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Demographic Shifts and Racial Composition in Dallas' Near East Neighborhood
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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 Near East neighborhood of Dallas, Texas, exhibits demographic changes from 2013 to 2022. As of 2022, the area is classified as having "Moderate Diversity," with a White plurality (47%), followed by Black (24%) and Hispanic (20%) populations. The median income in 2022 was $92,324, indicating an upper-middle-class community. The neighborhood's proximity to downtown Dallas and ongoing gentrification likely contribute to these shifts.
Over the past decade, Near East Dallas transitioned from a community with a Black plurality to one with a White plurality. In 2013, both Black and White populations were at 37%. By 2022, the White population increased to 47%, while the Black population decreased to 24%. The Hispanic population remained stable at around 20%, and the Asian population increased from 2% to 5%. These changes suggest a gentrification process, with higher-income, predominantly White residents moving into the area.
The demographic changes correlate with economic trends in the neighborhood. The median income increased from $77,304 in 2013 to $100,644 in 2016, a 30% increase in three years. This rapid increase aligns with the period of significant demographic change. However, the median income settled at $92,324 in 2022, potentially indicating a stabilization of the gentrification process. The population remained relatively stable, fluctuating between 10,000 and 11,500 residents over the decade.
The demographic shifts in Near East Dallas reflect trends seen in many urban neighborhoods across the United States, particularly those close to downtown areas in major cities. The process of gentrification, characterized by an influx of higher-income residents and changes in racial composition, is common in such areas.
Many cities nationally have experienced similar patterns of inner-city revitalization and demographic change. However, the speed and extent of change in Near East Dallas appear more pronounced than average. The 19% increase in median income from 2013 to 2022 outpaces the national average income growth over a similar period.
The transition from a balanced racial composition to one with a clear White plurality, while maintaining significant diversity, is indicative of complex demographic changes occurring in many urban areas. This shift, combined with the economic trends, suggests that Near East Dallas is experiencing a rapid transformation that may have significant implications for long-time residents, community culture, and local economic dynamics.
