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Demographic and Racial Composition of Rock Creek: A Study of Stability in a White Majority Neighborhood
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Rock Creek, a neighborhood in Little Rock, Arkansas, is characterized as a White Majority community with a median income of $93,310 as of 2022. This income level is above the national average. The neighborhood is located near the Arkansas River and offers outdoor recreational opportunities.
Over the past decade, Rock Creek has maintained its status as a White Majority community. The white population percentage has increased from 65% in 2013 to 69% in 2022. The Black population reached 22% in 2020 before declining to 18% in 2022. The Asian population has remained between 7-9%, while the Hispanic presence has been steady at 2-3%. These changes indicate a trend towards increased racial homogeneity.
The median income in Rock Creek has shown stability over the analyzed period. It rose from $91,694 in 2013 to $98,059 in 2019, before declining to $93,310 in 2022. The population has grown from 16,895 in 2010 to 20,438 in 2022, a 21% increase.
Rock Creek's demographic and economic trends contrast with many urban areas in the United States. While many cities have experienced increasing diversity, Rock Creek has maintained a stable racial composition with a trend towards increased homogeneity. The neighborhood's consistent high median income is notable, given broader national trends of income stagnation for middle-class households. The steady population growth suggests that Rock Creek has remained a desirable location.
Rock Creek presents a picture of demographic and economic stability, maintaining its status as an affluent, predominantly white neighborhood over the past decade. It has not seen dramatic shifts in its racial makeup, with a slight increase in the white majority and steady high incomes suggesting a reinforcement of existing demographic patterns rather than a transition towards greater diversity. This stability may be attractive to some residents but could also raise questions about inclusivity and affordability for a broader range of potential inhabitants.
