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Demographic and Economic Trends in Leila Valley: A Predominantly Black Neighborhood in Transition
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Leila Valley, a neighborhood in Atlanta, Georgia, is a Black Majority community with a median income of $35,964 as of 2022. The neighborhood has maintained its status as a Black Majority area throughout the past decade, with some fluctuations in the exact percentage. Leila Valley has experienced an increase in its Hispanic population over recent years, indicating a gradual shift towards increased diversity.
From 2013 to 2022, Leila Valley has consistently maintained its status as a Black Majority community, with the Black population ranging from 69% to 81% over this period. The Black population has shown a slight decline from 79% in 2013 to 69% in 2022. The Hispanic population has increased from 3% in 2013 to 10% in 2022. The White population has fluctuated, starting at 16% in 2013, dropping to as low as 12% in 2018-2019, and then rising again to 18% in 2022.
The median income in Leila Valley has shown an overall upward trend, with some fluctuations. In 2013, the median income was $29,157. It peaked at $37,314 in 2021. As of 2022, it stands at $35,964. This represents an overall increase of about 23% from 2013 to 2022. Population figures have fluctuated over the years, with an increase from 1,828 in 2013 to 2,143 in 2019, followed by a decrease to 1,545 in 2022.
The trends observed in Leila Valley align with broader patterns seen in many urban areas across the United States. Many cities are experiencing growth in Hispanic populations and a gradual decrease in historically dominant racial groups. The overall increase in median income is consistent with national trends. Urban neighborhoods often experience population changes due to various factors such as gentrification, housing market changes, or shifts in urban development policies.
Leila Valley maintains its character as a predominantly Black neighborhood while showing signs of evolving into a more diverse community. This demographic shift, coupled with modest economic growth, suggests a neighborhood in transition. The challenge for local policymakers and community leaders will be to manage this transition in a way that preserves the neighborhood's cultural heritage while embracing the benefits of increased diversity and economic development.
