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Demographic Shifts in Stop Six: Black and Hispanic Population Dynamics
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Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Stop Six, a neighborhood in Fort Worth, Texas, exhibits a demographic profile categorized as a "Transitional Community" with "Moderate Diversity" as of 2022. The Hispanic population (49%) nearly equals the Black population (48%). The neighborhood has a median income of $33,640. Stop Six is one of Fort Worth's oldest African American communities.
Over the past decade, Stop Six has undergone a transformation in its racial composition. In 2013, the neighborhood had a "Black Majority" with 59% of the population identifying as Black. By 2022, it shifted to "Moderate Diversity" with Black and Hispanic populations nearly equal. This transition indicates a trend of increasing Hispanic representation in urban areas across Texas.
The Hispanic population increased from 35% in 2013 to 49% in 2022, while the Black population decreased from 59% to 48% during the same period. This shift exemplifies a "Transitional Community," where significant changes in racial makeup occur over a defined period. Other racial groups, including White, Asian, and those of two or more races, have maintained relatively stable, small percentages, collectively representing about 2-3% of the population.
Stop Six has experienced economic changes alongside demographic shifts. The median income increased from $19,453 in 2013 to $33,640 in 2022, representing a growth of about 73% over nine years. This economic improvement correlates with the increasing Hispanic population, suggesting a link between demographic shift and economic opportunities.
The population has remained relatively stable, fluctuating between about 7,800 and 9,300 residents. This stability in population size, combined with changing demographics and rising incomes, suggests a gradual replacement of residents rather than a large influx of new inhabitants.
The demographic changes in Stop Six reflect broader trends seen across Texas and many urban areas in the United States. The growth of the Hispanic population is consistent with state-wide trends in Texas. The near parity between Black and Hispanic populations in Stop Six may reflect the neighborhood's historical significance as an African American community.
The economic improvement in Stop Six, while significant, still leaves the neighborhood with a median income well below the national average. In 2022, the U.S. median household income was around $70,000, more than double that of Stop Six. This disparity highlights the ongoing economic challenges faced by this transitional community, despite its progress.
Stop Six exemplifies a neighborhood in transition, both demographically and economically. The shift from a predominantly Black community to one with near-equal Black and Hispanic populations, coupled with rising incomes, suggests a community undergoing significant changes. These trends reflect broader patterns of urban demographic shifts and economic development, while also presenting unique challenges and opportunities for community cohesion and future growth.
