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Demographic Shifts and Racial Composition in Pleasant Drive, Durham: A Study of Neighborhood Diversity
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Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Pleasant Drive in Durham, North Carolina, is classified as a "Moderate Diversity" neighborhood with a Black plurality. The community has a population of 12,749 and a median income of $76,595 as of 2022. Pleasant Drive has experienced significant population growth, more than doubling its residents since 2010.
In 2013, Pleasant Drive had a "Black Plurality," with 41% of the population identifying as Black. By 2022, the Black population decreased to 39%, while other racial groups increased. The Asian population grew from 1% in 2013 to 9% in 2022. The Hispanic population increased from 13% in 2013 to 17% in 2022. These changes indicate that Pleasant Drive is becoming increasingly diverse and could be considered a "Transitional Community."
The demographic shifts in Pleasant Drive correlate with economic changes. The median income increased from $54,546 in 2013 to $96,153 in 2021, before adjusting to $76,595 in 2022. This upward trend in income coincides with the increasing diversity of the neighborhood. The population grew from 7,041 in 2013 to 12,749 in 2022, indicating a rapidly expanding community.
The trends observed in Pleasant Drive align with broader patterns of increasing diversity and economic growth in many urban areas across the United States. The significant rise in the Asian population mirrors national trends of growing Asian communities in many metropolitan areas. The fluctuating but overall increasing Hispanic population reflects wider demographic shifts seen in many parts of the country.
The rapid population growth and substantial increase in median income suggest that Pleasant Drive may be experiencing gentrification or urban renewal. This process is common in many U.S. cities, often leading to increased diversity but also potential displacement of long-term residents.
Pleasant Drive exemplifies a neighborhood in transition, moving from a predominantly Black community to one of moderate and increasing diversity. The economic growth accompanying these demographic shifts indicates a dynamic and evolving urban landscape, reflective of broader trends in many American cities. As the community continues to change, it will be crucial to monitor how these shifts impact long-term residents and community cohesion.
