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Demographic Shifts in Peachtree Hills: From White Majority Low Diversity to Moderate Diversity
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Peachtree Hills, a neighborhood in Atlanta, Georgia, exhibits characteristics of a White Majority community with Moderate Diversity. As of 2022, the white population constitutes 71% of residents, while other racial groups have significant representation. The neighborhood has experienced population growth over the past decade, increasing from 2,481 in 2010 to 4,482 in 2022. Peachtree Hills is located near Atlanta's Buckhead district.
Over the past decade, Peachtree Hills has maintained its status as a White Majority community, but with shifts towards increased diversity. In 2013, the neighborhood was categorized as Low Diversity, with the white population at 82%. By 2022, it had transitioned to Moderate Diversity, with increases in Asian, Hispanic, and multi-racial populations.
The Asian population grew from 1% in 2013 to 7% in 2022, with a peak of 12% in 2020. The Hispanic population has remained between 11-14% since 2018, up from 9% in 2013. The Black population has fluctuated between 4-8% throughout the decade. These shifts suggest that Peachtree Hills is becoming a Transitional Community, moving towards greater diversity while maintaining a white majority.
The demographic changes in Peachtree Hills have occurred alongside economic fluctuations. The median income rose from $97,076 in 2013 to $125,425 in 2021, indicating increasing affluence. There were dips in 2020 ($83,342) and 2022 ($86,637), which could be attributed to economic disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. The increasing diversity correlates with periods of rising median income, suggesting the neighborhood may be attracting diverse, high-earning professionals.
The demographic shifts in Peachtree Hills reflect broader trends in urban areas across the United States, where inner-city neighborhoods are experiencing increased diversity and gentrification. The income growth until 2021 aligns with national trends of economic recovery post-2008 recession and the tech boom of the 2010s. The income fluctuations in 2020 and 2022 may indicate a concentration of industries affected by the pandemic.
The population growth in Peachtree Hills outpaces the national average. This growth, combined with increasing diversity and high incomes, may be placing pressure on local infrastructure and housing markets. Peachtree Hills exemplifies a neighborhood in transition, moving from Low Diversity to Moderate Diversity while maintaining a White Majority. Its economic trajectory indicates a trend towards increased affluence, which is likely both a cause and effect of its changing demographic composition.
