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Demographic Stability in Headland: A Study of a Black Majority Neighborhood
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Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The Headland neighborhood in Dothan, Alabama, is characterized as a Low Diversity community with a Black Majority. As of 2022, 91% of the population identifies as Black, with a median income of $28,235. The neighborhood has maintained a consistent racial composition over the past decade.
Throughout the 2013-2022 period, Headland has maintained its status as a Black Majority neighborhood. The percentage of Black residents has remained consistently high, ranging from 88% to 96%. This stability in racial composition indicates a well-established community. Minor fluctuations in other racial categories have not significantly altered the neighborhood's Low Diversity classification.
The median income in Headland has shown some volatility over the years, without a clear trend. In 2013, the median income was $28,768, and by 2022 it was $28,235, indicating a slight decrease. A spike to $33,815 was observed in 2021. The population has fluctuated, peaking at 1,399 in 2014 and dropping to 1,074 in 2019-2020, before increasing to 1,237 in 2022.
The relative stability in both racial composition and median income suggests that economic factors have not significantly influenced the demographic makeup of the neighborhood. The community has maintained its character despite economic fluctuations.
Headland has maintained its homogeneous racial composition while national trends have shown increasing diversity in many urban areas. This stability is notable in the context of broader demographic shifts in the United States. The median household income in Headland remains below the national median, indicating economic challenges within this community.
The persistence of a Black Majority in Headland, coupled with relatively low median incomes, may reflect patterns of racial and economic segregation present in many Southern cities. This neighborhood's demographic stability in the face of national trends towards increased diversity could indicate limited economic mobility or strong community ties that encourage long-term residency despite economic challenges.
Headland presents a stable, predominantly Black community that has maintained its demographic character over the past decade. While not experiencing significant diversification, the neighborhood has also not seen major economic improvements, suggesting a need for targeted economic development initiatives to address the persistent income gap with national averages.
