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Demographic Transition in Webber-Camden: From Black Plurality to Moderate 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
Webber-Camden, a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, currently exhibits a Moderate Diversity profile with a transitional characteristic. As of 2022, the neighborhood's population stands at 5,926, with a median income of $40,976. Webber-Camden has undergone significant demographic shifts over the past decade, transitioning from a predominantly Black plurality community to one with a more balanced racial composition.
In 2013, Webber-Camden displayed a Black Plurality, with African Americans comprising 42% of the population, followed by Whites at 33%. Over the next decade, the neighborhood experienced a gradual but significant transition towards greater diversity. From 2013 to 2018, the neighborhood maintained its Black Plurality status, albeit with a slight decrease in the Black population percentage. Starting in 2019, Webber-Camden began showing clear signs of being a Transitional Community. The Hispanic population saw a substantial increase from 10% in 2018 to 24% in 2022, while the Black population decreased from 43% to 27% during the same period.
By 2022, no single racial group held a clear plurality. White (32%), Black (27%), and Hispanic (24%) populations were more evenly distributed, with Asian (9%) and multiracial (6%) groups also showing significant representation.
The demographic shifts in Webber-Camden correlate with changes in median income. As the neighborhood maintained its Black Plurality status, median income declined from $36,355 in 2013 to $30,515 in 2016. Coinciding with the transition towards greater diversity, median income began to recover, reaching $44,331 in 2021. Despite the continued diversification, there was a slight decrease in median income to $40,976 in 2022. These trends suggest that the increasing diversity in Webber-Camden has generally been associated with economic improvement, although recent data indicates some volatility.
The demographic shifts in Webber-Camden reflect broader national trends of increasing diversity in urban areas. Many U.S. cities have experienced growth in Hispanic populations and a decline in Black populations in historically African American neighborhoods. This trend is often associated with gentrification and changing urban dynamics.
The economic trajectory of Webber-Camden, with its initial decline followed by recovery, mirrors patterns seen in many urban neighborhoods undergoing demographic transitions. However, the recent dip in median income despite increased diversity suggests that the neighborhood may be facing new economic challenges or adjustments related to its changing composition.
Webber-Camden's evolution from a Black Plurality community to one of Moderate Diversity with strong transitional characteristics represents a significant demographic shift. This change has been accompanied by a complex economic trajectory, highlighting the intricate relationship between racial composition and economic factors in urban neighborhoods. As Webber-Camden continues to evolve, it will be crucial to monitor how these demographic changes impact community cohesion, local services, and overall quality of life for residents.
