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Demographic Stability and Racial Composition in Augusta-Richmond County, Georgia (2013-2022)
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Augusta-Richmond County, Georgia, has maintained demographic stability with minor shifts from 2013 to 2022. The city is classified as "Black Majority" with the Black population consistently comprising over 50% of residents. This racial composition has remained stable since 2013. Economically, the city experienced steady growth in median income, increasing from $35,558 in 2013 to $49,838 in 2022, indicating gradual economic improvement.
Throughout the observed period (2013-2022), Augusta-Richmond County maintained its status as a "Black Majority" community. The Black population consistently represented between 54-57% of the total population. Minor fluctuations occurred in other demographic categories. The White population gradually declined from 36% in 2013 to 31% in 2022. The "Two or More Races" category increased from 3% in 2013 to 5% in 2022. The Hispanic population remained stable at around 5-6%.
The median income showed consistent growth, with a significant increase between 2014 ($35,830) and 2015 ($41,190). This economic improvement correlates with subtle demographic shifts, potentially indicating increased economic opportunities attracting a more diverse population and economic growth benefiting various racial groups, contributing to community stability. The population grew steadily from 196,711 in 2013 to 202,596 in 2022, suggesting the city remains an attractive place to live despite its stable demographic makeup.
Augusta-Richmond County's stability as a Black Majority city is noteworthy. This stability, combined with economic growth, may indicate a strong, established Black community with improving economic prospects.
Based on observed trends, Augusta-Richmond County is likely to maintain its status as a "Black Majority" city in the near future. The gradual increase in the "Two or More Races" category and slight decline in the White population suggest a potential slow transition towards greater diversity.
If current trends continue, the city might evolve towards a "Moderate Diversity" category in the long term, particularly if the "Two or More Races" and Hispanic populations continue to grow, the White population stabilizes or begins to increase, and economic growth continues, potentially attracting a more diverse population. However, this transition would likely take several decades given the current rate of change. Augusta-Richmond County will likely remain a stable "Black Majority" community with gradually improving economic indicators and slowly increasing diversity.
