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Demographic Analysis of Woodbourne-McCabe: A Low Diversity Neighborhood with Significant Economic Growth
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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 Woodbourne-McCabe neighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland, is characterized by low diversity with a predominantly Black population of 93% in 2022. The community has experienced substantial economic growth over the past decade, with median income increasing from $14,243 in 2013 to $52,596 in 2022. The area remains primarily residential with a history dating back to the early 20th century, known for its row houses and community initiatives.
Throughout the period from 2013 to 2022, Woodbourne-McCabe has maintained its status as a Black Majority neighborhood. The percentage of Black residents has consistently remained above 90%, reaching 99% in 2020. Minor changes in diversity have occurred, with the White population growing from 4% in 2013 to 6% in 2022, and a Hispanic presence of 2% emerging in 2022. Despite these changes, the neighborhood is still categorized as Low Diversity due to the high percentage of Black residents.
The neighborhood has experienced significant economic growth, with median income increasing by 269% from 2013 to 2022. This growth correlates with subtle demographic shifts, including the slight increase in racial diversity and overall population growth from 945 in 2013 to 921 in 2022, with a peak of 1,159 in 2021. The economic improvement may be attracting a more diverse population while potentially improving living conditions for long-term residents.
The economic growth in Woodbourne-McCabe is notable when compared to national trends. While the U.S. median household income grew by about 30% from 2013 to 2022, this neighborhood's growth was 269%. However, the 2022 median income of $52,596 remains below the national median of approximately $70,000.
The neighborhood's persistent racial homogeneity contrasts with increasing diversity trends in many urban areas across the U.S. This suggests that Woodbourne-McCabe may be experiencing a unique form of economic revitalization that has not yet resulted in significant demographic changes, possibly due to strong community ties or other local factors preserving the existing social fabric.
Woodbourne-McCabe remains a Low Diversity, Black Majority neighborhood, but its significant economic growth and recent subtle demographic shifts suggest potential for future changes. The community appears to be at the beginning of a transition, balancing economic improvement with preservation of its long-standing demographic character. Continued monitoring of these trends will be important to understand how this neighborhood evolves in the coming years, particularly in terms of maintaining affordability for long-term residents while potentially welcoming new diverse populations.
