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Demographic Shifts and Racial Composition in St. Claude, New Orleans: A Black Majority Neighborhood in Transition
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
St. Claude, a neighborhood in New Orleans, Louisiana, exhibits a Black Majority demographic profile with a median income of $28,149 as of 2022. The area has shown signs of becoming a Transitional Community over the past decade, with increasing racial diversity and fluctuating economic indicators. St. Claude is characterized by its arts scene and historic architecture.
In 2013, St. Claude was categorized as a Black Majority community, with 84% of the population identifying as Black. By 2022, the Black population decreased to 69%, while the White population increased from 11% to 25%. This shift indicates a gradual transition towards a more diverse racial composition, though not yet reaching the threshold for Moderate Diversity.
The Hispanic population increased from 2% to 5% between 2013 and 2019, before returning to 2% by 2022. The percentage of residents identifying as two or more races remained relatively stable at 2-3% throughout the period. These changes suggest a slow but steady diversification of the neighborhood.
The median income in St. Claude has increased from $18,728 in 2013 to $28,149 in 2022, representing a 50% increase. This economic improvement correlates with the demographic shifts, particularly the increase in White residents. The population has grown from 5,156 in 2013 to 5,871 in 2022, a 14% increase.
The changes observed in St. Claude mirror broader trends seen in many urban neighborhoods across the United States, particularly in historically Black communities near city centers. St. Claude's median income remains significantly below the U.S. median household income, which was approximately $70,784 in 2021.
The increase in diversity is occurring at a slower pace than in some other rapidly gentrifying urban areas. This slower pace of change might allow for more gradual adaptation of the community to new demographics and economic conditions.
St. Claude exemplifies a neighborhood in transition, moving slowly from a low-income, predominantly Black community towards a more economically diverse area with a growing White population. This transition brings both opportunities for economic development and challenges in maintaining community cohesion and affordability for long-time residents.
