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Demographic Transition and Racial Composition in Camellia Shores, Norfolk
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Camellia Shores, a neighborhood in Norfolk, Virginia, has experienced demographic changes over the past decade. As of 2022, the community is categorized as having "Moderate Diversity" with a slight "White Majority" at 50% of the population. The neighborhood has 1,458 residents and a median income of $59,139. Camellia Shores is located near the Norfolk Botanical Garden.
From 2013 to 2015, Camellia Shores maintained a "White Majority" status, with the white population consistently above 50%. Between 2016 and 2021, the community transitioned to a "Moderate Diversity" category. During this period, no single racial group constituted a majority, but there were significant representations from white, black, and Hispanic populations. In 2022, the neighborhood returned to a slight "White Majority" at 50%, while maintaining elements of "Moderate Diversity" with significant black (23%) and Hispanic (16%) populations.
The Asian population in Camellia Shores has shown gradual growth, peaking at 11% in 2020 before declining slightly. The community has exhibited characteristics of a "Transitional Community," particularly with the growth of the Hispanic population from 7% in 2013 to 16% in 2022.
The median income in Camellia Shores has shown fluctuations. From 2013 to 2020, it remained relatively stable around $59,000. There was a significant increase in 2021, with median income rising to $69,520, coinciding with a period of increased diversity. In 2022, the median income returned to $59,139, aligning with a slight return to "White Majority" status. These economic trends suggest that periods of increased diversity correlated with higher median incomes, particularly evident in the 2021 increase. However, the relationship between diversity and economic prosperity appears complex and not strictly linear.
The trends observed in Camellia Shores reflect broader national patterns of increasing diversity in suburban areas. The growth of the Hispanic population aligns with national demographic trends. The fluctuations in median income, especially the 2021 increase, may be related to broader economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent recovery efforts.
Camellia Shores exemplifies a community in transition, balancing between "Moderate Diversity" and a slight "White Majority." The neighborhood's demographic evolution, coupled with its economic fluctuations, suggests a dynamic community adapting to changing social and economic landscapes. The proximity to attractions like the Norfolk Botanical Garden may continue to influence the neighborhood's appeal and potentially its demographic composition in the future.
