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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The Southside neighborhood of Nashville, Tennessee maintains a "Racial Majority" status with a Black majority of 69% as of 2022. This urban area has experienced economic growth over the past decade, with median income increasing from $19,177 in 2013 to $32,070 in 2022, a 67% increase. Southside remains a lower-income area within Nashville, with historical significance in the city's African American community and ongoing gentrification pressures.
Southside has maintained its "Racial Majority" neighborhood status throughout the analyzed period, with the Black population consistently representing over 60% of residents. There has been a gradual shift towards increased diversity. The White population increased from 15% in 2013 to 22% in 2022. The Hispanic population grew from 1% to 4% over the same period. Other racial groups, including Asian and multiracial residents, have also seen slight increases. These changes suggest a trend towards "Moderate Diversity" if current trajectories continue.
The demographic shifts correlate with economic changes in Southside. Median income rose by 67% from 2013 to 2022, suggesting significant economic development. The population increased from 3,828 in 2013 to 4,798 in 2022, a 25% growth that aligns with the rising incomes. The steepest income increases occurred between 2015 and 2016 (16.5% growth) and 2018 to 2019 (18.7% growth), periods that also saw notable changes in racial composition, particularly increases in the White population. These trends suggest that the neighborhood is experiencing gentrification.
Southside's changes reflect broader trends in many urban areas across the United States. The neighborhood's gentrification pattern is common in historically Black urban areas, especially those close to city centers. The increase in diversity, albeit slow, mirrors national trends towards more mixed communities in urban areas. Despite significant income growth, Southside's median income remains below the national median ($70,784 in 2021), indicating ongoing economic challenges despite improvements. The population growth rate of 25% over a decade is substantial, likely exceeding Nashville's overall growth rate and suggesting Southside's increasing desirability.
Southside is undergoing a gradual transformation from a predominantly low-income, Black-majority neighborhood to a more economically diverse area with increasing racial mix. While still maintaining its "Racial Majority" status, the trends suggest a potential future shift towards "Moderate Diversity" if current patterns continue. The economic growth, while significant, has not yet bridged the gap with broader city or national income levels, highlighting the ongoing socio-economic challenges faced by this historically significant Nashville neighborhood.