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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The Skyland neighborhood in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, is predominantly Black with low diversity. As of 2022, 85% of the population identifies as Black. The median income in 2022 was $33,426, indicating a lower-income area compared to national averages. Skyland has experienced significant economic fluctuations over the past decade, potentially related to demographic shifts and local economic factors.
From 2013 to 2022, Skyland maintained its status as a Black Majority community. The Black population decreased slightly from 87% in 2013 to 85% in 2022. The Hispanic population increased from 1% in 2013 to 6% in 2022, indicating a Transitional Community trend. The category of Two or More Races grew from 0% in 2013 to 7% in 2022, further supporting the Transitional Community classification. The White population increased slightly from 0% in 2013 to 3% in 2022.
The median income in Skyland has shown considerable volatility over the decade. From 2013 to 2019, median income remained relatively stable, fluctuating between $16,938 and $19,750. From 2020 to 2022, a significant increase occurred, with median income rising from $19,532 in 2019 to $30,955 in 2020, and further to $33,426 in 2022.
This substantial increase in median income coincides with the gradual diversification of the neighborhood, particularly the growth in Hispanic and multiracial populations. It is possible that this economic improvement has attracted a more diverse population to the area, or that the influx of new residents has contributed to economic growth.
Population trends have been relatively stable, with slight fluctuations between 863 and 1,248 residents over the decade. The recent uptick from 893 in 2021 to 1,013 in 2022 aligns with the income increase and growing diversity.
The trends in Skyland reflect some broader national patterns, including increasing diversity in traditionally minority-majority neighborhoods, particularly growth in Hispanic and multiracial populations, and economic improvements in urban areas, though Skyland's median income remains below national averages. The sharp increase in median income from 2019 to 2020 is unusual and may be related to local factors or demographic changes that are not immediately apparent from the data.
Skyland represents a community in transition. While maintaining its character as a predominantly Black neighborhood, it is showing signs of increasing diversity and significant economic improvement. These changes could have implications for local culture, community dynamics, and future development in the area. Further investigation into local policies, economic initiatives, or migration patterns could provide more insight into the drivers behind these demographic and economic shifts.