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Demographic Transition in Jones-Buena Vista: From Black Majority to Moderate Diversity
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Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The Jones-Buena Vista neighborhood in Nashville, Tennessee, exhibits a transitional demographic landscape. As of 2022, the neighborhood has a population of 2,035 and a median income of $51,782. Over the past decade, the area has undergone significant demographic shifts.
In 2013, Jones-Buena Vista had a Black majority, with 83% of residents being Black. From 2013 to 2022, the neighborhood transitioned through several demographic categories: Racial Majority (2013-2017), Black Plurality (2018-2020), and Moderate Diversity (2021-2022). The most notable change occurred between 2019 and 2021, with the Black population decreasing from 68% to 47% and the White population increasing from 29% to 43%.
The demographic changes correlate with economic trends in the neighborhood. From 2013 to 2015, the median income remained low at around $17,000-$19,000. Between 2016 and 2019, there was a sharp increase in median income from $17,796 to $40,611. From 2020 to 2022, income continued to grow to over $50,000. This substantial income growth aligns with the influx of White residents and the decrease in the Black population.
Population figures show fluctuations, with a notable increase from 1,414 in 2018 to 2,035 in 2022, indicating rapid development and possibly new housing construction.
The trends observed in Jones-Buena Vista mirror patterns seen in many urban neighborhoods across the United States, particularly in cities experiencing rapid growth and gentrification. Nashville has been one of the fastest-growing metropolitan areas in the country over the past decade. While Jones-Buena Vista has seen significant economic growth, it still lags behind the city average median household income of approximately $70,000 in 2021.
The increase in racial diversity, particularly the growth of the White population and the emergence of a small but growing Hispanic population (2% in 2022), reflects broader national trends of urban revitalization and the movement of young professionals and families back to city centers.
Jones-Buena Vista exemplifies a neighborhood in the midst of significant socioeconomic change. These shifts have brought increased economic prosperity to the area but also raise questions about displacement, affordable housing, and the preservation of community character. As the neighborhood continues to evolve, balancing growth with inclusivity will be crucial for ensuring a sustainable and equitable future for all residents.
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