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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Rickarby, a neighborhood in Mobile, Alabama, currently demonstrates characteristics of a "Racial Majority" community with a Black majority of 84% as of 2022. The neighborhood has a population of 3,347 and a median income of $34,361. Rickarby has experienced significant fluctuations in its median income over the past decade, potentially indicative of broader economic changes in the Mobile area.
Over the past decade, Rickarby has maintained its status as a "Racial Majority" community, with the Black population comprising the majority throughout the period. The Black majority has strengthened, increasing from 77% in 2013 to 84% in 2022. The White population has decreased from 17% in 2013 to 11% in 2022. There has been a small increase in diversity, with the emergence of Hispanic and Native American populations, as well as those identifying as two or more races. The neighborhood remains in the "Racial Majority" category, bordering on "Low Diversity" due to the dominant Black population.
The economic landscape of Rickarby has experienced significant volatility over the past decade. Median income dropped from $33,876 in 2013 to a low of $21,492 in 2018. Since 2018, there has been a recovery, with median income rising to $34,361 in 2022. This economic rebound coincides with a slight increase in population, from 3,061 in 2018 to 3,347 in 2022. The economic fluctuations appear to have had little impact on the racial composition of the neighborhood.
The strengthening of the Black majority in Rickarby contrasts with national trends of increasing diversity in many urban areas. The economic volatility experienced in Rickarby may reflect broader economic challenges faced by predominantly Black communities across the United States. The recent economic recovery in Rickarby is a potentially positive sign, possibly indicating improved job opportunities or community development initiatives in the Mobile area.
Rickarby presents a case of a neighborhood that has maintained its racial character while experiencing significant economic fluctuations. The community's resilience in maintaining its demographic composition through economic changes suggests strong social ties and a deeply rooted local culture. As the neighborhood continues to evolve, it will be important to monitor whether the recent economic improvements lead to increased diversity or further solidify the existing demographic structure.