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Demographic Stability and Economic Growth in Detroit's Kranz Woods: A Predominantly African American Neighborhood
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Kranz Woods, a neighborhood in Detroit, Michigan, exhibits a Low Diversity demographic profile with a strong Black Majority. As of 2022, the African American population constitutes 94% of the neighborhood's residents. The area has experienced economic growth, with the median income increasing from $24,074 in 2014 to $36,043 in 2022. This neighborhood has maintained a consistently high percentage of African American residents over the past decade.
Throughout the period from 2013 to 2022, Kranz Woods has maintained its status as a Low Diversity, Black Majority community. The African American population has consistently represented between 94% and 97% of the total residents. There have been slight increases in other racial groups, particularly in the white and Asian populations, but these changes have not altered the overall demographic categorization of the neighborhood.
The economic trajectory of Kranz Woods shows a positive trend, with median income increasing by approximately 50% from 2013 to 2022. This growth appears to be consistent and gradual. The population of Kranz Woods has remained relatively stable over the decade, with minor fluctuations. The population decreased from 12,426 in 2013 to 11,319 in 2022, representing about an 8.9% decline.
The stability of Kranz Woods' demographic composition is notable when compared to broader trends in Detroit and other major U.S. cities. Many urban areas have experienced significant gentrification and demographic shifts over the past decade. Kranz Woods has maintained its character as a predominantly African American neighborhood while seeing economic improvements.
This pattern of economic growth without significant demographic change is relatively uncommon in urban settings. It suggests that the improvements in median income may be benefiting the existing residents rather than resulting from an influx of higher-income newcomers.
The increase in median income, while positive, still leaves Kranz Woods below the national median household income, which was around $70,784 in 2021. This indicates that while progress has been made, there is still a significant economic gap compared to national averages.
Kranz Woods presents a case of a neighborhood that has experienced economic growth while maintaining demographic stability. This suggests a potential model for community development that improves economic conditions for existing residents without leading to significant displacement or demographic upheaval. However, the persistent low diversity and the remaining economic gap compared to national averages indicate that there are still challenges and opportunities for further development and inclusion in this Detroit neighborhood.
