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Demographic and Economic Trends in Hillsborough: A White Majority Neighborhood
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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 Hillsborough neighborhood in Raleigh, North Carolina, exhibits a Low Diversity demographic profile with a White Majority of 74% as of 2022. The area has experienced economic growth over the past decade, with median income increasing from $35,437 in 2013 to $67,075 in 2022, an increase of nearly 90%. Hillsborough's proximity to North Carolina State University likely influences its demographic composition and economic characteristics.
Over the past decade, Hillsborough has maintained its status as a White Majority community. The White population decreased from 79% in 2020 to 74% in 2022. The Hispanic population increased from 3% in 2013 to 7% in 2022. The Asian population grew from 3% in 2013 to 4% in 2022. The Black population decreased from 16% in 2013 to 11% in 2022. These changes indicate a gradual trend towards increased diversity.
The neighborhood has experienced substantial economic growth, with median income nearly doubling over the observed period. As median income rose, the percentage of White residents initially increased from 75% in 2013 to 79% in 2020 before slightly decreasing. The increase in Asian population coincides with rising median income. The decrease in the Black population percentage occurred alongside rising incomes. The Hispanic population growth has not prevented overall income growth in the neighborhood.
The trends observed in Hillsborough align with patterns seen in many growing urban areas across the United States. The gradual diversification, particularly the growth in Hispanic and Asian populations, mirrors national demographic shifts. The significant income growth outpaces national averages. The decrease in the Black population percentage, coupled with rising incomes, is consistent with gentrification patterns seen in many U.S. cities. The neighborhood's proximity to a major university likely contributes to its relatively high incomes and educated population.
Hillsborough remains a Low Diversity, White Majority neighborhood, but shows signs of gradual diversification and significant economic growth. These changes reflect broader urban trends of gentrification and demographic shifts, likely influenced by its proximity to North Carolina State University and Raleigh's growing economy.
