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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Echo Highlands, a neighborhood in Birmingham, Alabama, exhibits a "Low Diversity" demographic profile, with a Black Majority of 75% as of 2022. The area has maintained this racial composition consistently over the past decade. Economically, the neighborhood has experienced modest fluctuations in median income, hovering around $41,000 in recent years. Echo Highlands is known for its historical significance in Birmingham's civil rights movement, with several landmark locations related to African American history and culture.
Throughout the analyzed period (2013-2022), Echo Highlands has consistently maintained its status as a "Low Diversity" neighborhood with a strong Black Majority. The percentage of Black residents has remained relatively stable, ranging from 70% to 76%. There have been no significant transitions between diversity categories, indicating a stable racial composition over time. The White population has consistently been the second-largest group, comprising around 18-19% of the neighborhood's residents. Hispanic representation has shown a slight increase from 3% in 2013 to 5% in 2022, potentially indicating a gradual diversification trend, albeit at a slow pace.
The median income in Echo Highlands has fluctuated over the years but generally remained within a relatively narrow range. In 2013, the median income was $41,269, and by 2022 it was $41,151, showing stability over a decade despite some intervening variations. The lowest point was in 2014 at $38,200, while the highest was in 2016 at $42,430. These economic fluctuations do not seem to correlate strongly with the minor demographic shifts observed. The stability in both racial composition and median income suggests a relatively steady socio-economic environment in the neighborhood.
Population trends show a gradual decline from 14,477 in 2010 to 12,986 in 2022, representing a decrease of about 10% over 12 years. This population decline has not significantly altered the racial makeup or led to substantial changes in median income.
The demographic profile of Echo Highlands reflects broader trends in Birmingham, which is known for its significant African American population. However, the neighborhood's lack of substantial diversification over the past decade contrasts with national trends towards increasing diversity in urban areas. The median household income in Echo Highlands ($41,151 in 2022) is lower than the national median ($70,784 in 2021), reflecting economic challenges that are common in many historically African American neighborhoods in the South. However, the stability of this income level over time suggests a certain resilience in the local economy.
The population decline in Echo Highlands aligns with trends seen in many inner-city neighborhoods across the United States, where suburban growth and changing housing preferences have led to gradual population shifts. However, the preservation of the neighborhood's racial composition amidst this decline indicates strong community ties and cultural preservation. Echo Highlands presents a picture of demographic and economic stability in a changing urban landscape. While not experiencing the rapid diversification seen in some urban areas, it maintains a strong, historically rooted community identity. The challenge for the future may lie in balancing this stability with the potential benefits of increased diversity and economic growth.