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Demographic Analysis of Uplands Neighborhood: Predominantly Black Community with Recent Growth
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Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Uplands, a neighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland, exhibits a Low Diversity demographic profile with a strong Black Majority. As of 2022, 88% of the population identifies as Black, while other racial groups have minimal representation. The median income of $61,069 in 2022 represents an increase from previous years. Uplands has experienced population growth over the past decade, increasing from 519 residents in 2010 to 1,223 in 2022.
Throughout the analyzed period (2013-2022), Uplands has maintained its status as a Low Diversity neighborhood with a Black Majority. The percentage of Black residents has remained between 87% and 92%. There have been no significant transitions between diversity categories, indicating a stable racial composition.
Minor changes in demographics include the emergence of a Hispanic population in 2017 (4%), which has since maintained a small presence (2-3%). The White population has shown a slight increase from 5% in 2013 to 7% in 2022. The Two or More Races category has maintained a consistent presence of 1-3% throughout the period.
The median income in Uplands has shown an upward trend. From 2013 to 2016, the median income fluctuated between $36,000 and $42,000. A significant increase occurred between 2019 ($53,262) and 2020 ($58,421). The upward trend continued, reaching $61,069 in 2022.
This economic improvement correlates with the population growth, suggesting that the neighborhood may be experiencing economic development. The increasing median income could be attracting new residents, contributing to the population growth from 519 in 2010 to 1,223 in 2022.
The persistent Black Majority in Uplands is consistent with the broader demographic profile of Baltimore. The median income growth in Uplands, while positive, may still be below the national median income. The population growth in Uplands may be outpacing overall growth rates for Baltimore.
Uplands maintains its status as a Low Diversity, Black Majority neighborhood, but shows signs of gradual change. The combination of population growth, increasing median income, and subtle shifts in racial composition suggests a neighborhood in transition. However, the persistence of the strong Black Majority indicates that changes are occurring slowly and have not yet fundamentally altered the neighborhood's demographic character.
