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Demographic Transition and Racial Composition in Hidden Hills: A Study of White Majority and Increasing Diversity
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Hidden Hills, a neighborhood in Nashville, Tennessee, exhibits a White Majority demographic profile with a moderate level of diversity. As of 2022, the neighborhood has a population of 659 and a median income of $58,587. Hidden Hills has experienced significant fluctuations in its demographic composition and economic indicators over the past decade, reflecting broader socio-economic trends in the region.
From 2013 to 2022, Hidden Hills has undergone a notable transition in its racial composition. In 2013, the neighborhood was categorized as Low Diversity, with a strong White Majority (78%). Over the years, it has evolved into a more diverse community, though still maintaining a White Majority status. The percentage of white residents decreased from 78% in 2013 to 61% in 2022, while the black population increased from 13% to 28% during the same period. This shift indicates a trend towards Moderate Diversity, with two racial groups (White and Black) having significant representation.
The Hispanic population has remained relatively stable, fluctuating between 3% and 9% over the decade. The Asian population has been minimal, only recently appearing in the data at 1% in 2022. These changes suggest that Hidden Hills is gradually becoming a Transitional Community, moving towards greater diversity, though not yet reaching the threshold for High Diversity or Majority-Minority status.
The median income in Hidden Hills has shown considerable volatility over the past decade. From 2013 to 2015, there was a sharp decline from $48,054 to $34,133. Since then, there has been a general upward trend, reaching a peak of $69,235 in 2021 before settling at $58,587 in 2022. This economic trajectory appears to correlate with the demographic shifts. As the community became more diverse, particularly with the increase in the black population, the median income initially decreased but then showed substantial growth. This pattern might suggest initial economic challenges during the demographic transition, followed by a period of economic revitalization and integration.
The population of Hidden Hills has fluctuated over the years, ranging from a low of 553 in 2020 to a high of 850 in 2012. The recent population figure of 659 in 2022 indicates a moderate recovery from the 2020 low, possibly influenced by broader economic and social factors, including the COVID-19 pandemic.
The demographic shifts observed in Hidden Hills align with broader trends seen in many urban areas across the United States, where traditionally white-majority neighborhoods are becoming more diverse. This trend is often associated with changing housing patterns, economic opportunities, and evolving social attitudes. The economic volatility experienced by Hidden Hills, particularly the sharp decline and subsequent recovery in median income, may reflect broader economic challenges faced by the Nashville metropolitan area, such as changes in local industries or housing market fluctuations.
The recent upward trend in median income, reaching $58,587 in 2022, places Hidden Hills slightly below the median household income for Tennessee, which was approximately $61,000 in 2022. This suggests that while the neighborhood has experienced economic growth, it is still in the process of catching up to state-wide economic indicators.
Hidden Hills exemplifies a community in transition, moving from Low Diversity to Moderate Diversity while experiencing significant economic fluctuations. These changes reflect broader urban demographic shifts and economic challenges, positioning Hidden Hills as a microcosm of larger socio-economic trends in American cities.
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