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Demographic and Racial Analysis of Detroit's Jefferies Neighborhood: 2013-2022
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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 Jefferies neighborhood in Detroit, Michigan, is characterized as a "Racial Majority" community, with African Americans comprising 87% of the population in 2022. This low-diversity neighborhood has experienced subtle demographic shifts over the past decade. The African American majority slightly decreased from 99% in 2013 to 87% in 2022, while the Hispanic representation gradually increased from 1% in 2013 to 10% in 2022. The white population fluctuated, peaking at 7% in 2018-2019 before decreasing to 3% in 2022.
Economically, Jefferies has seen an increase in median income, rising from $12,706 in 2013 to $15,842 in 2022, representing a 24.7% increase. A notable spike occurred in 2021, with median income reaching $19,725, before falling back to $15,842 in 2022. The population has grown steadily from 1,101 in 2013 to 1,661 in 2022, a 50.9% increase. Despite these improvements, the neighborhood's median income remains well below the national average.
The neighborhood is known for its proximity to the former Jefferies Housing Projects, which were demolished in 2001, marking a change in the area's urban landscape. This event potentially influenced the neighborhood's demographic evolution. The changes in Jefferies suggest a slow trend towards increased diversity, though the neighborhood remains firmly within the "Low Diversity" category. The significant increase in Hispanic population in 2022 may indicate the beginning of a "Transitional Community" phase.
The demographic changes in Jefferies reflect broader trends in Detroit, known for its predominantly African American population. However, the city as a whole has been experiencing more significant diversification than what is observed in Jefferies. The slow pace of diversification in Jefferies, compared to citywide trends, might indicate that this neighborhood is more resistant to change or less attractive to new residents from diverse backgrounds.
The economic improvements in Jefferies, while notable, still place the neighborhood far below Detroit's overall median household income ($32,498 in 2021) and significantly below the national median ($69,021 in 2021). This suggests that while the neighborhood is experiencing some positive economic change, it continues to face substantial economic challenges compared to both city and national averages.
Jefferies represents a neighborhood in slow transition, maintaining its character as a predominantly African American community while showing signs of gradual diversification and economic improvement. These changes, though modest, may signal the beginning of more significant demographic and economic shifts in the coming years, potentially altering the neighborhood's character and opportunities for residents.
