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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The Pardew neighborhood in Jonesboro, Arkansas, exhibits a transitional demographic landscape as of 2022. It is classified as a "Transitional Community" with a "White Majority" comprising 57% of the population. Over the past decade, the neighborhood has undergone significant demographic changes, evolving from a more diverse composition to its current state. Economically, Pardew has experienced an increase in median income, rising from $24,771 in 2019 to $31,385 in 2022, indicating improved economic conditions despite demographic shifts.
The demographic evolution of Pardew has been dynamic. In 2013, the neighborhood had a "White Majority" with 63% white population. From 2015 to 2018, it transitioned to a "Moderate Diversity" status, with no racial group exceeding 60% and significant representation from white, black, and Hispanic populations. By 2019, it briefly returned to a "White Majority" (50% white) with increased representation from other groups, particularly black residents. The most recent data from 2022 shows a return to a stronger "White Majority" (57% white), but with a significant increase in the black population (42%), suggesting a potential trend towards "Moderate Diversity" or "Majority-Minority" status in the future.
The demographic shifts in Pardew correlate with economic changes. The median income showed a steady increase from $22,312 in 2013 to $31,385 in 2022, representing a 40% increase over nine years. The most significant income increase occurred between 2019 and 2020, coinciding with a shift back towards a stronger white majority and a decrease in the Hispanic population. Despite the increasing black population percentage, the median income has continued to rise, indicating that incoming black residents may have higher incomes or that overall economic conditions are improving regardless of demographic changes.
The trend of increasing diversity in Pardew aligns with broader patterns observed across the United States in suburban and urban areas. The median income growth in Pardew (40% over nine years) outpaces the national average, suggesting stronger economic growth in this neighborhood compared to many other parts of the country. The fluctuation between different diversity categories over a relatively short period is somewhat unusual and may indicate that Pardew is in a particularly dynamic phase of demographic change, possibly influenced by local economic or policy factors specific to Jonesboro or Arkansas.
Pardew represents a neighborhood in transition, experiencing significant demographic and economic changes. These shifts reflect broader national trends towards increased diversity but with local nuances that make Pardew's evolution unique. The correlation between demographic changes and economic growth suggests a complex interplay between racial composition and economic opportunity in this transitional community.