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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Whitworth, a neighborhood in Nashville, Tennessee, exhibits a Low Diversity demographic profile with a strong White Majority. As of 2022, the white population constitutes 83% of the community, with a median income of $176,793. This affluent neighborhood has experienced subtle demographic shifts over the past decade, maintaining its predominantly white character while gradually becoming more diverse. Whitworth is known for its high-end residential areas and proximity to prestigious educational institutions, contributing to its attractiveness for affluent residents.
Throughout the analyzed period (2013-2022), Whitworth has consistently fallen under the Low Diversity category, with the white population dominating at over 75%. The white population has decreased from 90% in 2013 to 83% in 2022. The Asian population has fluctuated, peaking at 12% in 2020 before settling at 5% in 2022. The Hispanic population has shown a steady increase from 0% in 2013 to 5% in 2022. The Black population, non-existent until 2020, emerged at 6% in 2021 and maintained that level in 2022. These changes indicate a slow trend towards increased racial representation, potentially classifying Whitworth as a Transitional Community in its early stages.
The median income in Whitworth has fluctuated over the years but generally remained high. It peaked at $179,430 in 2017, coinciding with the start of a more noticeable increase in Asian and Hispanic populations. There was a significant drop to $118,741 in 2020, which corresponded with the highest percentage of Asian residents (12%) and the introduction of Black residents. By 2022, the median income rebounded to $176,793, aligning with a more balanced distribution among minority groups. These economic shifts suggest that the slight increase in diversity has not negatively impacted the neighborhood's economic standing.
The gradual diversification of Whitworth reflects broader national trends of increasing diversity in suburban and affluent areas. The pace of change in Whitworth appears slower than national averages. The neighborhood's consistently high median income, significantly above the national median of $69,021 in 2022, indicates that it remains an exclusive enclave attracting high-income residents across racial lines.
The subtle demographic shifts in Whitworth are noteworthy in the context of Nashville's overall increasing diversity. As the city becomes more cosmopolitan, even traditionally homogeneous neighborhoods like Whitworth are experiencing gradual changes. This trend suggests a potential future where the neighborhood might transition from Low Diversity to Moderate Diversity, albeit at a slower pace than more urban areas of Nashville.
Whitworth represents a slowly evolving, affluent neighborhood that maintains its predominant white character while showing early signs of increased racial diversity. These changes, coupled with its consistently high median income, suggest a community that is cautiously adapting to broader demographic trends while maintaining its economic exclusivity.