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Demographic Transition to Black Majority in Back Creek Church Road Neighborhood, Charlotte
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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 Back Creek Church Road neighborhood in Charlotte, North Carolina, transitioned from a moderately diverse community to a Black Majority area between 2013 and 2022. In 2022, the neighborhood had a population of 15,938 and a median income of $81,600. The area is located near the University of North Carolina at Charlotte.
In 2013, Back Creek Church Road was categorized as a "Moderate Diversity" community with Black (40%), White (38%), and Hispanic (18%) populations. By 2017, the Black population exceeded 50%, establishing a "Black Majority." This trend continued, with the Black population reaching 54% by 2022. The White population decreased from 38% in 2013 to 29% in 2022, while the Hispanic population declined from 18% to 10%.
The median income in Back Creek Church Road has fluctuated but remained relatively high. It peaked at $89,332 in 2016, declined to $80,449 in 2018, and then rebounded to $88,261 in 2021 before decreasing to $81,600 in 2022. The shift towards a "Black Majority" coincided with a period of economic growth from 2013 to 2016.
The demographic shifts in Back Creek Church Road align with broader trends in many urban areas across the United States, where suburbs are becoming more diverse. The increase in the Black population and decrease in the White population may reflect patterns of suburbanization among minority groups and potential "white flight" from diversifying areas.
The neighborhood's economic resilience, maintaining a high median income despite demographic shifts, is notable. This suggests that the area has remained attractive to middle and upper-middle-class residents across racial groups, potentially due to its proximity to the university and other amenities in Charlotte.
The population growth from 10,624 in 2010 to 15,938 in 2022 represents a nearly 50% increase, which is significant and likely reflects Charlotte's overall growth as a major Southeastern city. This rapid growth may have contributed to the demographic shifts and economic fluctuations observed in the neighborhood.
Back Creek Church Road has transformed from a moderately diverse community to a Black Majority area over the past decade, while maintaining its economic standing. These changes reflect broader urban demographic trends and highlight the dynamic nature of suburban communities in growing metropolitan areas.
