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Demographic and Economic Trends in Ferry Neighborhood: From Moderate Diversity to Black Majority with Hispanic Growth
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Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The Ferry neighborhood in Mobile, Alabama, has undergone significant demographic changes from 2013 to 2022. Initially characterized by moderate diversity, the area transitioned to a predominantly Black majority community. In 2013, the Black population constituted 65% of the neighborhood, with the White population at 32%. By 2022, the Black population increased to 68%, while the White population decreased to 15%. The Hispanic population experienced a notable increase from 2% in 2020 to 14% in 2021, introducing a new element of diversity to the neighborhood.
The median income in Ferry has fluctuated over the past decade. From 2013 to 2016, median income increased from $45,363 to $50,262. However, between 2017 and 2019, there was a sharp decline, reaching a low of $39,964 in 2019. Coinciding with the transition to a more pronounced Black majority status and the influx of Hispanic residents, median income rebounded significantly from 2020 to 2022, rising from $54,286 to $54,425, with a peak of $59,327 in 2021.
Population figures in Ferry have remained relatively stable throughout this period, fluctuating between approximately 1,000 and 1,350 residents. This stability suggests that the observed demographic changes were likely due to population turnover rather than significant growth or decline in the overall number of residents.
The demographic shifts observed in Ferry align with broader trends seen in many urban areas across the United States, where historically diverse neighborhoods often transition to having a more dominant racial group. The increase in the Hispanic population from 2020 to 2022 reflects national trends of growing Hispanic communities in various parts of the country.
The economic fluctuations in Ferry, particularly the sharp decline and subsequent rebound in median income, may reflect broader economic challenges and recoveries experienced in many American cities. The recent increase in median income, coinciding with increased racial diversity, could indicate a positive trend of economic growth alongside demographic changes.
Ferry has undergone a significant transformation over the past decade, evolving from a moderately diverse community to a Black majority neighborhood with a growing Hispanic presence. These demographic shifts have been accompanied by notable economic fluctuations, with recent years showing signs of economic recovery and growth. The future development of Ferry will likely be influenced by the ongoing interaction between these demographic and economic trends.
