Loading Content...
Demographic Shifts and Racial Composition in West Davis Park, Johnson City, Tennessee
CATEGORY
Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Loading Content...
Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
West Davis Park, a neighborhood in Johnson City, Tennessee, exhibits characteristics of a "White Majority" community with a racial composition of 71% white in 2022. The neighborhood shows signs of increasing diversity over the past decade. As of 2022, the median income is $41,225, which is lower than the national median household income. West Davis Park is located near East Tennessee State University, which likely influences its demographic makeup and economic dynamics.
Over the past decade, West Davis Park has undergone a gradual transition from a "Low Diversity" community to one approaching "Moderate Diversity." In 2013, the neighborhood was categorized as "Low Diversity" with a white population of 74%. By 2022, while still maintaining a "White Majority," the community has seen increases in minority populations. The Black population changed from 18% in 2013 to 13% in 2022. The Asian population grew from 0% to 5%. The Two or More Races category expanded from 1% to 9%. This shift suggests a trend towards a more diverse community, potentially influenced by the nearby university attracting a more diverse student and faculty population.
The median income in West Davis Park has shown volatility over the decade, with an overall upward trend. In 2013, it was $36,826. In 2017, it dipped to $33,753. In 2021, it peaked at $47,955. In 2022, it was $41,225. The fluctuations in income correlate with demographic changes. The lowest median income in 2017 coincided with the highest percentage of white residents (88%), while the peak in 2021 occurred as the community became more diverse. This could suggest that increasing diversity may be associated with economic growth in the area.
Population trends show a decrease from 2010 to 2020, followed by an increase in 2021 and 2022. This recent population growth aligns with the increasing diversity, possibly indicating that the neighborhood is becoming more attractive to a wider range of residents.
The demographic shifts in West Davis Park reflect broader national trends of increasing diversity in urban and suburban areas. The growth in the Asian population and those identifying as Two or More Races is particularly notable, mirroring national patterns of these being among the fastest-growing demographic groups in the United States.
The economic fluctuations, particularly the dip in 2017 and subsequent recovery, may be related to broader economic trends such as the recovery from the 2008 financial crisis and the impact of changing local industries. The recent upward trend in both population and income suggests that West Davis Park may be experiencing a period of revitalization, possibly driven by its proximity to the university and the influx of a more diverse population.
West Davis Park is transitioning from a low-diversity, predominantly white community to a more diverse neighborhood with improving economic indicators. This transition aligns with national trends towards increasing diversity in urban areas and suggests that the neighborhood may be evolving into a more dynamic and economically vibrant community, likely influenced by its proximity to East Tennessee State University.
