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Demographic and Economic Analysis of Lake Mann Estates: A Predominantly Black Neighborhood in Orlando
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Lake Mann Estates, a neighborhood in Orlando, Florida, is characterized by low diversity with a predominant Black population of 89% in 2022. The neighborhood experienced significant economic growth over the past decade, with median income increasing from $29,466 in 2013 to $50,280 in 2022. Lake Mann Estates is situated near Lake Mann, which provides recreational opportunities.
Throughout the period from 2013 to 2022, Lake Mann Estates consistently maintained a low diversity classification, with the Black population remaining the majority. The Black population percentage decreased from 95% in 2013 to 84% in 2019, before increasing to 89% in 2022. The White population increased from 2% in 2013 to 13% in 2019, then declined to 6% in 2022. The Hispanic population grew from 2% in 2013 to 5% in 2022.
The economic trajectory of Lake Mann Estates shows improvement over the decade. Median income increased by approximately 70% from 2013 to 2022. This economic growth coincided with a decrease in the neighborhood's population, which fell from 2,123 in 2013 to 1,509 in 2022. The most substantial income growth occurred between 2018 and 2020, with median income increasing from $40,579 to $50,257.
The inverse relationship between population decrease and income increase suggests a potential gentrification process or improved economic conditions for long-term residents. The slight increase in racial diversity during this period may be related to this economic uplift.
Lake Mann Estates' median income of $50,280 in 2022 is below the national average of approximately $70,784. The trend of increasing income paired with population decrease is often observed in urban areas undergoing revitalization or gentrification processes. The persistence of a strong Black majority in Lake Mann Estates contrasts with many urban neighborhoods that experience more dramatic racial shifts during periods of economic growth.
Lake Mann Estates presents a case of a predominantly Black neighborhood experiencing significant economic growth while largely maintaining its racial composition. This suggests a potential model of community development that improves economic conditions without dramatically altering the existing demographic structure. The subtle shifts in racial composition and the significant income growth warrant continued observation to understand long-term impacts on community dynamics and affordability for long-term residents.
