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Demographic and Economic Analysis of John Barrow: A Black Majority Neighborhood in Little Rock
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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 John Barrow neighborhood in Little Rock, Arkansas, is a Black Majority community with a median income of $35,703 as of 2022. This urban area has maintained a predominantly African American population over the past decade, while experiencing subtle shifts in its demographic makeup and economic landscape. John Barrow is located near the University of Arkansas at Little Rock.
From 2013 to 2022, John Barrow has consistently remained a Black Majority neighborhood. The African American population has fluctuated slightly, from 70% in 2013 to 69% in 2022, with a brief decrease to 66% in 2020-2021. The Hispanic population increased from 7% in 2013 to 12% in 2017, before declining to 6% by 2022. The White population remained relatively stable, ranging from 17% to 20% throughout the decade. The Asian population grew from 0% in 2013 to 3% by 2021, slightly decreasing to 2% in 2022. The Multiracial population increased from 0% to 2% between 2013 and 2022.
The median income in John Barrow has shown volatility over the past decade. From 2013 to 2014, there was a sharp increase from $31,957 to $38,242. From 2014 to 2017, income declined to $32,584. From 2017 to 2021, there was a gradual increase to $38,100. From 2021 to 2022, income declined to $35,703. These economic fluctuations appear to correlate somewhat with demographic shifts.
The population of John Barrow has declined overall, from 13,803 in 2013 to 12,288 in 2022, a 11% decrease. This population loss could be linked to economic challenges or changing neighborhood dynamics.
The persistent Black Majority status of John Barrow reflects broader patterns in many urban neighborhoods across the United States, particularly in the South. The fluctuations in Hispanic population mirror national trends of Hispanic population growth in many urban areas, though the recent decline in John Barrow is atypical.
The median income volatility in John Barrow is more pronounced than national averages, which have generally shown steady growth over the past decade. This suggests that local factors are influencing income levels more strongly than national economic trends.
The slight increase in diversity, particularly the growth in Asian and multiracial populations, aligns with national trends towards increasing racial and ethnic diversity in urban areas. However, the persistence of a strong Black Majority indicates that John Barrow has maintained its distinct demographic character despite these changes.
John Barrow has experienced some demographic and economic fluctuations over the past decade, but has largely maintained its status as a Black Majority neighborhood with moderate income levels. The subtle shifts towards increased diversity and the volatile income trends suggest a community in gradual transition, balancing established demographic patterns with emerging socio-economic changes.
