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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Windemere Springs, a neighborhood in Columbia, South Carolina, exhibits a "Low Diversity" demographic profile with a strong Black Majority. As of 2022, the Black population comprises 83% of the community, while the White population represents 14%. The neighborhood has experienced significant economic growth over the past decade, with median income increasing from $13,433 in 2013 to $32,299 in 2022. Windemere Springs experienced a population surge in 2021, reaching 644 residents, before settling at 580 in 2022.
Throughout the analyzed period (2013-2022), Windemere Springs has consistently maintained its status as a Black Majority community. There have been subtle shifts within this categorization. From 2013-2015, the neighborhood exhibited extremely low diversity, with the Black population comprising 92-94% of residents. From 2016-2018, there was a noticeable increase in the White population, reaching 19% in 2018, suggesting a trend towards slightly more diversity, though still firmly within the Black Majority category. From 2019-2022, the racial composition stabilized, with the Black population hovering around 83-89% and the White population at 11-15%.
The economic trajectory of Windemere Springs has been positive, with median income more than doubling from $13,433 in 2013 to $32,299 in 2022. This growth correlates with the demographic shifts. The period of increased White population (2016-2018) coincided with a steady rise in median income. The most dramatic income increases occurred in 2020 and 2021, jumping from $23,393 in 2019 to $58,168 in 2021, before settling back to $32,299 in 2022. These economic improvements occurred while maintaining a strong Black Majority, suggesting economic advancement within the existing community rather than displacement.
The economic growth in Windemere Springs is notable when compared to national trends. The median household income in the United States grew from $51,939 in 2013 to $70,784 in 2021, an increase of about 36%. In contrast, Windemere Springs saw its median income grow by over 140% in the same period, indicating a much faster rate of economic improvement.
The maintenance of a strong Black Majority alongside significant economic growth is noteworthy. Many urban areas across the U.S. have experienced gentrification leading to displacement of minority communities. However, Windemere Springs appears to have achieved economic growth while largely maintaining its demographic composition, potentially indicating successful community development initiatives or other local factors supporting inclusive growth.
Windemere Springs presents a case of a predominantly Black community experiencing substantial economic growth while maintaining its demographic character. This suggests a model of community development that could offer insights for other urban areas seeking to promote economic advancement without displacing existing residents.