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Demographic Shifts in Providence Estates East: From Low 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
Providence Estates East, a neighborhood in Charlotte, North Carolina, is predominantly White with a median income of $105,049 as of 2022. The area has transitioned from Low Diversity to Moderate Diversity over the past decade. It is characterized by upscale homes, tree-lined streets, and proximity to schools.
In 2013, Providence Estates East was categorized as Low Diversity, with the white population at 77%. By 2022, while still maintaining a White Majority at 65%, the area had shifted to Moderate Diversity. This change was driven by increases in Asian and Black populations, which grew from 6% each in 2013 to 12% and 14% respectively in 2022.
The Hispanic population remained between 5% and 10% throughout the decade. The Asian population nearly doubled from 6% to 12% between 2013 and 2022. The median income increased from $95,457 in 2013 to $105,049 in 2022, a 10% increase. The most substantial income increase occurred between 2017 and 2018, rising from $101,798 to $108,117.
The population of Providence Estates East grew from 12,798 in 2013 to 16,356 in 2022, a 28% increase. This growth, along with rising incomes and increasing diversity, suggests the neighborhood has become attractive to a wider range of affluent residents from various racial backgrounds.
The demographic changes in Providence Estates East reflect broader trends seen in many suburban areas across the United States, particularly those near major cities. The increase in diversity aligns with national trends of growing diversity in traditionally white suburban neighborhoods.
Providence Estates East has maintained high median incomes while increasing diversity. This suggests that the neighborhood has attracted affluent residents from various racial backgrounds. The steady population growth in Providence Estates East contrasts with some suburban areas that have seen stagnation or decline.
Providence Estates East has evolved from a Low Diversity, predominantly white suburban enclave to a more Moderately Diverse, yet still affluent neighborhood. This transition reflects broader national trends towards suburban diversification but stands out in its ability to maintain high income levels and attract a growing, diverse population. These changes suggest a dynamic, evolving community that may continue to see shifts in its demographic makeup in the coming years.
