" community with a "White Majority" as of 2022. The area has a population of 2,064 and a median income of $80,725. The neighborhood's demographic composition and economic dynamics may be influenced by its proximity to Michigan State University.
Over the past decade, Southeast Marble has maintained its status as a "White Majority" community, with the white population consistently above 75% from 2013 to 2022. In 2013, the neighborhood was categorized as "Low Diversity" with 90% white population. By 2018, the white population decreased to 81%, and in 2022, it further decreased to 78%. This gradual change suggests a slow transition towards a more diverse community composition.
The demographic shifts in Southeast Marble correlate with changes in median income. From 2013 to 2022, the median income increased from $53,396 to $80,725, representing a 51% increase over nine years. This income growth coincides with the gradual increase in diversity, particularly the growth in Asian and Hispanic populations. The population has also grown from 1,860 in 2013 to 2,064 in 2022, an 11% increase.
These economic trends indicate that as the neighborhood has become slightly more diverse, it has also become more affluent. This could be due to an influx of highly educated professionals or changes in the local job market, possibly influenced by the university's presence.
The trend towards increased diversity in Southeast Marble aligns with broader national trends of increasing diversity in suburban areas. The significant income growth in Southeast Marble outpaces national averages, suggesting this neighborhood is experiencing more rapid economic development than many other areas in the country. The persistence of a strong white majority, despite slight increases in diversity, may indicate that this neighborhood is changing more slowly than some other university-adjacent communities across the nation.
Southeast Marble presents a picture of a slowly diversifying, increasingly affluent neighborhood. While it remains predominantly white, the gradual changes in racial composition coupled with significant economic growth suggest a community in transition. These changes may be bringing new perspectives and opportunities to the area, while also potentially raising questions about housing affordability and community integration as the neighborhood evolves.
