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Demographic Shifts in Foxhall Neighborhood: White Plurality and Increasing Racial Diversity
CATEGORY
Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The Foxhall neighborhood in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, exhibited moderate diversity with a white plurality as of 2022. The white population constituted 59% of the community, followed by Black (21%) and Hispanic (9%) populations. The median income in Foxhall was $45,248 in 2022, categorizing it as a middle-income area within Winston-Salem. Foxhall's proximity to Wake Forest University likely influences its demographic composition and economic characteristics.
Foxhall has experienced notable demographic changes over the past decade. In 2013, the neighborhood had low diversity with a clear white majority (77%). By 2022, it transitioned to moderate diversity with a white plurality. This shift resulted from a decrease in the white population percentage and increases in other racial groups, particularly Asian and Black populations. The Asian population increased from 4% in 2013 to 8% in 2022, while the Black population grew from 6% to 21% during the same period. These trends suggest that Foxhall is becoming a transitional community, moving towards greater diversity.
The median income in Foxhall has fluctuated over the years, showing no clear trend. In 2013, the median income was $53,003, decreasing to $45,248 by 2022, representing a decline of about 14.6% over nine years. A significant spike in median income to $61,722 occurred in 2021, followed by a sharp decline in 2022. These economic shifts appear to correlate with the demographic changes, suggesting that as the community became more diverse, there was a slight overall decline in median income. This could indicate that the neighborhood is attracting a more diverse but potentially lower-income population.
The population of Foxhall has remained relatively stable, fluctuating between 416 and 579 residents over the decade. This stability in population size, combined with changing demographics, indicates that the neighborhood is experiencing turnover rather than significant growth or decline.
The demographic shifts observed in Foxhall align with broader national trends of increasing diversity in urban and suburban areas. Many U.S. cities have seen growth in their Asian and Hispanic populations over the past decade, similar to the trends in Foxhall. However, the economic trends in Foxhall diverge somewhat from national patterns. While the U.S. generally saw median income growth between 2013 and 2022, Foxhall experienced an overall decline. This suggests that the neighborhood may be facing unique local economic challenges or attracting a different socioeconomic demographic compared to its past.
The proximity to Wake Forest University likely plays a role in these trends. Universities often attract diverse populations, including international students and faculty, which could explain the increasing Asian population. Additionally, the transient nature of student populations could contribute to the fluctuations in median income and the overall demographic shifts.
Foxhall represents a microcosm of America's increasing diversity, transitioning from a predominantly white community to one of moderate diversity. However, its economic trajectory suggests that this transition may be accompanied by economic challenges that warrant further investigation and potentially targeted community development efforts.
