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Demographic Evolution in Woodmere, Jacksonville: From White Majority to Black Plurality (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
Woodmere, a neighborhood in Jacksonville, Florida, transitioned from a White Majority area to a Moderate Diversity profile with a slight Black Plurality between 2013 and 2022. The community experienced significant demographic shifts during this period. Economically, the neighborhood underwent fluctuations in median income, with a decline in recent years. Woodmere's location near the St. Johns River likely influences its local economy and community dynamics.
In 2013, Woodmere was categorized as a White Majority area with 53% white population. By 2015, it transitioned to a more diverse community, with the white population decreasing to 45% and the black population increasing to 42%. This period marked the beginning of a Transitional Community phase.
From 2016 to 2019, the neighborhood maintained a Moderate Diversity profile with fluctuations in racial composition. The white population briefly regained a slight majority in 2017 (52%) before declining again. The black population remained relatively stable around 34-39%.
By 2020, Woodmere shifted to a Black Plurality with 46% black and 47% white population. This trend continued into 2022, with a notable increase in the Hispanic population from 3% in 2020 to 14% in 2022, indicating a potential emerging Transitional Community status.
The median income in Woodmere showed significant volatility over the decade. From 2013 to 2019, there was a generally increasing trend, peaking at $70,122 in 2019. From 2020 to 2022, there was a sharp decline, dropping to $50,650 in 2022. These economic shifts correlated with demographic changes. The period of highest income (2017-2019) coincided with a more balanced racial composition. The recent income decline aligned with the shift to a Black Plurality and increased Hispanic representation.
Population trends showed a general decline from 3,341 in 2013 to 2,831 in 2022, potentially indicating outmigration or changing household compositions.
Woodmere's demographic evolution reflects broader national trends of increasing diversity in suburban areas. The sharp increase in Hispanic population is particularly noteworthy and mirrors similar trends in many Sunbelt cities. The transition from a White Majority to a more diverse community with a Black Plurality is consistent with demographic shifts observed in many urban and suburban areas across the United States.
The economic volatility, particularly the recent decline in median income, could be attributed to various factors, including changes in local industry, the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, or shifts in the neighborhood's employment base. This economic trend, coupled with the changing racial composition, suggests that Woodmere is undergoing a significant socio-economic transformation.
