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Demographic Shifts in Woodlawn, Maryland: From Black Majority to Increasing 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
Woodlawn, Maryland, is categorized as a "Black Majority" community, with 51% of the population identifying as Black in 2022. The city has experienced demographic shifts over the past decade, trending towards increased diversity. Woodlawn has a median income of $84,796 in 2022 and a population of 42,314, representing a moderately affluent suburban area undergoing racial and economic transitions.
Over the past decade, Woodlawn has evolved from a strong "Black Majority" (60% in 2013) to a more diverse community, though still maintaining a "Black Majority" status as of 2022 (51%). This trend suggests a gradual transition towards potentially becoming a "Majority-Minority" community in the near future. The most notable changes include a decrease in Black population from 60% in 2013 to 51% in 2022, an increase in Asian population from 10% in 2013 to 15% in 2022, growth in Hispanic population from 3% in 2013 to 9% in 2022, and a slight increase in White population from 21% in 2013 to 22% in 2022 (including Hispanic Whites). These shifts indicate that Woodlawn is becoming a "Transitional Community," moving towards greater racial diversity.
The demographic changes in Woodlawn correlate with overall positive economic trends. Median income has increased from $78,873 in 2013 to $84,796 in 2022, representing a 7.5% growth over the decade. Population has grown from 40,302 in 2013 to 42,314 in 2022, a 5% increase. The rising median income suggests that the increasing diversity is accompanied by economic growth, potentially attracting more diverse, skilled professionals to the area.
Woodlawn's trends align with broader national patterns of increasing diversity in suburban areas, particularly those near major metropolitan centers. The growth in Asian and Hispanic populations is consistent with national demographic shifts, while the maintenance of a significant Black population is characteristic of many suburbs in the Mid-Atlantic region.
Based on the observed trends, Woodlawn is likely to continue its transition towards greater diversity. Predictions for the near future include a potential shift to a "Majority-Minority" status within the next 5-10 years if current trends continue, continued growth in Asian and Hispanic populations, potentially leading to a "Moderate Diversity" classification, and sustained economic growth, with median income likely to continue rising as the community attracts a more diverse, educated workforce.
Woodlawn is undergoing a demographic transformation, evolving from a predominantly Black community to one of increasing racial diversity. This shift, coupled with rising incomes and population growth, suggests a dynamic future for the area. The community's trajectory indicates it may soon transition from a "Black Majority" to either a "Majority-Minority" or "Moderate Diversity" classification, reflecting broader national trends of suburban diversification and economic development.
