Riss Lake, a neighborhood in Kansas City, Missouri, demonstrates a demographic transition from a Black majority to increasing racial diversity. As of 2022, the Black population comprises 50% of residents, while the White population has grown to 42%. This shift indicates a trend towards a more balanced racial composition. The neighborhood's median income increased from $30,032 in 2021 to $40,047 in 2022, suggesting potential economic development.

Over the past decade, Riss Lake has transformed from a "Black Majority" community to a "Black Plurality" neighborhood. In 2013, the Black population constituted 67% of residents. By 2022, this percentage decreased to 50%, bordering between "Racial Majority" and "Racial Plurality." Concurrently, the White population increased from 28% in 2013 to 42% in 2022. This shift towards a more balanced racial composition categorizes Riss Lake as a "Transitional Community." The Hispanic population has remained relatively stable at 4-7% throughout the decade, while the percentage of residents identifying as two or more races has slightly increased.

The demographic shifts in Riss Lake correlate with significant changes in median income. From 2013 to 2022, the median income rose from $25,837 to $40,047, a 55% increase. This economic growth coincides with the increasing White population and may indicate gentrification processes or broader economic development. The population has remained relatively stable over the decade, fluctuating between approximately 2,300 and 2,700 residents, suggesting that demographic changes are likely due to existing residents being replaced rather than a significant influx of new inhabitants.