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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The Four Way neighborhood in Bartlett, Tennessee, demonstrates a low diversity demographic profile with a white majority of 81% as of 2022. The area has experienced minor fluctuations in racial composition and economic status over the past decade. The median income in 2022 was $58,533, indicating a decline in economic prosperity in recent years. Four Way is historically significant as a crossroads community.
From 2013 to 2022, Four Way maintained a low diversity categorization, with the white population consistently above 75%. The white population percentage fluctuated between 75% and 82%, reaching its lowest point in 2017 (75%) and increasing to 81% by 2022. The black population remained relatively stable between 7% and 12%. The Hispanic population increased gradually from 4% in 2013 to a peak of 11% in 2019, before decreasing to 8% in 2022. Other racial groups maintained minimal representation throughout the decade.
The neighborhood's economic trajectory shows a downward trend. Median income peaked in 2015 at $73,358 but declined steadily to $58,533 in 2022, representing a 20% decrease over seven years. This economic decline coincided with fluctuations in the racial composition, particularly the slight increase in Hispanic population and the temporary decrease in white majority around 2017-2019. Despite the economic downturn, the population grew from 1,564 in 2013 to 1,724 in 2022.
The persistent low diversity categorization of Four Way contrasts with national trends towards increasing diversity in many urban and suburban areas. The decline in median income since 2015 may reflect broader economic challenges faced by similar suburban communities across the United States. The growth in population despite declining incomes could indicate that Four Way offers other attractive qualities to residents, such as affordable housing or quality of life factors.
Four Way has maintained its status as a predominantly white, low-diversity neighborhood over the past decade. It has experienced subtle demographic shifts and a notable decline in economic prosperity. These changes suggest a community in transition, potentially influenced by broader economic pressures and slowly changing racial dynamics. The challenge for Four Way will be to address the declining economic conditions while potentially embracing the gradual increase in diversity to create a more resilient and inclusive community.