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Demographic and Racial Trends in Southside, Baton Rouge: A Study of White Majority Neighborhood
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Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The Southside neighborhood of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, is classified as a White Majority area, with 79% of the population identifying as white in 2022. The neighborhood has shown indications of increasing diversity over the past decade. The median income in 2022 was $84,328, suggesting an affluent community. Southside's proximity to Louisiana State University likely influences its demographic and economic characteristics.
Over the past decade, Southside has maintained its White Majority status, but with a gradual decrease in the white population percentage from 89% in 2013 to 79% in 2022. This shift indicates a trend towards increased diversity. The Asian population increased from 1% in 2013 to 9% in 2022. The Hispanic population grew from 3% in 2013 to 5% in 2022. The Black population slightly decreased from 4% in 2013 to 3% in 2022.
The median income in Southside has fluctuated significantly. It increased from $70,928 in 2013 to a peak of $100,512 in 2018, then declined to $84,328 in 2022. These economic shifts correlate with demographic changes. The rise in median income coincided with increased Asian representation. The recent income decline may reflect broader economic challenges or changes in the neighborhood's composition. Population growth has been steady, increasing from 3,821 in 2013 to 4,873 in 2022.
Southside's trends can be contextualized within broader patterns. The increase in Asian and Hispanic populations aligns with national trends of growing diversity in urban areas. The neighborhood's median income likely remains above the national average, indicating a relatively affluent area. The proximity to Louisiana State University may explain the growing Asian population, possibly due to international student and faculty recruitment.
Southside is experiencing a gradual transition towards greater diversity while maintaining its economic advantage. The neighborhood's evolution reflects broader national trends of increasing diversity in urban areas, particularly those near major universities. If current trends continue, Southside may evolve from a White Majority area to one of Moderate Diversity in the coming years, potentially bringing new cultural influences and economic opportunities to the community.
