Demographic Transition in Town and Country Estates: From White Majority to Moderate Diversity
CATEGORY
Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
DATA SOURCE
Town and Country Estates in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, exhibits a demographic profile classified as a "Transitional Community" with "Moderate Diversity" as of 2022. The neighborhood has a population of 2,898 and a median income of $62,656. The area has experienced a rapid shift from a predominantly white area to one with increasing racial diversity over the past decade.
In 2013, Town and Country Estates was classified as having a "White Majority" with 67% of the population identifying as white. By 2022, the white population decreased to 49%, no longer constituting a majority. This shift has moved the neighborhood into the "Moderate Diversity" category, with representation from white (49%), Hispanic (22%), and black (17%) populations. The Hispanic population increased from 16% in 2013 to 22% in 2022, while the Asian population grew from 2% to 8% during this period.
The demographic shifts have occurred alongside relatively stable median income levels. The median income in 2013 was $63,046, and in 2022 it was $62,656, showing only a slight decrease despite significant demographic changes. Fluctuations in median income occurred over the years, with the highest point in 2021 at $68,347, coinciding with a peak in the Asian population percentage (9%).
The demographic shifts observed in Town and Country Estates align with broader national trends of increasing diversity in suburban areas. The stability of median income despite significant demographic changes may indicate that the neighborhood is attracting diverse middle-class families. This trend differs from some other areas where demographic shifts have been accompanied by more dramatic changes in income levels.
The growth of the Hispanic population in Town and Country Estates mirrors broader trends in North Carolina and the Southeast. The neighborhood's Asian population growth is particularly notable and outpaces average growth rates for Asian populations in many parts of the state.
Town and Country Estates exemplifies a "Transitional Community" that has moved from a "White Majority" to "Moderate Diversity" over the past decade. This transition has occurred without significant economic upheaval, suggesting a relatively smooth integration of diverse populations into the existing community structure. The neighborhood's future demographic composition remains to be observed.
