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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The Burnholme neighborhood in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, transitioned from a White majority area to a moderately diverse community between 2013 and 2022. The White population decreased from 65% to 42%, while the Black population increased from 21% to 32%. The Hispanic population grew from 5% to 13% during this period. These changes resulted in the neighborhood's reclassification from "White Majority" to "Moderate Diversity".
Burnholme experienced significant demographic shifts over the past decade. The Asian population initially doubled from 5% in 2013 to 11% in 2020, before stabilizing at 8% in recent years. The consistent increase in Hispanic and multiracial populations over the past five years classifies Burnholme as a "Transitional Community", indicating a trend towards greater diversity.
The neighborhood's median income showed an upward trend, increasing from $66,368 in 2013 to $73,534 in 2022, with a peak of $87,159 in 2021. This rise in income correlates with the increasing diversity of the neighborhood. The population fluctuated over the decade, with a notable increase from 7,458 in 2019 to 8,582 in 2022, coinciding with the period of greatest demographic change.
Despite the demographic shifts, Burnholme maintained economic stability and even showed growth, indicating that the changing racial composition did not negatively impact the area's economic prospects. The economic growth alongside increasing diversity challenges some national narratives that associate demographic changes with economic decline.
The demographic changes in Burnholme reflect broader trends seen in many urban areas across the United States, where traditionally White majority neighborhoods are becoming more diverse. This shift is often associated with changing immigration patterns, generational preferences, and urban revitalization efforts.
Burnholme's median income growth outpaces the national average, suggesting that the neighborhood's transition to greater diversity has been accompanied by economic opportunities and potentially gentrification pressures. The neighborhood's evolution over the past decade showcases a community in transition, moving from a White majority area to a moderately diverse community with improving economic indicators.
This transformation reflects broader urban demographic shifts and highlights the potential for diversity to contribute to neighborhood vitality and economic growth. The experience of Burnholme aligns with research suggesting that diversity can drive economic vitality in urban areas.