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Demographic and Racial Shifts in Louisville's Limerick 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 Limerick neighborhood in Louisville, Kentucky, exhibits moderate diversity as of 2022, with a Black plurality of 45% and a White population of 48%. The median income is $30,640, indicating economic growth over the past decade. Limerick is known for its Victorian-era architecture and proximity to downtown Louisville.
Over the past decade, Limerick has transitioned from a racial majority community to one of moderate diversity. In 2013, the neighborhood had a Black majority of 54%, with Whites constituting 41%. By 2022, the composition became more balanced. This transition suggests a gradual integration process, possibly driven by urban renewal efforts or changing housing preferences.
The community has seen an increase in residents identifying as two or more races, peaking at 12% in 2018 before settling at 3% in 2022. The Hispanic population increased slightly from 3% to 4% over the decade. These trends indicate that Limerick is becoming a transitional community, slowly moving towards greater diversity.
The demographic shifts in Limerick correlate with economic changes. The median income increased from $21,349 in 2013 to $30,640 in 2022, representing a 43.5% growth. This economic improvement coincides with the transition towards greater racial balance and diversity.
As the community became more economically prosperous, the Black population percentage decreased from 54% to 45%, while the White population increased from 41% to 48%. This could suggest gentrification processes at work. The population fluctuated over the decade, declining from 1,303 in 2013 to 864 in 2018, before rebounding to 1,128 in 2022.
The trends observed in Limerick reflect broader patterns seen in many urban neighborhoods across the United States. The gradual shift towards greater diversity and economic growth is consistent with national trends of urban revitalization and changing demographics in inner-city areas.
Limerick's median income of $30,640 in 2022 remains below the national median household income of approximately $70,000. This suggests that while the neighborhood has experienced economic growth, it still faces economic challenges compared to national averages.
The increasing diversity in Limerick, particularly the growth in multiracial and Hispanic populations, aligns with national demographic shifts. However, the persistence of a strong Black-White demographic composition is more characteristic of older, established urban neighborhoods in the American South and Midwest.
Limerick exemplifies a neighborhood in transition, moving from a historically segregated community to one of increasing diversity and economic opportunity. The coming years will be crucial in determining whether Limerick can maintain its trajectory towards greater diversity and prosperity while ensuring inclusivity for long-term residents.
