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Demographic Stability and Economic Growth in Brandon, Mississippi: A Study of Racial Composition from 2013 to 2022
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Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Brandon, Mississippi, is categorized as a "Low Diversity" community. As of 2022, the city has a white majority, with 78% of the population identified as white. The city has experienced population growth over the past decade, increasing from 26,028 in 2010 to 29,506 in 2022. Brandon is relatively affluent, with a median income of $79,580 in 2022, higher than the national average.
Throughout the analyzed period (2013-2022), Brandon has maintained its status as a "Low Diversity" community. The white population has remained at around 78%, while the Black population has held steady at about 18%. There has been a slight increase in the Hispanic population, from 2% in 2013 to 3% in 2022, and the emergence of a small two-or-more races category (1% by 2022). The overall racial composition has not significantly shifted, keeping Brandon in the "Low Diversity" category.
Brandon's median income has shown an upward trend, rising from $79,279 in 2013 to $87,588 in 2021, before decreasing to $79,580 in 2022. This overall increase in median income correlates with the steady population growth, suggesting that the city has been attracting relatively affluent residents. The stability in racial demographics alongside rising incomes indicates that the economic growth has not led to significant changes in the racial makeup of the community.
Brandon's demographic stability is noteworthy. This could be indicative of broader patterns in similar-sized Southern cities or suburbs, where demographic change may be occurring more slowly than in larger metropolitan areas.
Based on the observed trends, Brandon will likely maintain its "Low Diversity" status in the near future. The slight increases in Hispanic and multi-racial populations could be early indicators of a gradual shift towards more diversity. If these trends continue and accelerate, Brandon might eventually transition into a "Moderate Diversity" category, but this would likely take many years at the current rate of change.
The city's economic outlook appears positive, with a generally upward trend in median income. This economic stability may continue to attract new residents, potentially including more diverse populations over time. However, the strong majority of white residents and the slow pace of demographic change suggest that any transition to a new diversity category is likely to be a long-term process rather than an imminent shift.
Brandon presents a picture of demographic stability and economic growth. While minor changes in racial composition are occurring, they are not yet significant enough to alter the city's "Low Diversity" categorization. The coming years will reveal whether these small shifts are the beginning of a larger trend towards diversification or if Brandon will continue to maintain its current demographic profile.
