Loading Content...
Demographic Shifts and Racial Composition in Mozley Park, Atlanta (2013-2022)
CATEGORY
Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Loading Content...
Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Mozley Park, a neighborhood in Atlanta, Georgia, has undergone significant demographic changes from 2013 to 2022. In 2022, it was classified as a "Transitional Community" with a "Black Majority," although this majority has decreased over the past decade. The neighborhood experienced substantial economic growth, with median income increasing from $28,838 in 2017 to $45,563 in 2022, a 58% increase. Mozley Park is characterized by its historic bungalows and proximity to the Atlanta BeltLine, factors that may contribute to its changing demographics and economic landscape.
In 2013, Mozley Park displayed "Low Diversity" with a strong "Black Majority" (98%). Over the decade, while maintaining a "Black Majority," the neighborhood has moved towards increased diversity. By 2022, the Black population decreased to 68%, while the White population increased from 1% to 22%. This shift indicates a trend towards a more diverse community, though not yet reaching the "High Diversity" category.
The increase in the White population and the emergence of a significant "Two or More Races" category (5% in 2022) suggests gentrification may be occurring. This transition could be attributed to Mozley Park's location near downtown Atlanta and ongoing urban renewal projects in the area.
The demographic shifts correlate with economic changes. As the neighborhood became more diverse, median income rose substantially. In 2013, when the Black population was at its peak, the median income was $31,858. By 2022, with increased diversity, the median income reached $45,563, a 43% increase.
This economic growth could be both a cause and effect of the changing demographics. Higher-income residents moving into the area may be driving up property values and attracting diverse populations, while simultaneously, the increased diversity might be attracting more economic investment in the neighborhood.
Population figures have remained relatively stable, fluctuating between about 1,700 and 2,100 residents over the decade. This suggests that the demographic changes are more likely due to new residents replacing former ones rather than significant population growth.
The trends observed in Mozley Park align with broader patterns of gentrification and demographic shifts seen in many urban areas across the United States. Many historically Black neighborhoods in major cities have experienced similar transitions as they become attractive to young professionals and families seeking affordable housing close to city centers.
The rate of change in Mozley Park appears to be more rapid than the national average. While nationwide, Black-majority neighborhoods have been slowly decreasing in number, the 30 percentage point drop in Black population in Mozley Park over a decade is particularly notable.
The economic growth in Mozley Park also outpaces national trends. The median household income in the United States grew by about 10% between 2013 and 2022, adjusted for inflation. In contrast, Mozley Park's 43% increase in median income over the same period is significantly higher, indicating a more dramatic economic transformation.
Mozley Park exemplifies a rapidly transitioning urban neighborhood, moving from a homogeneous, lower-income area to a more diverse, economically vibrant community. These changes bring economic benefits and raise questions about displacement and community preservation that local policymakers and residents will need to address.
