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Demographic Transition in Broadmoor, Anderson Island, and Shreve Isle: From White Majority to 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
The Broadmoor, Anderson Island, and Shreve Isle neighborhood in Shreveport, Louisiana, exhibits a White Majority demographic profile. In 2022, 64% of the population identified as white, a decrease from 73% in 2013. This indicates a trend towards increased diversity. The area's median income was $60,534 in 2022, a slight decline from its peak of $65,456 in 2016. The neighborhood is characterized by lakeside properties and historic homes.
Over the past decade, this neighborhood has transitioned from a Low Diversity community to one approaching Moderate Diversity. The white population decreased from 73% in 2013 to 64% in 2022. Concurrently, the black population increased from 16% to 25%, and the Hispanic population grew from 4% to 6%. The most significant change occurred between 2019 and 2020, with the white population dropping from 69% to 66% and the black population increasing from 19% to 23%.
The neighborhood's economic trajectory shows fluctuation over the past decade. Median income peaked in 2015-2016 at approximately $65,450, coinciding with relative stability in racial composition. As diversity increased more rapidly after 2017, median income declined, reaching $59,467 by 2020. A slight recovery followed, with the 2022 median income at $60,534. This pattern suggests the neighborhood's economic well-being may have been influenced by demographic shifts.
The demographic trends in this Shreveport neighborhood reflect broader national patterns of increasing diversity in suburban areas. Many traditionally white-majority suburbs across the United States have experienced similar shifts towards greater racial diversity over the past decade. The rate of change in this neighborhood appears to be more rapid than the national average.
The economic fluctuations observed here are reflective of wider trends in mid-sized American cities, particularly in the South. Economic recovery from the 2008 recession was often slower and more uneven in these areas compared to larger metropolitan areas. The recent stabilization and slight increase in median income aligns with national trends of economic recovery in the years leading up to and following the COVID-19 pandemic.
The Broadmoor, Anderson Island, and Shreve Isle neighborhood is undergoing a significant demographic transition, moving from a predominantly white community towards a more diverse composition. This shift is accompanied by economic fluctuations that suggest both challenges and opportunities in adapting to the changing social fabric. As the community continues to evolve, it will be crucial to monitor how these demographic and economic trends interact and impact the overall well-being and character of the neighborhood.
