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Demographic and Racial Trends in Stratford Manor, Winston-Salem: A Decade of Change
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Stratford Manor in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, is a neighborhood characterized by Moderate Diversity as of 2022. The population consists of 45% White, 35% Hispanic, and a significant Black population. From 2013 to 2022, the neighborhood experienced notable demographic shifts. The population increased by 72% from 2018 to 2022, reaching 451 residents with an estimated 173 housing units in 2022.
The neighborhood underwent several demographic transitions over the decade. From 2013 to 2017, it exhibited characteristics of a Transitional Community, with the Hispanic population growing from 25% to 35% and the White population decreasing from 44% to 35%. In 2018, a sudden shift occurred, resulting in a temporary Black Plurality with the Black population rising to 44%. From 2019 to 2022, the community reverted to a White Plurality, with the White population consistently above 35% and reaching 45% by 2022.
Economically, Stratford Manor experienced an overall upward trend in median income, despite some fluctuations. From 2013 to 2017, the median income rose steadily from $22,472 to $22,588. In 2018, there was a minor decrease to $22,232, coinciding with the shift to Black Plurality. From 2019 to 2022, a significant increase occurred, with median income rising from $23,286 to $30,967, representing a 33% increase over three years.
The economic improvements in Stratford Manor appear to correlate with the stabilization of the neighborhood's diversity and the growth in the White and Hispanic populations. The growth in the Hispanic population aligns with broader national trends of increasing Hispanic populations in many urban areas.
The neighborhood's median income, even at its peak in 2022 ($30,967), remains significantly below the national median household income, which was approximately $70,784 in 2021. The population growth in Stratford Manor from 2018 to 2022 is notably higher than typical urban growth rates, suggesting a period of rapid development or changing neighborhood dynamics.
Stratford Manor has evolved from a transitional community to one of moderate diversity over the past decade. This demographic shift has been accompanied by significant economic improvements, particularly in recent years. However, the neighborhood still faces economic challenges when compared to national averages, indicating potential areas for further development and community investment.
