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Demographic Shifts and Racial Composition Changes in Peabody, Darst, Webbe Neighborhood, St. Louis
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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 Peabody, Darst, Webbe neighborhood in St. Louis, Missouri, has undergone significant demographic changes from 2013 to 2022. In 2022, the neighborhood was classified as having "Moderate Diversity" with an almost equal distribution between Black and White populations. The median income in the area increased from $33,495 in 2013 to $58,118 in 2022. The neighborhood is located near downtown St. Louis and has a history of public housing developments that have undergone redevelopment in recent years.
The racial composition of the Peabody, Darst, Webbe neighborhood has changed notably over the past decade. In 2013, the neighborhood was categorized as having a "Black Majority" with 71% of the population identifying as Black. By 2022, the neighborhood had transitioned to a "Moderate Diversity" classification, with the Black population decreasing to 45% and the White population increasing to 50%. This transition was gradual, with the neighborhood maintaining a "Black Majority" status until around 2019. From 2020 onwards, there was a more rapid shift towards a more balanced racial composition.
The economic trajectory of the neighborhood shows an overall positive trend, with some fluctuations. The median income increased from $33,495 in 2013 to $58,118 in 2022, representing a 73% increase over the decade. This growth was not linear. There were significant increases in median income in 2015-2016 and 2019-2021, interspersed with periods of decline or stagnation. The periods of rapid income growth often coincided with shifts in racial demographics.
The demographic changes in Peabody, Darst, Webbe reflect broader trends seen in many urban areas across the United States, where historically Black neighborhoods near city centers have experienced an influx of White residents and accompanying economic changes. The neighborhood's economic growth outpaces the national trend. While the U.S. median household income grew by about 13% from 2013 to 2022 (adjusted for inflation), Peabody, Darst, Webbe saw a 73% increase in nominal terms.
The neighborhood's population has decreased from 1,171 in 2013 to 993 in 2022. This could indicate that while the area is attracting higher-income residents, it may be losing some of its original population, possibly due to rising costs of living or changes in housing availability.
In conclusion, the Peabody, Darst, Webbe neighborhood has transformed from a predominantly Black, lower-income area to a more racially balanced, higher-income community over the past decade. This transformation has implications for community dynamics, housing affordability, and local culture that require further examination and consideration by policymakers and community leaders.
