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Demographic Shifts in Fisk-Meharry Neighborhood: From Black Majority to Racial Diversity
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The Fisk-Meharry neighborhood in Nashville, Tennessee, has transitioned from a Black Majority community to a Majority-Minority community with a Black Plurality. As of 2022, the racial composition consists of 54% Black, 27% White, 6% Hispanic, and 5% Asian residents. This area, home to Fisk University and Meharry Medical College, has experienced significant demographic changes over the past decade.
The neighborhood has undergone substantial transformation in its racial composition. In 2013, it was categorized as a Black Majority community with 80% of the population identifying as Black. By 2022, this percentage decreased to 54%. The White population increased from 13% to 27%, the Hispanic presence grew from 1% to 6%, and the Asian population rose from 2% to 5%. These changes indicate a trend towards becoming a Transitional Community.
The demographic shifts correlate with changes in median income and population growth. The median income increased from $19,447 in 2013 to $38,989 in 2022, representing a 100% growth. The population grew from 3,457 residents in 2013 to 5,164 in 2022, an increase of about 49%. These economic trends suggest gentrification, which may be driving the demographic changes.
The observed demographic shifts in the Fisk-Meharry neighborhood align with broader trends seen in many urban areas across the United States. Many historically Black neighborhoods in major cities have experienced similar patterns of gentrification and diversification over the past decade.
The rapid increase in median income outpaces the national average. This accelerated economic change could indicate targeted development efforts or the influence of nearby educational institutions attracting higher-income residents. The neighborhood's transition from a Black Majority to a Majority-Minority community reflects a national trend of growing multiculturalism in urban areas.
The Fisk-Meharry neighborhood is undergoing significant demographic and economic transformation. These changes bring increased diversity and economic growth. They also raise questions about community preservation, affordable housing, and maintaining the area's historical and cultural significance, particularly given its connection to historically Black colleges and universities.
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