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Demographic Stability in Wingfield: A Predominantly Black Neighborhood in Jackson, Mississippi
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The Wingfield neighborhood in Jackson, Mississippi, is characterized by low diversity with a predominantly Black population of 98% in 2022. This demographic composition has remained consistent over the past decade, with minimal representation from other racial groups. The neighborhood's median income was $33,332 in 2022, having experienced fluctuations over the years. Wingfield has a small population of approximately 200-230 residents, suggesting a close-knit community within the larger urban context of Jackson.
Throughout the 2013-2022 period, Wingfield has consistently maintained a low diversity categorization, with the Black population comprising over 95% of the total population each year. There have been no significant transitions between diversity categories, indicating a stable racial composition. Minor variations in the presence of White or Two or More Races residents have not substantially altered the overall demographic categorization.
The median income in Wingfield has shown volatility over the years. It reached a peak of $42,190 in 2018, followed by a sharp decline to $29,469 in 2020, possibly influenced by the COVID-19 pandemic. Since then, there has been a modest recovery, with median income rising to $33,332 in 2022. These economic fluctuations do not appear to have significantly impacted the racial composition of the neighborhood, suggesting that the community's demographic stability is resilient to economic changes.
Population trends in Wingfield have remained relatively stable, with only minor fluctuations. The lowest point was 196 residents in 2020, coinciding with the lowest median income, which could indicate some outmigration during economic hardship. However, the population rebounded to 232 by 2022, returning to levels seen in earlier years.
Wingfield's demographic stability contrasts with national trends towards increasing diversity in many urban areas. The neighborhood's consistently high percentage of Black residents (over 95%) is significantly higher than the national average for African Americans, which is around 13.4% as of the 2020 Census. The economic volatility experienced in Wingfield, particularly the sharp decline in 2020, likely reflects broader national economic challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic. However, the extent of the impact and the pace of recovery may differ from national averages, potentially indicating local factors at play.
The small population size of Wingfield suggests it may be more sensitive to individual household changes compared to larger neighborhoods or cities. This could explain some of the year-to-year variations in median income and slight demographic shifts. Wingfield presents a picture of demographic stability amidst economic fluctuations. Its consistent low diversity categorization, dominated by a Black majority, has remained unchanged despite variations in median income and slight population shifts. This stability may indicate strong community ties and cultural identity within the neighborhood, potentially providing resilience against economic challenges. However, it also raises questions about factors contributing to this demographic consistency in an era of increasing diversity in many urban areas across the United States.
