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Demographic Shifts in Lurleen Wallace Neighborhood: From Moderate Diversity to White Majority
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The Lurleen Wallace neighborhood in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, has experienced significant demographic changes from 2013 to 2022. Initially categorized as a "Moderate Diversity" community in 2013, it transitioned to a "White Majority" status by 2016, maintaining this classification through 2022. The white population increased from 44% to 60%, while the Black population decreased from 53% to 33% during this period.
The demographic shifts correlate with changes in median income. In 2013, the median income was $14,790. As the white population became the majority, the median income consistently increased, reaching $30,345 in 2022, more than doubling the 2013 figure. This economic growth coincided with a population increase from 110 in 2013 to 208 in 2022.
The changes in Lurleen Wallace reflect broader trends seen in many urban areas across the United States, potentially indicating a process of gentrification. The income growth in Lurleen Wallace is particularly notable, with an increase of over 100% from 2013 to 2022, compared to the U.S. median household income growth of about 10% during the same period (adjusted for inflation).
The racial demographic shift in Lurleen Wallace is more pronounced than national averages. While the U.S. as a whole has been slowly becoming more diverse, this neighborhood has seen a reversal of this trend, moving from a balanced Black-White population to a clear White majority. This counters the general trend of increasing diversity seen in many urban areas.
The Lurleen Wallace neighborhood has undergone a significant transformation over the past decade, shifting from a moderately diverse community to a White majority area with substantially increased median income. These changes reflect complex socio-economic processes that are reshaping the fabric of the community.
