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Demographic Transition and Racial Composition in Wilshire Estates/Savannah Mall Neighborhood
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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 Wilshire Estates/Savannah Mall neighborhood in Savannah, Georgia, has undergone significant demographic changes from 2013 to 2022. As of 2022, the neighborhood is classified as a "Black Majority" community, with 56% of the population identifying as Black. The area has experienced economic fluctuations over the past decade, with a current median income of $43,641. The Savannah Mall, located in this neighborhood, has faced challenges due to changing retail trends, potentially influencing local economy and demographics.
The neighborhood has transitioned from "Moderate Diversity" in 2013 to "Black Majority" status by 2017. In 2013, the Black population constituted 44% of the total, with a significant White population at 33%. By 2022, the Black population increased to 56%, while the White population decreased to 28%. The Hispanic population fluctuated between 12% and 16% during this period, and the Asian population showed a slight increase from 1% to 3%.
Economic trends in the neighborhood have been volatile. Median income declined from $37,437 in 2013 to $32,413 in 2017, then sharply increased to $48,989 in 2020, before moderately declining to $43,641 in 2022. The period of increasing Black majority (2017-2020) coincided with a substantial increase in median income. The population has steadily declined from 7,776 in 2010 to 6,519 in 2022, a decrease of about 16%.
The demographic shift in Wilshire Estates/Savannah Mall aligns with broader trends seen in many urban areas across the United States, where historically diverse or predominantly White neighborhoods have transitioned to majority-minority status. The economic volatility in this neighborhood may be influenced by local factors such as the performance of the Savannah Mall and other area-specific economic drivers.
The median income of $43,641 in 2022, while showing improvement from the mid-2010s, is below the national median household income of approximately $70,784 in 2021. This suggests that despite some economic gains, the neighborhood still faces economic challenges compared to national averages.
The Wilshire Estates/Savannah Mall neighborhood has evolved from a moderately diverse community to one with a clear Black majority over the past decade. This demographic shift has been accompanied by notable economic fluctuations, potentially influenced by local commercial developments and broader urban trends. The area's future may depend on how it navigates these demographic changes and addresses economic challenges to create a stable community for all residents.
